Apprenticeships - A System Built for Adults: UVAC publishes new concept paper

Key points discussed in this concept paper include:

Seismic Shift: Apprenticeships now span from traditional trades to professional roles, involving top universities and diverse industries.

Policy Changes: The 2017 apprenticeship levy has made apprenticeships more attractive and appropriate for adults and employers.

Economic Benefits: Training adults is beneficial for individuals, employers, and the economy, addressing skills gaps and supporting career progression.

Quality and Duration: Reforms have improved the quality and duration of apprenticeships, ensuring substantial training and better job readiness.

Debate on Impact: The paper addresses criticisms about adult apprenticeships, including concerns about deadweight and job displacement for young people.

About the Author

Charlynne Pullen is a Principal Research Fellow at Sheffield Institute of Research and Knowledge Exchange, part of the Sheffield Institute of Education, and Research Lead for the National Centre of Excellence for Degree Apprenticeships, both at 英国谢菲尔德哈莱姆大学 . Her research focuses on apprenticeships, skills, and vocational education.

UVAC Conceptual paper series?

"Apprenticeships - A System Built for Adults" is the second in a series of concept and discussion papers to celebrate in 2024 the 25 years of UVAC working on behalf of the higher education sector to champion higher level technical, professional education and skills, and routes into the professions.

By publishing a series of thought-provoking papers, UVAC is taking the opportunity to reflect, in a scholarly way, on the higher and degree apprenticeships conceptual journey and wider skills policy; and to contribute to the increasing body of knowledge in the field of apprenticeships and professional education, delivered by higher education providers. UVAC? hopes you find them a highly enjoyable read.

Download and read the full paper HERE.