A passion for raising awareness on environmental concerns
Angelina Khan, Creative Arts student from Waltham Forest College, is here to make a real impact in her new role as the Students’ Union Sustainability…
further education
What is Further Education?
In the UK, Further Education refers to post-secondary education beyond compulsory schooling, typically undertaken by individuals aged 16 and older. It includes a diverse range of courses and qualifications offered by colleges, sixth forms, and vocational training centers, providing specialized skills and knowledge for specific careers.
Why is Further Education is Important?
It is crucial for personal and professional development, equipping individuals with the skills and qualifications needed to thrive in their chosen careers. It offers opportunities for specialization, career advancement, and fosters a skilled workforce, contributing to economic growth. Moreover, FE plays a key role in promoting lifelong learning and adaptability in an ever-evolving job market.
Is Further Education Free?
New education for sustainable development interactive webinar series open for bookings
Booking is now open for the Education and Training Foundation’s interactive webinar series on ‘How to promote and embed education for sustainable development (ESD) across…
ETF launches new Professional Standards for Leaders in the FE and Training sector
The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) has launched new Professional Standards for Leaders in the FE and Training sector. There are four sets of standards,…
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When finishing your final exams in school, you’ll probably find yourself thinking about your future. There are plenty of options for what you can choose…
Middlesbrough College Partner with HybrIT & Microsoft to Address Digital Poverty
Middlesbrough College, one of the largest colleges in the country, are implementing a major phase of their digital learning strategy by supplying over 4500 students…
State of the Union: Employability, further education, and the skills gap in the UK and US
For almost a decade, our business has operated in the Executive Search and Recruitment markets in the UK, mainly in the professional services industry. This…
Balancing Parental Support and Independence of 16-18 Year Olds in Further Education
The active involvement of parents and guardians in education and school life is highly correlated with academic achievement – moreso, according to long-running research, than…
Cream Tea for Jubilee with ATTFE!
ATTFE College (located in North Nottinghamshire) wanted to bring joy to the local communities that they serve in way of celebrating the Queens Platinum Jubilee.…
Coventry students get a glimpse of £25m city centre development to enhance their real-world learning
Construction students in Coventry were invited behind the scenes of a £25m city centre development to gain top-level industry experience – almost a year after…
Levelling up learning for VocTech professionals
The past two years have highlighted the urgent need to level up learning, especially in Further and Vocational Education and Training. How can we help…
