Higher Technical Qualifications (Level 4 and 5)
What are Higher Technical Qualifications?
Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are practical Level 4 and Level 5 courses that combine work-based learning with academic study. They provide the skills needed to progress in your career or move into leadership or specialist roles.
These Level 4 and 5 qualifications are designed for adults looking to upskill, retrain, or progress into management or specialist roles.
Applications open for September 2026:
- Choose your course
- Come to an open day
At a glance:
- Level 4 and 5 qualifications for adults wanting to upskill
- Adults aged 19+
- Work-based learning with in class teaching
- Attend up to 2/3 days a week
- Focuses on progression in your career (like leadership and specialist positions)
- London location (North Kensington campus)
Course options: choose your path
Develop practical healthcare and nursing skills through a Level 5 HTQ combining theory, workplace experience, and patient-centred practice.
Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions’ Support for England (HTQ)
Develop practical leadership and management skills through a Level 5 HTQ covering business operations, strategy, and team leadership.
Who are HTQs for?
HTQs are ideal for anyone looking to:
- Gain a practical, recognised qualification while working
- Progress into leadership or specialist roles in their sector
- Upskill quickly without committing to a full degree
- Combine study with professional experience
How to apply
- Explore the courses above that suits your career goals
- Register your interest or contact our admissions team
- Apply directly on our website or on UCAS (You can find us at Morley College London UCAS.)
- Attend an interview (if required)
Frequently asked questions
What is a Higher Technical Qualification?
A Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) is a Level 4-5 practical, career-focused qualification designed to equip learners with the skills and knowledge needed for specific industries, like digital, health, engineering, or construction.
Who can study a Higher Technical Qualification?
HTQs are ideal for school leavers, adult learners, or career changers who want to gain industry-relevant skills and progress to employment or further study, such as a degree or professional certification.
How long does an HTQ take?
Most HTQs take 1-2 years to complete full-time, with part-time options available in some subjects. Many include a structured work placement to gain hands-on experience.
What career opportunities are available after studying an HTQ?
HTQs prepare learners for high-demand roles in their chosen sectors, such as digital technicians, healthcare assistants, engineering technicians, or construction supervisors and to step into leadership roles. They also provide pathways to higher education and professional training.
How does an HTQ differ from an apprenticeship and degree
HTQs focus on practical, industry-specific skills and knowledge, combining classroom learning with workplace experience. Unlike a traditional degree, they are shorter and more vocational, and unlike an apprenticeship, some HTQs offer structured academic study alongside work placements.
How do I know if an HTQ course is approved by government?
Look for this logo here as the approved quality mark for HTQ providers.
Approved courses show the HTQ quality mark logo.
