Programmes at level 2 and below have great value – they must be protected
Last week, AELP was delighted to launch our latest research – on level 2 and below qualifications – at an event in parliament hosted by…
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The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) is a national membership body, proudly representing its many member organisations that deliver training and vocational learning.
New AELP data shows skills funding must be protected
Ahead of their Autumn Conference tomorrow, the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) has published new data revealing how rising costs are impacting the…
Qualification reform rethink needed after new research shows value of programmes at level 2 and below
Latest research carried out by the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP), NOCN Group and the Skills and Education Group (SEG), shows that level…
What we learnt from our first ever Equality, Diversity and Inclusion summit
Social value in the workplace is now more relevant and more prominent than ever. Learners and employees expect – and deserve – safe and inclusive…
The ‘mini budget’ will provide some relief, but not for long
In his ‘mini-budget’ statement to the House of Commons last Friday, the new Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng set out his The Growth Plan 2022. The Chancellor’s statement…
AELP announces key strategic partnerships with Peridot Partners Limited and World Skills UK
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) is pleased to announce new strategic partnerships with Peridot Partners Limited and WorldSkills UK. Peridot Partners Limited…
Funding and accountability reform must not sideline independent training providers
On the face of it, funding and accountability might not seem like the most exciting issues facing the FE sector at the moment. But we…
University isn’t the only option for young people
Hundreds of thousands of young people nervously await news of their A Level, T Level and level 3 VTQ grades today. It’s an exciting time…
Apprenticeship Funding Rules: Big Changes are Coming in a Matter of Days
Last week, the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) published version one of the apprenticeship training rules for 2022/23. These rules come into force on…
Levelling up must survive a change of Prime Minister- the skills sector is depending on it
The firing gun has been sounded for the Conservative Party leadership campaign. By 5 September, we will know which MP will succeed Boris Johnson. Whoever…