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When businesses in VA understood how a new tuition assistance program could supply them with the talent and #skills they need, they became champions and advocates of the program. Learn from VA and how the state is transforming #workforce training. https://lnkd.in/eXPYauD7

This article by Daniel Orelowitz, managing director at @Training Force unpacks how to claim the 20% mandatory grant through the Skills Development Levy (SDL). This article is part one of a two-part story. Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/dYfyN9iG #ColdLinkAfrica #TrainingForce #SkillsDevelopmentLevy #TrainingProvider #WorkplaceSkillsPlan

?? Big Changes in the UK Skills Levy! ?? The UK is updating the skills levy, bringing more flexibility and funding for Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs). ?? What's New? The reformed levy will support employers in funding HTQs, which bridge the gap between academic learning and essential job-ready skills in sectors like Construction, Quantity Surveying, Leadership & Management, Operational Management, and more, with GLP Training Ltd as a key provider. ?? Benefits for Employers: - More Funding: Increased resources for upskilling. - Relevant Training: Industry-aligned HTQ curriculums. - Enhanced Productivity: A technically proficient workforce. ?? Opportunities for Professionals: HTQs offer pathways to high-demand careers, ensuring job security and growth. Let's leverage these changes to build a skilled, future-ready workforce! Becky James Sam Kenward Bradley Frost Rob Moger Paul Neuchterlien Gareth Homer GLP Training Ltd Worcestershire Growth Hub Not Going To Uni #SkillsLevy #HTQs #UKSkills #TechnicalEducation #CareerGrowth #Construction #QuantitySurveying #LeadershipManagement #OperationalManagement #GLPTraining

Attending the AELP webinar today, reading the chat, and watching the voting results, I think there is a big disconnect between what employers want and what providers want from policy. No shock that providers want the lowest possible barriers to delivering their funded programmes. That makes sense, I think it would be a good thing. Employers probably think the same. However I don't think the voting was particularly employer or learner-centric. Downvoting shorter programmes and Levy use for non-accredited training being two examples that would both make sense for solving skills shortages. We need policy that solves talent/skills shortages and providers need to adapt to deliver that value add. It's tough. Trading is hard. These policy changes are excruciatingly slow. We need to be careful as a collective that in lobbying to make life easier commercially, we're not moving further away from the fundamental goals of training people. We need to remove the barriers to increasing life chances and enhancing productivity, not putting more up. The best thing providers can do in the meantime is seek to remain as valuable as possible to learners and employers, irrespective of what the government decides to do.

The UK government has launched Skills England, intended to be a game-changing initiative to tackle long-standing skills gaps in our economy. This new body will streamline training and align educational programs with industry needs, ensuring a more efficient and skilled workforce. Keir Starmer’s critique of our “fragmented and broken” training system hits home, but Skills England is set to change that by funding relevant, strategic training. A key focus will be boosting homegrown talent, a crucial step for our future workforce. Full story below: ?? 2-min read ?? https://buff.ly/4du3Haz #SkillsEngland #FutureofWorkforce

?? New issue alert!?? In this edition, we cast our minds back to June when we hosted our very own Education Business Awards, presented by Journalist and broadcaster Ashley John-Baptiste, and sponsored by Viking UK. Read about the outstanding achievements of our winning schools, individuals and suppliers inside. Elsewhere, the British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA) examines how #cashless payment systems have transformed school operations, and Al Kingsley considers how to make your remote learning provision successful so that students thrive and teachers feel confident. On a similar note, Orla Weaver from the Grammar School at Leeds talks about their community approach to digital skills. Meanwhile, Vicci Wells, head of sport at the Youth Sport Trust, shares what support and resources schools can access to deliver excellent PE provision, and charity Chefs in Schools explains its training programme which helps school caterers to foster a positive food culture. Inside, you'll also find features on fire safety by the Business Sprinkler Alliance, how to create the right school environment by British Blind and Shutter Association, #electricvehicle charging advice, damp and mould management, HR & recruitment best practice by Kevin Noble - as well as all the latest news. Link to the digital magazine is in the comments. ? Cornerstone Management Services, nasal, Institute of School Business Leadership #EBAwards24

“Vocational training and steady employment seem to contribute to lower relapse rates of individuals with alcohol and other drugs dependency.” This insight highlights the heart of our mission here at SPARC. We do what we do to help our clients build a more sustainable recovery, and we believe that equipping them with skills and purpose through vocational training is one of the most powerful ways to do that. When individuals have meaningful work and steady routines, they’re not only empowered to succeed but also find a renewed sense of self-worth and purpose that strengthens their recovery. Every day, we witness how learning new skills and preparing to re-enter the workforce impacts our clients’ lives. The vocational training we offer is about more than just skills—it’s about building confidence, fostering resilience, and creating the foundation for a fulfilling future. By helping clients find stability and purpose, we’re helping them take meaningful steps toward a life where recovery is possible, achievable, and sustainable.

After attending the session Kennon Harrison, Jr. “Global Skills for Learning and Work: Launching Lifelong Earning,” GlobalMindED I'm more excited than ever about the direction our country is heading regarding the importance of durable skills. Employers are increasingly recognizing the value of employees who demonstrate mastery in key competencies. There is still much work to be done, but I'm inspired by the efforts in quantifying these essential skills. Looking forward to seeing how these initiatives will shape the future of education and employment! Mastery Transcript Consortium? (MTC) ETS #SkillsForTheFuture

The first-ever Skills England report was recently released, and highlighted some important news for L&D professionals: “Employer investment in training has been in steady decline over the past decade, with training expenditure at its lowest level since records began in 2011, and investment per employee down by 19% in real terms.” So what can L&D professionals learn from this, and the report's other findings? We've highlighted some key takeaways and actionable insights from the 64-page report in our newest blog. Read now:?https://lnkd.in/ey_qhm_C #skillsenglandreport #learninganddevelopment #workplacelearning #skills

Will the new Skills England impact on you? Most of you will know that the Government’s plan to create Skills England was announced at the recent King’s Speech. The legislation?is unlikely to be passed before Spring 2025. The plan is that Skills England will operate within a philosophy of partnership with employers at the centre. The intention is for Skills England is to convene employers, unions, education and training providers, and experts with national government to: ·???????Develop a single picture of national and local skills needs ·???????Work with industry, the Migration Advisory Committee, unions and the Industrial Strategy Council to build and maintain a comprehensive assessment of current and future skills needs. This will also inform the Department for Education’s policy priorities. ·???????Identify the training for which the Growth and Skills Levy will be accessible - this includes consulting on (and maintaining a list of) levy-eligible training to ensure value for money ·???????Guarantee the mix of government-funded training available to learners and employers aligns with skills needs. ·???????Ensure that the national and regional skills systems are meeting skills needs and are aligned to local and regional vacancy data while also building a robust evidence base. ·???????Partner with mayoral combined authorities and other key stakeholders to identify system issues ·???????Provide advice to Government, leading to a more coherent system. Overall, the positive impact of Skills England will be the opportunity to bring the complex area of training and qualifications into a single entity especially if employers remain at the centre. #training #apprentceships #earlyyears #skills #change