End-point assessment in England
EAL delivers end-point assessment (EPA) services across a broad range of engineering and manufacturing standards. Our goal is to make sure learners can access the skills and training they need to begin a career in the sector.
What is end-point assessment?
End-point assessment is an impartial, independent assessment conducted at the conclusion of an apprenticeship. As the end-point assessment organisation (EPAO), EAL assesses whether the apprentice is competent and, upon successful completion, claims the apprenticeship certificate.
EAL is regulated by Ofqual to ensure we uphold the highest standards of end-point assessment. We are also part of the Enginuity Group, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to closing the skills gaps in the UK’s engineering and manufacturing sector.
Your end-point assessment journey to success
Step through your EPA journey with easy access to all the relevant information you need to help guide you through the EPA end-to-end process.
Why choose EAL as your end-point assessment organisation?
Our commitment to delivering end-point assessment services is rooted in trust, quality, expert knowledge, and steadfast support because we understand what matters to you and your apprentices.
- Partner with a trusted organisation offering specialist skills solutions
- Access high-quality resources to support the assessment process
- Support from technical advisors specialising in specific industries within engineering and manufacturing
- Stay informed with updates on industry standards and policies
- Dedicated, personal support from our customer-facing teams whenever you need it.
Our sectors
We deliver end-point assessment (EPA) specifically for Engineering and Manufacturing, and Rail apprenticeships. In addition, our wider qualifications portfolio supports learners in developing cross-sector skills such as project management, business development, and more.
Our partners in end-point assessment
We deliver end-point assessments for a growing portfolio of apprenticeship standards to support the needs of engineering and manufacturing employers. In the EPA space, we work closely with employers and training providers who choose EAL to independently assess their apprentices.
Over the past decade, more than 1.3 million learners have enrolled on an EAL qualification — a separate part of our work that continues to support the wider skills agenda in the UK.
EAL Connect
EAL Connect is our dedicated platform for centre management. With a variety of applications, including ACE360 and Surpass, EAL Connect allows you to register and certify learners, schedule and invigilate exams, manage your qualifications remit, and much more.
End-point assessment standards we offer
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