In conversation with…Andrew Pakes MP
This is the time for apprenticeships to fly.” Andrew Pakes MP shares his vision for rebuilding Britain’s skills system. In this conversation, Andrew Pakes, MP for Peterborough…
Apprenticeship Standards
Here are the latest news and thought leadership articles on Apprenticeship Standards. Apprenticeship standards were first developer in 2013 as a part of the Richard’s Review of Apprenticeships. Apprenticeship Standards are employer led and now replace the previous Apprenticeship ‘Frameworks’.
Apprenticeship standards were first introduced in 2017.From 2020, all apprenticeship starts are standards.
Apprenticeship standards show what an apprentice will be doing and the skills required of them, by job role. Standards are developed by employer groups known as ‘trailblazers’.
You can use the apprenticeship standard finder on the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education website
World Teachers Day: Apprentice turned teacher encourages others to consider a career in the classroom
An award-winning apprentice who has turned his knowledge into a career in teaching is encouraging others to consider working in the classroom to mark World…
Progression pathways for young people need an aspirational destination, and that includes at level 7
Keir Starmer addressed the Labour Party Conference last Tuesday. Since coming to power there has been a clear focus by the new government on economic…
Transforming Healthcare Training with Digital OSCEs
The healthcare sector is facing an unprecedented crisis. According to the World Health Organization, there will be a worldwide deficit of nearly 18 million healthcare…
Evolving Apprenticeship Standards: The critical role of workforce and employer needs
As we await more details on the government’s plans for the implementation of Skills England and what the scope of the skills and growth levy…
Is end-point assessment a barrier to apprenticeship completions?
With providers under the spotlight on achievement rates, a new report explores the part played by EPA in low achievement rates and the role for employers,…
At last…useful English/maths flex for apprentices with learning difficulties!
“There is a big debate to be had about whether we are actually teaching and training the right things” I am absolutely delighted to see…
New EPAO recognised by Ofqual!
A new end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) has been recognised by Ofqual to assess apprenticeships in the public, health, and care sectors. Advance EPA was founded…
How can Providers and Employers bridge the Digital Skills Gap?
With the new government recently announcing the launch of Skills England, a body tasked with transforming opportunities and driving growth, what does this mean for…
NOCN Group launches suite of skills solutions for engineering sector’s Machining Technician profession
International education charity NOCN Group has added a Level 3 Diploma, Apprenticeship End Point Assessment, and an Assured Short Course for the Machining Technician profession…
