WOW Festival Arrives in Bradford
In a bid to inspire the next generation of young people, WOW – Women of the World brought their WOW Girls Festival Bus to Bradford. The WOW…
This is the Skills and Apprenticeships category page on FE News. This is a page that has pooled together thought leadership articles and videos from influencers and key decision makers discussing future skills policy, how skills can solve the productivity puzzle, the latest developments in Apprenticeships and skills for the jobs of the future and how technology is transforming the core or essential skills for the jobs of the future as we are now in the fourth industrial revolution. Here is the place to explore the latest ideas and skills strategies from leaders across the World of Further Education, Skills and Apprenticeships.
So if you are interested in finding out the latest strategies, expert opinions and news on the future of the Apprenticeship Levy, Skills Levy, APAR, lifelong learning, micro-credentials, Degree apprenticeships or qualification reform and skills. Then you are in the right place. Check out the latest opinion pieces, thought leadership, videos and skills strategies below.
Apprenticeships provide talent pipelines with in-demand skills crucial for future growth. Work-integrated learning moulds adaptable workers as jobs evolve. Apprentices gain relevant experience by bypassing graduate skills gaps. Custom programs matched to business priorities also promote diversity and social mobility. Competency measures further shift focus to capabilities over qualifications. Government incentives and industry partnerships in areas with acute shortages reinforce the value of developing talent via apprenticeships at all career stages.
Evaluate skills gaps and ageing. Build versatility in digital, data, and regulatory domains to minimise shortage risks and keep institutional knowledge despite turnover. Also, focus on inclusive leadership.
Automation will transform most jobs, prioritising human skills in problem-solving across disciplines. Human creativity, empathy and teamwork will productively integrate with efficiency. Technical skills should connect humanities and STEM.
Skills audits, micro-learning, and mentor guidance enabled through internal job rotations and external partnerships. Leaders should exemplify continuous learning. Incentivise upskilling via subsidised classes in emerging domains. Promote peer coaching too.
Discover more insights and strategies on skills and apprenticeships by exploring our latest articles, videos, and resources below. If you would like to contribute to the conversation, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.
In a bid to inspire the next generation of young people, WOW – Women of the World brought their WOW Girls Festival Bus to Bradford. The WOW…
Leading electrotechnical and engineering services trade body ECA has broadly welcomed today’s pledge by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to create up to 20,000 more apprenticeships…
A Bradford College (@BradfordCollege) student has just won a top spot in the British Biology Olympiad 2024. Laibba Arshad Mahmood Sadiq, studying A Level Biology,…
Cardiff and Vale College learners have won a record 19 gold medals at Skills Competition Wales – more than ever before. CAVC students won 34…
With more dogs living in Wales than ever before, a brand new course has been introduced for Welsh speakers who would like to become a…
Major package of reforms to support small businesses in PM’s first economic speech since the Spring Budget. Under the new plans, large employers who pay…
Coleg Cambria (@colegcambria) and its industry partners achieved more individual medals than ever before at this year’s prestigious Skills Competition Wales. Across 16 categories, the…
Accountancy training provider First Intuition received the ‘AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Special Recognition Award’ at the annual AAT Awards. This was awarded to the…
The College Merthyr Tydfil Celebrates Success at This Year’s Competition Wales at the ICC in Newport The College Merthyr Tydfil attended the Skills Competition Wales…
NCFE’s Aspiration Awards have helped shine a light on the successes of learners, apprentices, educators, support staff, and educational organisations across the UK. With only…
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