LICQual Policies
LICQual (Leading International Certification Qualifications) is a UK-based awarding body that provides globally recognized qualifications across various industries. With a strong focus on maintaining high standards in education and professional development, LICQual offers certifications designed to meet the evolving needs of learners, professionals, and employers worldwide.
Our qualifications cover a wide range of disciplines, including business management, health and safety, IT, engineering, quality assurance, and more. By partnering with approved training centers and institutions, LICQual ensures that learners receive up-to-date, practical, and industry-relevant knowledge to advance their careers.
Our Commitment to Quality and Compliance
As a UK-based awarding body, LICQual adheres to strict regulatory frameworks to ensure the integrity, transparency, and credibility of our qualifications. We are committed to:
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Delivering Globally Recognized Certifications:
Our qualifications are designed to meet international standards, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a competitive job market. -
Ensuring Fair and Consistent Assessment:
LICQual maintains a robust assessment and verification process to ensure that every learner is evaluated fairly and consistently. -
Partnering with Approved Training Centers:
We work closely with approved training centers worldwide to ensure high-quality delivery of our programs, providing learners with a seamless and enriching learning experience.
Key Policies and Guidelines
At LICQual UK, our policies are essential to ensuring the integrity, quality, and transparency of our qualifications. Each policy is designed to maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while promoting a safe, ethical, and inclusive learning environment for all stakeholders, including learners, partner centres, and employers.
Below is a comprehensive list of our key policies, each crafted to reflect LICQual UK’s commitment to best practices, governance, and continuous improvement:
1. Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy
LICQual UK maintains a strict zero-tolerance stance on bribery and corruption. This policy outlines measures to prevent unethical practices, ensuring that all dealings remain transparent, lawful, and in line with regulatory requirements.
Download Anti-Bribery & Corruption Policy File
2. Anti-Slavery Policy
Our Anti-Slavery Policy reflects LICQual UK’s commitment to eradicating all forms of modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking within our operations and supply chains. We stand firmly against exploitation and promote ethical practices across our network.
Download Anti-Slavery Policy File
3. Appeals Policy
The Appeals Policy provides learners and centres with a structured process to challenge decisions made by LICQual UK, ensuring fairness, transparency, and impartiality in the assessment and certification process.
4. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
With the increasing use of AI in education, this policy outlines LICQual UK’s position on the ethical use of AI tools in learning, assessment, and administrative processes. It ensures AI is used responsibly without compromising academic integrity.
Download Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy File
5. Centre Feedback & EQA Visit Policy
This policy governs how LICQual UK gathers feedback from centres during External Quality Assurance (EQA) visits. It ensures that feedback is used constructively to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our qualifications.
Download Centre Feedback & EQA Visit Policy File
6. Complaints Policy
Our Complaints Policy provides a clear framework for handling grievances from learners, centres, or stakeholders. LICQual UK is committed to addressing complaints promptly and fairly to ensure the highest standards of service.
Download Complaints Policy File
7. Conflict of Interest Policy
This policy ensures that any potential conflicts of interest are identified, declared, and managed appropriately to maintain the integrity and impartiality of our qualifications and processes.
Download Conflict of Interest Policy File
8. Equality and Diversity Policy
LICQual UK promotes an inclusive and diverse learning environment. This policy outlines our commitment to eliminating discrimination and fostering equality in all aspects of our operations and services.
Download Equality and Diversity Policy File
9. Logo Usage Policy
The Logo Usage Policy sets out guidelines for centres and partners on how to correctly and consistently use the LICQual UK logo. Proper usage reinforces our brand identity and ensures compliance with branding standards.
Download Logo Usage Policy Policy File
10. Malpractice & Maladministration Policy
This policy defines what constitutes malpractice and maladministration in assessment and certification processes. It provides guidance on preventing, identifying, and addressing such issues to protect the credibility of LICQual UK qualifications.
Download Malpractice & Maladministration Policy File
11. Post Recognition Policy
The Post Recognition Policy outlines the ongoing requirements and expectations for centres after they have been approved by LICQual UK. It ensures that centres maintain compliance with our standards and continue to deliver high-quality education.
Download Post Recognition Policy File
12. Privacy & UK GDPR Policy
In compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), this policy outlines how LICQual UK collects, processes, and protects personal data to ensure the privacy of all stakeholders.
Download Privacy & UK GDPR Policy File
13. Qualification Withdrawal Policy
This policy outlines the procedures for withdrawing a qualification from LICQual UK’s portfolio. It ensures that the process is managed responsibly, with minimal disruption to learners and centres.
Download Qualification Withdrawal Policy File
14. Whistleblowing Policy
The Whistleblowing Policy encourages staff, learners, and stakeholders to report any concerns about unethical, illegal, or unsafe practices within LICQual UK or its partner centres. The policy provides protections for whistleblowers to ensure concerns are raised without fear of retaliation.
Download Whistleblowing Policy File
Policy Accessibility
All LICQual UK policies are available for review by centres, learners, and stakeholders. We encourage everyone to familiarize themselves with these policies to better understand their rights and responsibilities, as well as LICQual UK’s commitment to maintaining a fair, ethical, and compliant educational environment.