Why this change matters
We are creating a better ETF experience for the people who power FE and skills.
SET has always been part of ETF. By fully integrating membership into the entire ETF offer will make the experience even better, with more connected professional standards and much more tailored content and CPD.
A single digital portal also will mean no more different logins to access different ETF services, saving time and making it easier to find what you need.
The professional body for FE and skills
Under one ETF brand, we are bringing together:
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Professional membership (previously managed by SET)
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Professional standards, recognition and CPD
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Support for individuals, providers, government agencies and funders.
Placing membership at the heart of ETF strengthens our ability to support and represent the whole FE and skills workforce through one professional body.
You can explore our FAQs below and read more about our role and purpose on our About ETF page.
3 phases of transformation
Phase 1 - getting started
Launched November 2025 ✅
Launch of the new ETF brand identity and website, creating a new open front door to showcase what we are doing to elevate teaching and leadership in FE and Skills.
Phase 2 - all in one place
From March 2026
Our new membership experience and booking engine, bringing ETF and SET fully together into one single login, profile, and professional development journey.
Phase 3 - growing together
From April 2026 onwards
Future enhancements will include AI-powered self-assessment tools, digital credentials and community spaces to support professional growth and collaboration.
Where we are now
Phase 1: Complete
The new open front door ETF website has delivered:
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simpler navigation and clearer user journeys
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updated design reflecting ETF’s expanded remit
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mobile-friendly technology on a robust, secure platform
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unified branding for ETF and SET under one new ETF look and feel.
Phase 2: From March
In the next phase of our transformation, we will introduce a more integrated experience, including:
- A single login and profile across ETF services
- Membership access directly within the ETF website
- A new booking experience
- A more connected professional development journey
More information and go-live dates coming soon!
What this means for members
Your membership, benefits and professional recognition remain unchanged – you are not losing anything.
As ETF and SET come together under one professional body, membership becomes central to how we support the sector. This means greater investment in your professional experience and clearer access to the full range of ETF support.
As improvements are introduced, members can look forward to:
- A more seamless and connected online journey
- New opportunities to connect with peers through communities and webinars
- Enhanced tools to support reflection and professional development planning
- Digital credentials to showcase membership and achievements
- Expanded access to learning aligned to professional standards and sector priorities
- Increased member value through courses, events and exclusive opportunities.
Your MyETF portal will become the home for your connected digital experience. It will be easier to find the most interesting and relevant content, courses and events and save your preferences. For members, it will also simplify how you access membership services and manage your membership. Input and feedback from our members and customers have helped us to improve and simplify ETF’s digital experience and make it easier for you to find what you need.
Yes, as part of this upgrade we will safely transport your data into an even more secure system. We’ve also updated our Terms and Privacy notice.
We are sending specific messages per account / platform, explaining what’s happening to that account to make sure it is clear what is changing and what you need to do. If you have multiple emails registered with ETF you may receive more than one email – if that’s the case, please get in touch and we’ll help you merge your accounts. You can contact us via enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk or give us a call on 0800 083 1830. We're here Monday to Friday, from 9.30am to 5pm.
Your SET Membership will become ETF Membership. As an ETF Member, you’ll have a stronger voice within a unified professional body for the FE and skills workforce. SET has always been part of ETF and by fully integrating professional membership, it will allow us to better represent and champion your professional development needs.
You’ll also benefit from significant investment in a new digital membership experience via MyETF. You’ll have enhanced access to ETF’s full suite of digital tools, CPD, and development resources. This includes exclusive or priority access to new content, training, events, and services, designed to support your professional journey – helping you make an even greater impact on the students and communities you deliver for, day in, day out.
SET has always been part of ETF. As ETF Members, you will still have the same support team and even more access to everything ETF has to offer as the professional body for the FE and skills workforce.
Our decision reflects thousands of responses from individual members and other ETF stakeholders. We have also been consulting with the Practitioner Advisory Group (PAG); comprised of over 100 members that share their experiences and insight.
By unifying under the single ETF brand, we’re creating a stronger, more connected professional community, to deliver more value to you as a member, to help you thrive so that learners everywhere can achieve more.
We made the decision to change SET Membership to ETF Membership last summer and started communicating with Members about it in July 2025.
No, your professional status (QTLS or ATS) will remain as long as you retain your active ETF Membership.
If you are currently on a programme to achieve these statuses, your status and progression will remain unaffected.
Nothing changes for QTLS, ATS, or the specialist statuses in special educational needs and/or disabilities and education for sustainable development (SSSEND, SSESD).
If you are currently on a programme to achieve these statuses, your status and progression will remain unaffected.
Not immediately. You can continue to use ASET, MSET or FSET if your ETF Membership is current. But, we will be exploring this in consultation with our members later this year. We are on this journey together and we welcome your input on this. There will be no changes to your status if you already hold QTLS and/or ATS.
Yes, it will be the same.
Yes, it will be the same.
If you have questions, you can drop us a line at enquiries@etfoundation.co.uk or give us a call on 0800 083 1830. We're here Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 5pm.
Stay connected and share your feedback
This page will continue to evolve as new features launch. We’d love to hear from you:
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Send us feedback or ask a question – tell us what’s working or what could improve.
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Can’t find something from the old site? Our Customer Experience Team can help locate resources. Get in touch.