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In January 2005, research was undertaken evaluate Skill Build (preparatory level) and Skill Build+, two of the five strands of work-based learning funded by Education and Learning Wales (ELWa). The programs are targeted towards those who are regarded to be either ‘vocationally unfocussed’, or in need of support to be able to access employment, education or training. People of any age who are unemployed and meet the eligibility criteria can start Skill Build and Skill Build+. The key focus of the evaluation was to understand who the program does work for, and in what circumstances, and which learners are not achieving successful outcomes from the program and why? The evaluation examined the overall effectiveness of the Skill Build programs in meeting their aims. Consideration was also given to the role of the program in relation to the major reforms currently underway for 14-19 education including work based learning and Apprenticeships, and programs aimed at the unemployed managed by Jobcentre Plus. The chapters are as follows: Introduction; Policy context and programme data; Skill Build: overview of effectiveness; Issues influencing delivery for young people; Issues influencing delivery for adults; Developments in England; Key issues and recommendations. Included as appendices are: Other influencing policy developments; Research method and topic guides.