The Post-Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme, also known as PARS, is a certification granted to completed apprentices in the United Kingdom. It was created recognise the unique educational route and skills gained throughout an apprenticeship, in addition to advocating for parity of esteem between apprenticeships and other learning options such as full-time higher education.[1]
To be eligible for the Post-Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme, candidates must[6]:
have completed an apprenticeship in the UK
be in possession of their official apprenticeship completion certificate
have the support of their employer, provider or another industry-linked contact
Grades
The Post-Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme has four grades, based on the highest level of apprenticeship completed by the candidate.[7][8] Bearers are entitled to use the post-nominal letters corresponding with their certification.
Certification name
Postnominals
Qualification level (England, Wales and Northern Ireland)
↑"PARS". Association of Apprentices. Retrieved 2025-11-30.
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