During a recent business trip to Australia, I attended the Institute of Employment Professionals (IEP) Fellow Dinner in Sydney. While one evening's conversation can only...
As we look at the state of further education (FE) today, it has never been more important for institutions to be aware of the need...
When I served as Apprenticeships and Skills Minister, a picture of JFK adorned my office wall, bearing his famous words about sending man to the...
Technology in the classroom has long been a contentious issue. From the integration of laptops and tablets to educational computer games, the debate often centres...
According to the latest OECD survey, the progress in developing essential skills in England is mixed. While young people's skills have improved, 8.5 million adults...
As students get ready to leave for the winter break, they’ll return with a list of expectations for being safeguarded in further education. That list...
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Extended reality (XR) is already having a major impact on a huge range of sectors and industries. Whether through virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality...
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This is the Skills and Apprenticeships 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 news on the future of the Apprenticeship Levy, Skills Levy, APAR, lifelong learning, micro-credentials, Degree apprenticeships or qualification reform and skills. Then you are in the right place. Check out the latest opinion pieces, thought leadership, videos and skills strategies below.
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 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.
COLEG CAMBRIA is at the forefront of a nationwide campaign to meet a surge in demand for tens of thousands of new welders. With an…
For every £1 of public funding invested in Waltham Forest College, £11.60 of economic benefit is generated, a new report reveals today. The report comes as the…
Technology in the classroom has long been a contentious issue. From the integration of laptops and tablets to educational computer games, the debate often centres…
According to the latest OECD survey, the progress in developing essential skills in England is mixed. While young people’s skills have improved, 8.5 million adults…
The government will enlist the help of business to help it develop skills opportunities to meet the government’s mission to kickstart economic growth under the Plan…
Deputy PM Angela Rayner launched the new Devolution White Paper today. Significant plans to make devolution the default setting across a range of government policy…
Queen Mary University of London announced the launch of an ambitious new Centre for Excellence in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education on Friday (13 Dec…
The organisation representing work-based learning providers across Wales is disappointed that the Welsh Government’s draft budget excluded apprenticeships when more money was pledged to other…
As our sector navigates through unprecedented changes, from policy reforms to technological innovations, these top 10 articles have captured the most critical developments and discussions…
As students get ready to leave for the winter break, they’ll return with a list of expectations for being safeguarded in further education. That list…
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