Discover how the Level 2 Butcher-ST0078 End-point Assessment supports aspiring butchers. Learn more about the Level 2 Butcher today! Level 2 Butcher - ST0078 End-point Assessment The Level 2 Butcher End-point Assessment (EPA) consists of three elements: Knowledge Test Observation with Questions A Butcher Apprentices EPA tests are completed on the same day and take up to 6 hours in total. The assessment must be completed within 12 weeks of the EPA Gateway. Interview Underpinned by Portfolio of Evidence The standard charge for EPA is 15-20% of the IfATE maximum funding rate. To view FDQ's Fee's Policy, click the button below. FDQ Guide to EPA The Guide to EPA was created to give all parties guidance, support and a full understanding of the Level 2 Butcher Apprenticeship Standard EPA requirements. Level 2 Butcher (Retail/Instore) V1.1 Level 2 Butcher (Process) V1.1 Level 2 Butcher (Retail/Instore) V1.4 Level 2 Butcher (Process) V1.4 EPA Fees Qualification Specification Level 2 Butcher Qualification Specification Useful Links Portfolio of Evidence Submission Template Animal Welfare & Meat Inspection Butchery Qualifications Switch to FDQ Guides & Resources Want to know more? Our amazing team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Discover how the Level 2 Fishmonger-ST0194 End-point Assessment can advance your skills. Learn more about Level 2 Fishmonger training. Level 2 Fishmonger - ST0194 End-point Assessment The Level 2 Fishmonger End-point Assessment (EPA) consists of three elements: Knowledge Test Practical Observation Professional Dialogue and Interview The End-point Assessment must be completed within 12 weeks of the EPA Gateway. The standard charge for EPA is 15-20% of the IfATE maximum funding rate. To view FDQ's Fee's Policy, click the button below. EPA Fees FDQ Guide to EPA The Guide to EPA was created to give all parties guidance, support and a full understanding of the Level 2 Fishmonger Apprenticeship Standard EPA requirements. Level 2 Fishmonger v1.0 Level 2 Fishmonger v1.1 Retail and Instore Level 2 Fishmonger v1.1 Wholesale or Processing Qualification Specification Level 2 Fishmonger Qualification Specification Useful Links Supporting the Food Industry Food Industry Skills Switch to FDQ Guides & Resources Want to know more? Our experienced team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Explore our comprehensive Guides & Resources for charities. Access valuable Guides & Resources. Guides & Resources Policies & Guides to support centres, learners and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Policies & Guides Resources What we offer Want to know more? Our experienced team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Switch to FDQ Policies & Guides Resources What we offer We're the only Food & Drink specialist EPAO We think the food industry deserves to have their EPA services delivered by people who really understand it and have the necessary experience. We're proud to have the industries best EPA Managers and Examiners as part of the FDQ team. Top satisfactory ratings Apprentices have ranked FDQ's Independent Examiners with a satisfactory rating of 9.5. Your apprentices also receive a personalised one to one service, overall the support staff scored 9.2. FDQ conduct pre-site visits on all EPA's to fully prepare each apprentice to give them the best opportunity on the day. Not for profit organisation Part of the FTC group, we pride ourselves in being a not-for-profit organisation which enables us to focus on doing the right thing and not just driving the bottom line. We’ve been developing accredited qualifications throughout the UK for almost 20 years. However, our roots trace back to 1946, with the establishment of the Institute of Meat (IoM). The IoM remains a sister organisation and a valuable source of meat industry expertise to this day. No hidden or upfront fees Our priority is to ensure there are no surprises before, on or after the big day, for you or your apprentices. After booking an EPA with us, you can expect a pre-EPA visit free of charge. Support Material FDQ strive to provide unrivalled support to all our apprentices and learning providers, from providing the best possible customer care and support to sharing support materials. These include Guides to EPA, Handbooks, Sample exams and more! Recognised Awarding Organisation FDQ is a recognised Awarding Organisation with CCEA Regulation, Ofqual and Qualification Wales. We are approved to deliver over 100 Food and Drink Qualifications, from short food safety courses, to professional and workplace proficiency programmes. Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Discover top-notch Apprenticeship Qualifications. Explore diverse qualification groups to boost your career with Apprenticeship Qualifications. Apprenticeship Qualifications Qualification Group Qualifications FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Bakery FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Food and Drink Operations FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Butchery FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Operations FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Engineering Maintenance Still want some clarification? Why not check out our useful guides and resources Guides & Resources

Wales Qualification Group Proficiency & Regulatory Qualifications We're the UK's only food and drink specialist awarding organisations and as such have close links with the food and drink industry Working closely with the industry means we're able to develop qualifications that give learners the most up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills Welsh Apprenticeship Framework in Food & Drink FR05079 FDQ Handbook for Proficiency Qualifications (PQs) Wales Apprenticeships The Specification of Apprenticeship Standards for Wales (SASW) framework sets out the minimum requirements for Welsh Apprenticeships We have redeveloped the proficiency qualifications for each pathway and we're proud to new the sole Awarding Organisation to provide relevant Diplomas that are required in the framework and designated by Qualification Wales (QW) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Baking Industry Skills (Wales) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Brewing Industry Skills (Wales) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Butchery and Meat Processing (Wales) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Food and Drink Operations (Wales) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Seafood Industry Skills (Wales) FDQ Level 2 Diploma for Proficiency in Food Industry Team Leading (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma for Proficiency in Advanced Baking Industry Skills (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma for Proficiency in Advanced Butchery and Meat Processing (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma for Proficiency in Advanced Seafood Industry Skills (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma for Proficiency in Food and Drink Technical Operations (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma for Proficiency in Food Industry Technical Management (Wales) FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Food and Drink Engineering Maintenance (Wales) FDQ Level 4 Diploma for Proficiency in Food Manufacturing Excellence (Wales) FDQ Level 4 Diploma in Brewing and Brewery Operations (Wales) Follow our Socials LinkedIn

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Explore our comprehensive Policies & Guides. Understand our mission and ensure compliance with our detailed policies and guides. Policies & Guides Policies & Guides to support centres, customers and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements These Policies & Guides are reviewed regularly, so centres should ensure they are working to the latest versions as shown below Reasonable Adjustments FDQ Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations Application Form FDQ Reasonable Adjustments Policy FDQ Special Considerations Policy Fees Guides FDQ Centre & Qualification Fees Guide FDQ End-point Assessment Fees Guide FDQ Fees and Invoicing Policy Website & Data Policies FDQ Cookies Policy FDQ Fair Processing Notice Policy FDQ Privacy Policy EPA Policies FDQ End-point Assessment - How we make our Assessments and Results FDQ End-point Assessment Gateway Evidence Enquiries Policies FDQ Appeals Policy FDQ Complaints Policy FDQ Conflict of Interest Policy FDQ Equality and Diversity Policy FDQ Investigations Policy FDQ Malpractice and Maladministration Policy FDQ Modern Slavery Policy FDQ Safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk & Prevent Policy FDQ Sanctions Policy FDQ Whistleblowing Guidance to Centres FDQ Whistleblowing Policy Assessment Policies FDQ Endorsement of Resources Policy FDQ Guide to Invigilation FDQ Policy on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) FDQ Recognition of Prior Achievement (RPA) FDQ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) FDQ User Guide to FDQAssess FDQ Welsh and Irish Language of Assessment Policy / Polisi asesu Cymraeg a Gwyddeleg Follow our Socials LinkedIn Want to know more? Our experienced team is here to help! 0113 859 1266 fdq@fdq.org.uk

Explore who we are at FDQ, with 25 years in the Food and Drink Industry. Discover our qualifications and bespoke training today! Who are we? FDQ is a specialised awarding and End-point Assessment Organisation for the Food and Drink Industry in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. With over 25 years of experience, we offer qualifications in Butchery, Bakery, Food Safety, HACCP, Allergen Awareness and more. FDQ also accredits bespoke training programmes tailored to business needs. FDQ provides End-point Assessments (EPAs) for Food and Drink Apprenticeships, ensuring fair and flexible evaluations. FDQ's experienced examiners, sample questions and online testing platform (FDQAssess), support apprentices in meeting industry standards efficiently. Timeline.... 1946 The Institute of Meat (IoM) now sister organisation to FDQ was introduced 1986 2001 The Meat Training Council, a not-for-profit skills charity was formed Food and Drink Qualification Ltd was created, John Herbert Alan Stevenson became the first Company Director 2005 2011 Bill Jermey is appointed as Director of Food and Drink Qualifications (FDQ) FDQAwards was introduced by FDQ, a secure centre management system for approved FDQ centres 2013 Terry Fennell appointed as Group Operations Manager for the Food and Drink Training and Education Council (FTC) 2014 The Meat Training Council rebranded to Food and Drink Training and Education Council or now commonly known as FTC 2016 2017 Terry Fennell promoted to Chief Executive Officer and Responsible Officer for FDQ FDQ introduced their first EPA Standard 2018 2022 Jane Downes appointed as Director of FDQ Christine Walsh appointed Chief Executive Officer for the Food and Drink Training and Education Council (FTC) Follow our Socials LinkedIn

Supporting the Food Industry Qualification Group Qualifications FDQ Level 2 Award in Workplace Manual Handling FDQ Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Service Skills FDQ Level 2 Certificate in Delicatessen Counter Sales and Services FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Chef (Northern Ireland) FDQ Level 3 Advanced Award in PUWER Inspection FDQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment FDQ Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement FDQ Level 3 Award in Health, Safety and Cellar Survey FDQ Level 3 Award in Workplace Training Provision FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Cleaning Supervision Skills FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Drinks Dispense FDQ Level 3 Diploma in Professional Chef (Northern Ireland) FDQ Level 4 Award in External Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice FDQ Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice Still want some clarification? Why not check out our useful guides and resources Guides & Resources