The importance of opening up apprenticeship opportunities to all ages, not just school leavers
The start of February can only mean one thing: National Apprenticeship Week (#NAW2023) is upon us again. Each year, I like to reflect on how…
NAW2023
The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2023 is ‘Skills for Life‘. This year, it takes place between 6th – 12th of February.
National Apprenticeship Week brings together apprenticeship ambassadors, MPs, training providers, apprentices, parents and employers to celebrate the work being done across the whole apprenticeship community, promoting apprenticeships and their impact.
Keep an eye out on FE News for special events we have planned to celebrate!
Top tips for teachers on early careers opportunities
With vacancies now open for a variety of early careers opportunities with companies like BAE Systems, now is often the time that students will feel…
Why apprenticeships can be key to supporting learners with SEND into employment
We need to better understand potential barriers if we are to attract more apprentices with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), explains Suzanne. When it…
The Co-op: £600 million wasted in Apprenticeship Levy funding even though 1 in 3 young people now prefer Apprenticeship route
@coopuk: £600 million wasted in Apprenticeship Levy funding, despite rising demand for paid training among young people However, because of the current Apprenticeship Levy rules…
APPRENTICESHIP WEEK WALES 2023 – GREEN ENERGY BOSS CHAMPIONS APPRENTICESHIPS
“Apprentices are armed with real qualifications, real experience and real references from real jobs; they can carry out the work from day one.” That’s the…
Plumbing Apprenticeship sets Andrew on the pathway to success
As part of NI Apprenticeship Week taking place across the province, Andrew Mc Cann, from Aughnacloy, a Plumbing and Heating apprentice at South West College,…
New research reveals the true impacts of Degree Apprenticeships
Degree Apprenticeships are helping to “level up” opportunities for young people and contributing to greater productivity, according to the findings of new research. The research…
Engineering Skills Academy Apprenticeship now
Residents of Enniskillen and its surrounding areas are set to benefit from the introduction of a brand-new Engineering Manufacturing Skills Academy – Apprenticeship NI at…
What does Ofsted see as the future of FE and Skills? FE Soundbite edition 680
Welcome to FE Soundbite edition 680. What does Ofsted see as the future of FE and Skills? This is the weekly e-newsletter and e-journal brought…
City and Guilds offers top tips for applying to an apprenticeship ahead of National Apprenticeship week
Have you been thinking about applying for an apprenticeship? Please see below for some top tips from Kirstie Donnelly, CEO of City & Guilds, the…
