I’m writing this just before heading off on a family camping trip to Yorkshire, which means the house is currently a chaotic blend of optimism,...
There are now 11 applicants for every degree apprenticeship place in England, up from 3 just three years ago, according to government data. That competition...
Every year, apprenticeship providers brace themselves for a new set of funding rules. The annual ritual is familiar: download the document, highlight the changes, update...
Using AI to help draft a lesson plan is one thing. Using it to assess whether a prospective learner should study at Level 2 or...
Provider achievement rates receive significant attention from boards, governors and executive teams because they provide a straightforward indication of overall performance. They are often one...
Long-time observers of the UK skills system are prone to wearily observing that it is fragmented, complex and a victim of policy inconsistency over time....
According to the Student Mental Health Study, 37% of first-year university students show moderate-to-severe anxiety or depression. This is nearly double the national rate for...
The biggest challenges facing the further education workforce are no great secret. Pay remains a big concern. Funding pressures limit what colleges can offer, while recruitment difficulties...
For years, employers have been telling us that something fundamental is missing in the labour market. Not technical skills, although those matter enormously, but the...
The number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) has topped one million for the first time since 2013. Alan Milburn's independent...
This is the Skills and Apprenticeships News 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 developments from the Apprenticeship Levy, to the Growth and Skills Levy News, APAR, lifelong learning, micro-credentials, Degree apprenticeships or qualification reform and skills policy news. Then you are in the right place. Check out the latest opinion pieces, thought leadership, videos and skills strategies from experts across the World of Apprenticeships, Skills and Work Based Learning. FE News is a platform, so the thought leadership articles are from actual Apprenticeship industry professionals, rather than through the lens of a reporter or editor. This is why the content on FE News is truly the voice of the FE and Skills Sector.
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 and AI first policies 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 FE skills and apprenticeships by exploring our latest articles, videos, and resources below.
The North of England is currently undergoing a period of notable transformation, with substantial investment creating new jobs and laying the groundwork for sustained growth.…
Ladi Mohammed and Shani Wijemuni discuss how you turn better understanding of the skills an economy needs into better decisions by people, employers, and training…
Welcome to FE Soundbite Edition 866: 26th September 2026. Where Will All the Work Experience Placements Come From? This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal…
Three-year programme will create clearer routes from Borders college to degree-level study MAJOR new investment will help open up more opportunities for people in the…
Yesterday Weston College welcomed Jim Davison, National Membership Director at Make UK, to its Advanced Manufacturing Technical Excellence College (AMTEC) on National Manufacturing Day, celebrating…
Sommet Education has been recognised as one of the inaugural Beyond Tourism Impact Stars at the World Economic Forum’s first Beyond Tourism Day, highlighting the…
Life-changing achievements of individuals who have overcome challenges in their lives and a community project that is giving leamers new skills and rebuilding their confidence…
For many individuals with disabilities and additional learning needs, the journey into employment can be challenging. Too often, opportunities and support do not lead to…
257 leaders from industry, education and government attend national launch at the Old Bailey More than 40,000 hours of employer engagement have been pledged to support young…
Eastern Education Group (EEG) celebrated National Manufacturing Day (NMD) by announcing that it has seen an 18% increase in apprenticeship signups during the last 12…
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