2. Enhance the value and accessibility of vocational training, especially apprenticeships - Priority overview
Success in increasing the numbers and quality of Apprenticeships and vocational training will rely on greater leadership from the business community. Vocational training, qualifications and Apprenticeships are important in attracting potential recruits, supporting workplace progression, improving the productivity of businesses, and fulfilling the aspirations of individuals.
Employers must have access to the training and qualifications that meet their needs and there has been a significant period of reform to redesign National Occupational Standards, Vocational Qualifications and (in England and Wales) Apprenticeships. These reforms are important and will be evaluated to ensure consistency, quality and delivery of benefits to employers and learners.
To improve the positioning of vocational training the Commission aims to support key partners in reaching a wider employer audience and applying models of best practice to: strengthen links between businesses and education; support access to employment; and improve progression.
The main areas of work under this priority are:
- Apprenticeship/ Modern Apprenticeships
- Education/business links, work experience and internships.
- Future delivery system: LMI, NOS, Apprenticeships
- National Occupational Standards (NOS)
- Programmes of study
- Evaluation of vocational qualifications (still tbc)
See all the projects under priority two.
Ian Kinder is leading for the UK Commission on priority two.
