QCTO GUIDE · 2026

Newly QCTO Accredited? What to Do in Your First 90 Days

Accreditation is not the end of compliance. QCTO states that accreditation is valid for five years for Skills Development Providers, subject to the conditions of accreditation and continued compliance.

What happens after QCTO accreditation?

Use the first 90 days to lock down learner records, staff files, delivery schedules, workplace arrangements, assessment controls, document versions, quality monitoring and evidence retention.

How to use this guide

Start with the registered qualification or programme you intend to offer. Build an evidence matrix, assign responsibility for each item, check document validity and version control, and make sure the evidence can be demonstrated in practice. A strong application is not simply a collection of PDFs; it is a coherent operating system for delivering the programme.

Official QCTO reference

QCTO states that Skills Development Providers offering programmes and qualifications within the OQSF must seek QCTO accreditation and comply with the applicable minimum criteria. The official provider guidance also provides access to accreditation forms, criteria and programme information.