The Learning and Skills Improvement Service (LSIS) and the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) are running a series of online seminars for colleges and training organisations interested in delivering Higher Apprenticeships.
These short, 60-minute online events will be of interest to… Continue reading
This week the SFA will publish the third version of the 2012/13 Subcontracting Register and its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
The Subcontracting Register is a list of subcontractors that hold at least £100,000 of contracts in aggregate with one or… Continue reading

By Carolyn Lewis
Managing Director
Elearning Marketplace Ltd
In the fast moving world of technology the opportunities for knowledge and skill development are exciting, but sometimes daunting. However, not venturing into this brave new world is a mistake!
For… Continue reading
Lesley Nelson, Finance Manager at the Big Lottery Fund talks us through the steps and considerations employers need to take when starting an apprenticeship scheme.
Every year, the Big Lottery Fund gives out millions of pounds from the National Lottery… Continue reading
Written byBY HELEN KREFT
THE search is on across Burton and South Derbyshire for young people to join Network Rail’s advanced apprenticeship scheme.
There are around 240 places available on this year’s scheme and it wants parents, educators and young… Continue reading
Published: 21 January 2013
Business leaders will be finding out how employing apprentices could help them in their companies when they go on a fact-finding visit to Milton Keynes College in February.
MK College principal and chief executve Dr… Continue reading

Are you a Prime Contractor or a FE College looking for high quality long term strategic delivery partners?
OR
Are you forecasting possible difficulties in fulfilling your funding contracts and/or concerned about the inherent risk of sub-contracting?
At the same… Continue reading
Small and medium-sized employers will receive more help to offer apprenticeships after the Government today announced measures that will enable increased access to funding. Employers will also receive a new level of support from the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS).
The… Continue reading
A CARAVAN manufacturer’s apprenticeship scheme welcomed new members.
Rhuallt-based Fifth Wheel Company recruited two new faces and is on the lookout for young people to join its growing business.
This year’s cohort will be trained in all aspects of assembling… Continue reading



















