The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities intends to boost standards in social housing by requiring senior managers and executives to have, or be working towards, a relevant qualification. Propertymark has strongly challenged the decision not to extend this requirement to all property agents in the UK, and questioned why private tenants should not expect the same protections as those in the social sector.

Phil Spencer, Founder of Move iQ, presented learners who had gone above and beyond with their Awards, spotlighting all finalists by commending the standards they were setting for the industry and their professionalism’s impact on consumers. In the graduation-style ceremony, those who achieved their qualification in the last 12 months were also recognised for their achievements.

Athlete Roger Black, MBE, is set to join star learners and inspiring achievers at this year’s Awards in a venue for champions, the London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on Friday 1 December for the graduation-style ceremony.

Propertymark Qualifications invites star learners and inspiring achievers into the graduation spotlight with TV personality and founder of Move iQ, Phil Spencer. This year's awards will take place at a venue for sporting champions — the London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park — on Friday 1 December.

A recent report has highlighted the importance that professional qualifications are playing in driving up standards across the private rented sector in Scotland.

Gallagher, providers of specialist insurance for Propertymark members and sponsors of the 2022 Propertymark Qualifications Awards Ceremony, has announced funding to invest in agent education.

The 2022 Propertymark Qualifications Awards Ceremony, sponsored by Gallaghers, brought together learners with sector influencers, in the setting of the iconic British Museum, London. Learners who have completed their qualifications across all divisions and from across the UK were invited to take part in an event that celebrated vocational education for the property sector on an unprecedented scale.

Propertymark Qualifications is set to host its largest awards ceremony, welcoming more learners than ever before, to celebrate achievement and talent within the industry.

Jan Hÿtch, Residential and Operations Partner from Arnold Keys and Katie Griffin, Director from Sawdye and Harris will help to pave the way for future learning and accreditation.

Nominations for the Propertymark Qualifications’ Awards Ceremony have opened today, 21 July 2022. The Awards celebrate the very best of our sector by putting a spotlight on learners who are working towards or have achieved their certification to a high standard. There are also awards for those who have overcome adversity during their studies or demonstrated their potential to lead and create a positive future for the sector.

Amax Estate & Property Services has received an award from DWP for the work they do to introduce young people to the property profession through apprenticeships and training plus recognition of the many young people they have helped.

This guide is aimed at helping agents and their employers understand the often-perceived complex world and language of apprenticeships and give you the information required to support your business and staff development.

Propertymark is supporting Learning at Work Week, 16-22 May 2022, which aims to put a spotlight on the importance and benefits of continual learning and development as well as promote a culture for learning at work.