Middlesex University launches digital degree apprenticeships
The courses cover cyber security, data science, digital marketing, and user experience, with a focus on helping finance businesses address future skills shortages.
Government creates 120,000 new training places to build UK workforce
The plans cover training more bricklayers, carpenters and healthcare support workers, with reforms aimed at young, domestic talent.
Barron McCann gives Derby pupils hands-on workplace experience
The initiative supported pupils who may find it difficult to secure traditional work placements.
ReachOut project helps hundreds of Wirral residents into work
The service supported 506 people into jobs over the last 12 months.
Employers still want English and maths skills despite rule change, says educators
Julie Lawrence said: "Functional skills are still vital for today’s workplace and that’s definitely something we are seeing."
AAT launches virtual work experience programme for young people
Sam Hyams said: “Opportunities like this are invaluable - they give students a real sense of what a career in accountancy can look like."
Salford University and Manchester Met join Made Smarter to support SME manufacturers
The programme is designed to help business owners and managers develop tailored digital strategies for their firms.
Stirling and Clackmannanshire pupils complete employability programme
The eight-week course covered curriculum vitae (CV) writing, social media awareness and interview preparation.
CITB sets out plan to boost construction skills and training in 2025
The priorities are getting more trained people into construction, making quality training available and improving the current workforce’s skills.
HowNow launches ‘Guru’ AI learning agent
The agent has been designed to understand the learner, adapt to their skill level, and deliver feedback and support.
Bristol Airport launches programme to boost local employment opportunities
The programme targets people in education, retired individuals looking to return to work, and those who have been out of the workforce due to family or caring commitments.
Government defence spending must focus on skills development – Engineering by Murray
STEM industries have been plagued by a shortage of technical engineers for several years, with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers warning of a workforce crisis.
