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About FutureQuals

20 Years

Established in 2005

7,000+

Apprenticeship Assessments Completed

50+

Qualifications

70+

Approved Centres

About FutureQuals

We are a forward-thinking, learner-centric and customer-focused awarding and end-point assessment organisation, committed to excellence.

As an awarding organisation we create, quality assure and certificate qualifications across sectors including pre-hospital care, aviation, mental health, and education and training.

As an end-point assessment organisation, we are recognised to delivery high-quality apprenticeship end-point assessments for employers and training providers in England.

Mission

To provide Learners, Centres, and Organisations with respected, inclusive, and quality assured qualifications and assessments.

Vision

To create a future where every learner has access to high-quality qualifications and assessments that enable them to achieve their full potential.

Values

Visionary | Supportive | Innovative | Professional

We are committed to continuous improvement, collaboration and maintaining the highest standards of quality, integrity and service across all that we do.


Senior Leadership Team

Our senior leadership team leads FutureQuals’ strategic direction and operations, supported further by our qualification development, quality assurance, customer support, and finance teams, alongside a network of independent external quality assurers and subject matter experts.

Chris Young

Chief Executive Officer

Chris leads the organisation’s strategy and growth, working with partners and regulators to deliver high-quality, inclusive qualifications. He is focused on innovation, sector impact and ensuring learners achieve their full potential.

Lisa Young

Finance Director & Company Secretary

Lisa leads financial strategy and governance, ensuring strong control, transparency and sustainable growth. She oversees reporting, compliance and organisational risk, working with the Board to support confident, informed decision-making.

Simon Stevens

Chief Operating Officer

Simon leads awarding and compliance, ensuring the organisation meets all regulatory requirements. As the Responsible Officer and Accountable Officer, he holds overall accountability for regulatory oversight. He drives quality, risk and audit activity, supporting a strong culture of integrity and continuous improvement.

Rebecca Lenton

Head of Qualifications

Becky leads the development and review of qualifications, ensuring they remain relevant, compliant and industry-focused. Working closely with stakeholders, she delivers products that meet the needs of learners, centres and employers, supporting progression and real-world impact.

Nicki Harries

Head of Quality Assurance

Nicki leads quality assurance across all qualifications and assessments, ensuring robust standards, compliance and consistency. She oversees QA strategy, monitoring and improvement, using data to strengthen outcomes. Nicki plays a key role in protecting the integrity and reputation of the organisation’s qualifications.

Karina Hull

Head of Customer Experience

Karina leads customer engagement and growth, building strong partnerships with centres and stakeholders. She drives new centre onboarding, promotes services, and uses customer insight to shape products and improve delivery. With a clear focus on responsiveness and value, Karina ensures a high-quality experience that supports both retention and expansion.

Our Journey



2004 Gained Ofqual recognition


2005 Approved our first centre and issued our first certificate


2007 Rebranded to Future (Awards and Qualifications) Ltd


2011 Offering qualifications accross multiple sectors


2015 Gained the NHS contract to provide Clinical and Driving qualifications and launched our CERAD™ (Certificate in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving) course


2016 Launched our DERADI® (Diploma in Emergency Response Ambulance Driving Instruction) Course (Renewed in 2024)


2017 Approved as an End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) and began offering Functional Skills


2021 Launched our First Responder on Scene (FROS®) and Mental Health suites


2022 Finalist in the FAB Awards Multi Standards EPAO of the Year (SME)


2024 Celebrated the 5,000th apprentice completing their EPA with us


2024 Assessed our first Air Traffic Control apprenticeships taking a new step into the Aviation sector


2024 Nominated in two categories at the FAB Awards in AO/employer and AO/provider relationship of the year


Join Us

We are always looking to work with talented individuals and experienced professionals across both permanent and associate (freelance) roles.

Visit our careers page to explore current opportunities and join the FutureQuals network.

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  ao@futurequals.com

   01530 836 662

  EMP House, Telford Way, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3HE, United Kingdom.

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