The equalex framework, developed by The Careers & Enterprise Company, plays a vital role in supporting the government's commitment to introduce 10 days' worth of modern work experience for every young person.

Designed to meet the needs of young people, educators, employers, and providers, the framework enables a wide range of high-quality activities through a whole-school approach, effectively bridging the gap between the curriculum and the world of work.

What is equalex?

• A framework of structured, progressive learning outcomes to raise the quality of work experience for learners.
• A multi-year, multi-experience model supported by the curriculum and accessible to ALL learners.
• A tiered approach providing a structure offering breadth and depth of workplace experiences.

The equalex learning outcomes

To meet the equalex quality standard for experiences of the workplace, learners must have the opportunity to meet and evidence the learning outcomes across all 3 core themes.

We encourage innovation regarding delivery of this framework and have not provided guidelines on how the outcomes must be achieved. Each of these learning aims and outcomes could be achieved via experiences of the workplace, but some can be mapped against other areas of a progressive careers programme.

Find out more about the equalex learning outcomes and objectives framework