Understanding the DfE Financial Handbook for Independent Training Providers
AELP Webinar
Facilitator: Rupert Crossland, Director of Audit and Compliance, Professional Assessment Limited (PAL)
Overview
Don't miss this essential webinar that unpacks the critical financial management, governance, and assurance requirements every Independent Training Provider needs to know. Get clear, practical insights into the DfE’s Financial Handbook and what it means for your organisation.
Objectives
By the end of this session, you will:
- Know exactly when and how to apply key components of the DfE’s Financial Handbook in real-world scenarios.
- Learn practical strategies for implementing the handbook’s guidance in your own organisation, with tools to assess and adapt it effectively after the session.
- Discover how the handbook can strengthen your corporate governance and risk management, while helping you gain greater assurance over your funding.
Facilitated by
Facilitator
Rupert Crossland, Director of Audit and Compliance, Professional Assessment Limited (PAL)
Rupert joined PAL as Director of Audit and Compliance in January 2018 following a successful 4-year tenure as Head of Compliance at a large, national training provider. Prior to this, he was Head of Provider Financial Assurance with the (then) Skills Funding Agency and, formerly, the Learning and Skills Council. This enabled Rupert to gain 20 years of valuable experience and build a strong professional network. Rupert has built a reputation as somebody who has a robust but measured approach to funding compliance. His focus is supporting training providers to drive meaningful business improvements through their compliance activities.
Rupert currently sits on the board of directors at PAL and leads a team of compliance experts to deliver a high-quality service to providers.

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Fees
Member Rate £69.00 + VAT
Non Member Rate £119.00 + VAT
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Phone: 0117 947 2095
Email: [email protected]
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If you register but are unable to attend, we will send you a copy of the recording after the webinar has taken place.
Understanding the DfE Financial Handbook for Independent Training Providers
AELP Webinar
