A new feature is being rolled out on ACW to collect data on Welsh language delivery for each learner. This will be implemented from 1st July 2025.
The information on ACW (Welsh data) is being collected to support the Welsh Government’s More than just Words strategic framework and Action Plan. It will give evidence of the use of Welsh by learners who are completing social care and childcare apprenticeships in Wales.
The Welsh language belongs to us all. The Welsh Language Act (1993) was an act that officially put the Welsh language on an equal footing with the English language within Wales.
Please forward this information on to colleagues in your team who certify apprenticeships.
FAQ’s
What’s changing?
We are adding a Welsh language delivery question on ACW. This will sit under the Framework tab. There’s a screenshot below of how it will look. You will be able to choose one code from the list. Then click ‘Update item’.
Why?
It will assist us with our reporting responsibilities with Welsh Government around the Welsh language as part of their More than just words strategic framework and action plan. This information we will capture via ACW will be current whereas the Lifelong Learning Wales Record (LLWR) data has a time lag of up to 9 months.
The Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011 is a significant piece of legislation that establishes Welsh as an official language in Wales, ensuring it is treated no less favourably than English. The Measure modernises the legal framework for the use of the Welsh language in public services, including the establishment of the Welsh Language Commissioner to oversee its implementation. It also includes provisions for a Welsh Language Partnership Council and aims to improve the delivery of public services in Welsh.
Welsh language standards are legislative and promote and facilitate the Welsh language, and ensure that the Welsh language is not treated less favourably than the English language in Wales.
What do I need to do whilst certifying?
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Whilst uploading a new apprentice, you will need to add the learner’s Welsh language learning and assessment code which will sit under the Framework tab.
Is this mandatory?
Yes, this is a mandatory field.
When is this being implemented?
From 1 July 2025
Where do I find information on the learner’s Welsh language learning and assessment preference including which codes to use?
You can find more information on this in the Apprenticeship Specification Guidance. Section I14 ‘Welsh Language Requirements’ provides a link to the recording of accurate data which has further guidance on which code to use.
If I’ve entered a learner onto ACW before the Welsh language learning assessment code was implemented on 1 July 2025; will I need to re-enter the candidate’s information?
No, you wont need to re-enter the information. When you send the learner for Certification, the Welsh language learning assessment code box will appear to be completed before you submit.
Which framework components do I need to consider?
Just to clarify that any component of the framework completed in Welsh or bilingually, including ESW and ESW proxies are relevant when choosing the Welsh language delivery code.
Who can I contact for more information?
You can contact appcerts@socialcare.wales for queries.
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