by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 3, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Resolution Foundation is hosting a webinar on Thursday 10 November at 15.00 on using technology to improve Britain’s post-covid labour market for low earners. The webinar will feature leading experts from the US and UK speaking about how worker-focused innovation...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 2, 2020 | Uncategorised
Pearson has released a report examining the effectiveness of Level 3 BTEC qualifications in Health and Social Care. Its report says there is strong evidence to demonstrate that these BTECs are preparing the next generation of healthcare workers, providing vital...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 2, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Upp Foundation, an independent Higher Education charity, has published two reports on the role of universities in the ‘levelling up’ agenda, and on addressing the forthcoming employment crisis. The COVID-19 Jobs Report and the Levelling Up Towns Report, can be...
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 2, 2020 | Uncategorised
QAA, who quality assure Access to HE courses, has published a statement regarding the Access to HE Diploma qualification as part of the government’s current consultation on the review of post-16 qualifications at Level 3 in England.
by Sarah Sawyer | Nov 2, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Progressive Policy Think Tank has released a publication called Going further: The case for investing in Further Education and adult skills. Its policy recommendations include commitment to increasing per pupil spend for 16-19 years in colleges and sixth forms...