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Whether you're new to the trading standards profession, or a Head of Service looking to develop your team, only CTSI offers the full range of CTSI-accredited qualification-based Training and Development options.
Here, you'll find everything from our CPPD tests and entry-level Qualification Framework (QF) Courses, right up to the coveted and respected Trading Standards Advanced Practitioner (TSAP) or Chartered Trading Standards Practitioner status (CTSP).
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Latest Qualifications News and Alerts
25
2026
CTSI Council Statement
At its meeting on 23/24 September 2026, CTSI Council agreed, in principle, to commission an independent, externally led review of the knowledge, skills and competencies required of the trading standards and consumer protection professional of the future, and of how CTSI can ensure the future needs of the profession are met.
10
2026
L6 Food Coursework Checklist
CTSI has been collaborating with the CSA to provide L6 apprentices with additional support with the L6 Food coursework requirements.
10
2026
New AI policies for CTSI qualifications and online assessments
CTSI has adopted two new policies governing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its qualifications and assessments. Both have been approved by the Qualifications Panel and take effect from 1 November 2026. They apply to all candidates, across all qualifications within the CTSI Qualifications Framework and competency-based programmes.
New AI policies for CTSI qualifications and online assessments
