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Unique partnership creates greater education choice for young adults with special educational needs in Worcestershire!
Young adults with special education needs and disabilities now have more choice about where they learn new skills for adulthood thanks to funding from Worcestershire County Council. Currently many post-16 learners living in Worcestershire choose to study at National...
Heart of Worcestershire College celebrates 10 years of success with Anniversary Gala Dinner at Redditch campus!
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) marked a major milestone as it celebrated 10 years of impact, growth, and community service with a prestigious 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner. The event, held at the college’s Archers Restaurant on its Redditch campus,...
From a vocational course to a full-time job!
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) Business Administration student, Kuba, is celebrating after getting offered a full-time job following a successful work experience placement! As part of Kuba’s course he completed a period of work experience with a company...
HoW College launches 5Cs initiative to prepare students for the workplace!
Heart of Worcestershire College (HoW College) is preparing students for the workplace with the launch of its innovative 5Cs initiative. New for the current academic year, this framework focuses on equipping students with the core skills most valued by employers. While...
Companies praised for disability employment at awards ceremony
Companies across the West Midlands who have led efforts to create career opportunities for young people with disabilities have been praised by education leaders at a special awards ceremony. The inaugural West Midlands Supported Internships Event, held on Monday at...
What is an Apprenticeship?
Jump to: What is an apprenticeship? What are the benefits for employers? How can I recruit an apprentice? How much do I need to pay an apprentice? Attracting and retaining talent in your business, Apprenticeships are a cost-effective way to both recruit new staff and...
What is a Bootcamp?
Jump to: What is a Skills Bootcamp? What can a Skills Bootcamp do for your business? A Skills Bootcamp is an intensive, short-term training program focused on in-demand skills in various sectors -and are designed for individuals looking to upskill, reskill, or pivot...
Skills West Midlands and Warwickshire launches to transform regional skills provision
A new partnership led by further education providers in the West Midlands and Warwickshire has been set up to improve the quality and accessibility of post-16 skills and training initiatives across the region. Providing a platform for employers to browse different...
Breaking down the West Midlands and Warwickshire’s Local Skills Improvement Plan
In May 2023, the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) for the West Midlands and Warwickshire region was approved by the Secretary of State for Education, setting in motion a series of reforms to the local skills system. Developed by the designated employer...
