Assessments are designed by employers in the sector and are conducted by independent bodies known as Assessment Organisations (AOs).
We have been recognised by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) as a regulated Assessment Organisation for apprenticeships in Engineering.
Ofqual regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England and will be carrying out external quality assurance for the majority of apprenticeship standards in England.
As an Assessment Organisations, we are responsible for ensuring a rigorous EPA process and carrying out Professional Engineering Competence Assessments.
The IET is approved to assess the following apprenticeship standards:
Level 6
- ST0151 - Embedded Electronic Systems, Design and Development Engineer
Level 4
- ST0316 - Rail Engineering Advanced Technician
- ST0662 - Automation and Controls Engineering Technician
- ST0841 - Engineering Manufacturing Technician
Level 3
- ST0154 - MOET (Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician)
This standard is closed to new starters and has been replaced by ST1426 / ST1143 Engineering maintenance technician - single discipline and dual discipline.
- ST0164 - Engineering Design Technician
- ST0315 - Rail Engineering Design Technician
- ST0318 - Rail Engineering Technician
- ST0432 - Engineering Fitter
- ST0457 - Engineering Technician
Currently only options 1, 2, 4, 11 and 12 remain open for new starters.
- ST0571 - Heritage Engineering Technician
- ST1305 - Machining Technician
- ST1326 - Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
- ST1395 - Engineering and Manufacturing Support Technician
- ST1426 - Engineering Maintenance Technician – Single
- ST1443 - Engineering Maintenance Technician – Dual
We are also able to act as Assessment Organisation for the following retired standards, for cohorts who began their apprenticeship before the 31 December 2025.
- ST0457 - Level 3 Engineering Technician
- ST0154 - Level 3 MOET (Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician)
If there is a standard that we are not currently approved to deliver and you would like us to offer it, then please get in touch and we will see what we can do. Our email address is: epa@theiet.org.
Looking for an assessment organisation that understands engineering?
Choosing the right Assessment Organisation (AO) is about more than ticking boxes. It’s about finding a partner who understands your sector, supports your delivery, and helps your apprentices thrive - during EPA and beyond.
We’re in the business of better. Better teams. Better outcomes. Better futures.
So, whether you’re delivering one standard or many, we’re here to help you do it better - with the tools, expertise and support that make a real difference. Let’s build better together. Get in touch with our EPA team – drop us an email at epa@theiet.org.
Why choose the IET as your AO?
- Dedicated key account manager
One IET contact coordinating the relationship, cohorts, scheduling and communications for all your EPA needs. - Sector-specific expertise
Every assessment stage is delivered by professionals with deep experience in the relevant engineering discipline. - A gateway to the wider IET community
As the largest Professional Engineering Institution in the UK, we connect your apprentices to a network that supports their careers long after EPA. - Competitive pricing
We deliver high-quality assessment services at a price point that supports your business. - EPA preparation workshop
The preEPA preparation workshop (~6 months before EPA) guides apprentices and stakeholders on the EPA requirements.
Pricing
Our EPA list price for different standards are shown in the table below by level. Discounts are available for existing customers and for volume purchases.
| EPA Level | New customer list price |
| L2 | |
| L2 with viva | £700 |
| L2 with observation | £1,200 |
| L3 | |
| L3 with viva | £1,500 |
| L3 with presentation | £1,850 |
| L3 with observation | £2,250 |
| L4, L5 and L6 | |
| L4, L5 and L6 with viva | £1,700 |
| L4, L5 and L6 with presentation | £2,050 |
| L4, L5 and L6 with observation | £2,450 |