Professional Body Membership for Apprentices: Expanding Pathways for Success
Introduction Apprenticeships are often framed as being effective when the training is planned and delivered through the triangle of apprentice, training provider and...
Enabling broader learning and enhanced destination for apprentices
The apprenticeship landscape can be seen as a chess board, where multiple pieces engage as a collective, but with their own needs, moves...
Apprenticeships: AstraZeneca
Photo credit AstraZeneca As part of National Apprenticeship Week, the Science Council interviewed Kim Hardman – Director of UK apprenticeships and Karen...
The heartbeat of operations – Technicians
Tom Cheek – Apprenticeship Lead (Science Council) Technicians act as the heartbeat of operations and are the enablers of innovation. They are a...
Science Council submits to degree apprenticeship consultation
The Science Council has submitted to the degree apprenticeship consultation this Thursday 16th September 2021. The consultation sets out proposals for changes to existing...
Apprenticeships: The purpose and potential of reviews
By Apprenticeship lead, Tom Cheek In this blog we will be considering the role of reviews in apprenticeships, exploring the potential benefits of...
Apprenticeships: Initial Assessments
Tom Cheek, Apprenticeship Lead In this blog we consider the importance of initial assessments for apprentices, with the impact this essential early activity...
Apprenticeships in Northern Ireland
Tom Cheek, Apprenticeship Lead Apprenticeships are managed by the Northern Ireland Government, offering frameworks that require the completion of a combination of qualifications...
Apprenticeships in Scotland
The landscape of apprenticeships across the UK – Scotland Skills Development Scotland is Scotland’s National Skills Body with an objective in creating a...
Apprenticeships in Wales
The Welsh government manages an approved Welsh Apprenticeship Framework, developed to ensure an apprentice has the relevant knowledge, skills and qualifications. Apprenticeships combine...