National Apprenticeship Week 2024: Busting the myths about apprenticeships
By Danielle Le Breton, HR Director at Lanes Group Apprenticeships have a lot of misconceptions surrounding them – and these myths may be putting off a whole generation of young people who could benefit significantly from embracing the opportunities that come with being an apprentice. Currently, there is a lack of understanding about what apprenticeships […]
Managers back apprenticeships as concerns over targets raised
Managers back apprenticeships for workers of all ages as a way to overturn the long-term employer underinvestment in skills, according to a survey by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Of the 1,640 managers surveyed, 88% believe the Apprenticeship Levy should be spent on apprenticeships for all ages. Seven in 10 (69%) say that they would […]
GUEST BLOG: The definition of ‘clever’ – Why university’s not for everyone
By Marissa Francis, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Improver, ABM UK To mark National Apprenticeship Week, ABM UK apprentice Marissa Francis writes about the importance of promoting different routes to success… A question I’ve always battled with is, ‘What is the definition of clever?’ I think nowadays people are so focused on getting a degree […]
