Government guide explains apprentice assessment at the end of training
New guidance explains how apprentices in England are assessed at the end of training, who assesses them, the gateway stage and what happens after results.
The guidance explains that all apprentices in England are assessed at the end of their training to confirm competence in their occupation. It checks the knowledge, skills and behaviours learned. This is called an EPA.
EPA varies by apprenticeship and is set out in the assessment plan for each course. It must include at least two methods. Methods can include practical assessment, a project, an interview and presentation, written or multiple choice tests, or an observation in the workplace.