Ofqual reviews the delivery and award of vocational and technical qualifications in 2022
A review of the steps Ofqual took to oversee the delivery and award of VTQs from 2021 to 2022 and Ofqual’s regulation of apprenticeship EPAs from…
Welcome to our Vocational Education and Training Tag Page where we break down what VET is.
What is Vocational Training?
It is a focused form of education and skill development designed to prepare individuals for specific trades, crafts, or jobs. typically it consists of practical, hands-on learning tailored to equip individuals with the precise skills required for success in their chosen professions.
What is Vocational Education and Training (VET)?
Vocational education and training (VET) plays a crucial role in preparing individuals for specific careers and industries. It focuses on practical skills and knowledge relevant to a particular job or trade. VET is often delivered through further education colleges and apprenticeship programs.
Apprenticeships, a key component of vocational training, provide individuals with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while earning a qualification. Employers actively participate in shaping the training to ensure that it aligns with industry needs.
Vocational qualifications, such as BTECs (Business and Technology Education Council) and NVQs (National Vocational Qualifications), are widely recognised and are often pursued as alternatives to traditional academic routes.
A review of the steps Ofqual took to oversee the delivery and award of VTQs from 2021 to 2022 and Ofqual’s regulation of apprenticeship EPAs from…
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On 10 November, the inaugural Surrey Skills Summit took place at Sandown Park Racecourse. The packed event saw local business leaders, employers, colleges, universities, skills…
This series – VET in FE – started with a review of VET development in the FE sector and the lessons we could draw to…
During 14 – 18 November, Ufi VocTech Trust will host a free programme of in-person and online events exploring the role of digital technology in…
It’s a startling fact that, during the Covid pandemic, one fifth of UK students did not have access to laptops or digital devices, and today,…
This month, thousands of young people across the UK will have received their GCSE, A Level and T Level results and will be preparing to…
Bringing together governments, industries and educators, APAC TVET Forum is a two-day virtual event focussed on impact-led skills development. It’s free to attend – register now…
Re-cap In the previous article on FE News, ‘Vocational education and training (VET) in FE: A question of ‘divide and rule’?’, segregation of the FE…
Setting up my argument There is [also] a perception, deriving from centuries of social stratification and selectivity in the status and provision of different kinds…
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