The City and Guilds of London Institute (City & Guilds) is a UK examining and accreditation body for vocational, managerial and engineering training, offering over 500 qualifications in 28 industry areas, spanning from entry level to the equivalent of a postgraduate degree.
Incorporated in 1880, the City and Guilds of London Institute was granted its Royal Charter (RC117) by Queen Victoria in 1900. It is a registered charity (no. 312832). The Institute's president is HRH The Duke of Edinburgh (who has served in this role since 1951), and the current Chairman of Council is Michael Howell.
Although City & Guilds offers a large number of specific examinations, it is also an accreditation agency ensuring that qualifications bearing its approval reach the appropriate standard. Over 1.5 million learners work towards City & Guilds qualifications every year.
