Apprenticeships, Long read

Nick Smith, chief executive, TTE Training

Nick Smith of TTE Training sees himself as the “living embodiment” of the difference education can make. His “amazing”...

Jessica Hill
Jessica Hill
Apprenticeships, DfE, IfATE

More data needed to tackle apprenticeship dropout rates

Researchers found that nine out of ten non-completing nursing associate apprentices dropped out close to their end dates

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
Apprenticeships, Long read

Why learning from neighbours could guide our apprenticeship reforms

Reforms are coming to the apprenticeship system in England and the Labour government has been showered with suggestions about...

Jessica Hill
Jessica Hill
Apprenticeships, Skills reform

Tight controls on new levy to avoid ‘complete racket’ – report

Many fear that without more funding, levy flexibilities will mean fewer apprenticeships

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
Apprenticeships, skills

Apprenticeship and Training Awards 2025 officially launched

The renamed awards will include a fresh set of categories showcasing sustainability, diversity and innovation

Josh Mellor
Josh Mellor
Apprenticeships

How PARS is putting apprenticeships on course for genuine recognition

Professional recognition for all apprentices represents a huge opportunity for skills

JL Dutaut
Sarah Drew and Emily Rock
Apprenticeships

Why we must (and how we can) protect apprenticeships

New St Martin’s Group research shows a widening gap between apprenticeship interest and starts. Here’s how to boost supply...

JL Dutaut
Emily Rock
Apprenticeships, Careers, T Levels

DfE hands over apprenticeships and T Level careers programme

The £3.2 million Apprenticeship Support and Knowledge scheme is now run by the Careers and Enterprise Company

FE Week Reporter
FE Week Reporter
Apprenticeships, Ofsted

NHS to abandon ‘outstanding’ apprenticeship scheme in North East and Yorkshire

Regional office to ditch successful direct delivery in favour of alternative providers

Anviksha Patel
Anviksha Patel