Our end-point assessment service
At BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, we’re trusted by hundreds of employers to deliver independent, on-demand end-point assessment (EPA) services across a wide range of digital standards.
We take pride in our consistent quality, fast response times, and ability to provide tailored support at scale — all built on strong, collaborative partnerships. In fact, we co-develop our EPA products and services with trusted training providers and employers.
We’re especially proud of our reliably high pass rates, which reflect the expertise of our experienced assessors. Their professionalism and subject-matter knowledge help create a supportive environment that enables apprentices to perform at their best.
100+
Specialist digital assessors, delivering quality at scale.
30,000+
Digital apprenticeships assessed since launch in 2017.
90%
Average pass rate and high satisfaction ratings.
Why choose BCS for EPA?
Choosing the right end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) is key to the success of your apprenticeship programme. You need a reliable partner who provides impartial, expert assessment while ensuring a supportive, confidence-building experience for your apprentices.
How our EPA solutions standout
Support you can count on
Benefit from a dedicated EPA team on hand to support with all your queries, along with regular webinars and networking events focused on digital skills and new developments.
Fast and flexible assessment
Schedule online assessments either on the same day or on separate days to suit apprentices’ needs. You’ll get your results within five days so you can plan your next steps quickly.
Expert assessors
Our 100+ industry specialist assessors provide personalised support throughout the apprenticeship journey, from registration to results – helping both providers and apprentices stay on track.
Innovation and improvement
We continually enhance our EPA through technology, feedback loops, and collaboration with industry to ensure you and your apprentices always benefit from the latest developments.
OUR UNIQUE OFFER
Supporting your apprentices and beyond...
We channel our tech experience, insight and expertise into an unrivalled package of support and development opportunities for your apprentices, on and off programme, guiding them through their apprenticeships and into fulfilling digital careers.
Here’s how we support your apprentices...
BCS Associate membership
Connect your apprentices to our global community and link them to expert knowledge and experience to boost their learning and career development.
BCS digital library subscription
Apprentices have full access to our world-leading digital library of 80+ publications — featuring IT role books, technical guides, and qualification textbooks — ensuring they’re backed by expert knowledge every step of the way.
Industry recognition with RITTech
Successful apprentices can elevate their IT credentials by joining the Register for IT Technicians showcasing their professionalism and unlocking the path to Chartered IT Professional (CITP) status.
Pluralsight tech portal
Apprentices can dive into interactive learning, skills assessments, cloud labs, and hands-on projects — all designed to uncover skill gaps and drive assessment success.
EPA FAQs
Why choose BCS as your EPAO?
As the professional standards body for tech, we are recognised as leading experts in digital and specialise in end-point assessment (EPA) for digital standards.
Not only do we consistently achieve pass rates above 90%, but we were also the first to market in 2017 — and have remained the industry leader ever since.
As a valued partner, you'll be invited to our popular events such as the Digital Skills Network, Training Provider Forums, Line Manager Toolkits and much more. You’ll receive the latest guidance and hear leading tech experts discuss key industry issues that matter to you.
You’ll also have opportunities to network and exchange insights with business leaders, educators, and policymakers.
But most importantly, partnering with us, you'll benefit from exceptional service and see your apprentices succeed — launching into thriving digital careers.
What support do you offer employers?
Every quarter, we share a Line Manager Toolkit. These sessions provide line managers with up-to-date funding information, practical advice, and top tips for navigating the EPA process.
They also offer valuable opportunities to network with other employers and the BCS team, exchange ideas, and discuss common challenges.
How do I partner with BCS?
Choosing to partner with BCS is easy. It starts with an introductory call with one of our team so we can understand your business better. You'll then be asked to become an accredited training provider. Once you are onboarded, we will guide you through the EPA process.
What happens after an EPA takes place?
Following EPA, we’ll provide results and feedback to the training provider, who will then share these with the employer.
If the apprentice has passed, we’ll issue them with a certificate. And if resits or retakes are required, we’ll arrange this with the training provider.
Partner with the experts
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