Don’t miss out on free, expert-led courses covering key topics like governance, leadership, quality assurance, employer engagement, teaching and learning, and initial assessment.
The Apprenticeship Workforce Development (AWD) programme provides a variety of DfE-funded CPD opportunities, delivered by sector experts. It equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to deliver high-quality, impactful apprenticeships now and in the future.
All courses are completely free and fully funded by DfE.
Why Book Now?
We have highlighted the remainder of November dates below and you can access all the courses, including those in December, and early 2025 here.
Preparing apprentices for end-point assessment – delivery staff
Thu, Nov 21st 2024 09:30 am – 12:30 pm (UTC+00:00 / GMT)
This course is designed for delegates who recognise their need to develop and improve this component of their apprenticeship delivery. Identify and address issues in end-point assessment preparation, contributing to the retention and success of apprentices.
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Tackling understanding and commitment from the apprentice and line manager – all staff
Fri, Nov 22nd 2024 09:30 am – 12:30 pm (UTC+00:00 / GMT)
This course is designed for delegates who recognise their need to develop and improve this component of their apprenticeship delivery. The course will help you review your current practice, and identify areas where immediate developments and improvements can be made. Explore how you can take action to maintain the understanding and commitment of apprentices and employers.
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Managing apprenticeship withdrawals – delivery & support staff
Wed, Nov 27th 2024 09:30 am – 12:30 pm (UTC+00:00 / GMT)
This course is for delegates who recognise their need to develop and improve this component of their apprenticeship delivery. Attendees should be able to better understand influences and indicators of performance in relation to withdrawals.
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Enhancing teaching and training skills – delivery staff
Thu, Nov 28th 2024 09:30 am – 12:30 pm (UTC+00:00 / GMT)
This course is designed for delegates who feel this component of their apprenticeship delivery is strong, but would like to explore effective practice to develop it further. This session will build on your current practice and provide longer term areas for continuous improvement. Explore how to enhance teaching and training skills to contribute directly to retention, satisfaction and success of apprentices during their programme.
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The AWD programme is delivered by the Education and Training Foundation in partnership with the Association of Colleges (AoC), Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP), Strategic Development Network (SDN) and ourselves, University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC).
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There is still time to take part in UVAC's latest Sector Survey & share your views on key apprenticeship topics, such as Labour’s proposed Growth & Skills Levy and new funding restrictions for Level 7 training
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/THKB2RH
After a very successful National Conference, UVAC’s CEX Dr Mandy Crawford-Lee reflects on the day -
https://uvac.ac.uk/reflections-on-uvacs-2024-national-conference/
Looking forward to meeting delegates at the 2024 @UVAC1 National Conference today! Join Ben Blackledge, CEO, WorldSkills UK, for his keynote on 'World-Class Institutions Delivering World-Class Skills' this afternoon. Don't miss the WorldSkills UK stand! #UVAC2024