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Ofsted - Inspection Experiences

DATE: Tuesday 12th May 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00

TOPIC: Ofsted - Inspection Experiences

CONTENT:

This is the 2nd UVAC Ofsted Experiences session, 3 months on from our last and we will be showcasing the latest direct experiences of members with a full inspection and a first monitoring visit.’ This is the next step in our Ofsted Learning Journey between now and the end of this academic year and we expect to learn more about both the process and preparation and how the updated framework is applied to new and experienced providers. UVAC login required for registration.

Effective Module Design - LLE and Apprenticeships - Practitioner CPD

DATE: Thursday 14th May 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00

TOPIC: Effective Module Design - LLE and Apprenticeships

CONTENT:

This session explores how to identify and design modules with high impact and value to learners and employers, eligible for funding through the Lifelong Learning Entitlement and the Apprenticeship Growth and Skills Levy, and as part of a commercial offer. This practical session will provide guidance and a framework for taking the first or early steps into these new opportunities. UVAC login required for registration.

UVAC CMDA Network

DATE: Tuesday 19th May 2026 | 10:00 - 12:00

TOPIC: Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship Network

CONTENT:

The CMDA DAKN currently is made up of UVAC members/practitioners from 19 different Higher Education Institutions who are passionate about the quality, development, and impact of the CMDA for learners, employers, and wider skills agenda. The CMDA continues to be supported and developed by UVAC members at both the Open University, Nottingham Trent University and University of Central Lancashire and facilitated by the support of a UVAC Associate. More recent work has seen the knowledge network undertake sharing of best practice, research and currently working on the collation of impact of the CMDA across the Institutions in support of the review of the CMDA occupational standard. UVAC login required for registration

UVAC NHSE: Quality in Nursing Apprenticeships Network

DATE: Wednesday 27th May 2026 | 13:00 - 15:00

TOPIC: Quality in Nursing Apprenticeships Network

CONTENT:

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATES Following on from previous collaborative networks between UVAC and NHSE 2026 dates are now live for registration on-line. These will build on previous discussions to support and facilitate discussion across the sector around sharing of good practice, challenges and enhancements/developments. These will include live guest speakers and alignment to Ofsted, OfS and NMC and other regulatory bodies and requirements. Please note that this is a sequence of Networks so please sign up to all dates. UVAC login required for registration

Working with Employers to establish Modular Delivery

DATE: Wednesday 27th May 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00

TOPIC: Working with Employers to establish Modular Delivery

CONTENT:

This session is for curriculum leads, business development teams, strategy teams and apprenticeship staff involved in taking the Growth & Skills Levy forward. This practical session will explore how the Levy modules work as part of a package for employers, but also how the lessons here can be used in sectors not yet eligible for Levy funding alongside other module opportunities. We will outline a blueprint for employer consultation and a framework for identifying priorities and quick wins as part of a planned approach to module implementation. UVAC login required for registration.

UVAC Quality Network

DATE: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 | 10:00 - 12:00

TOPIC: UVAC Quality Network

CONTENT:

The quality network has more recently been developed to broaden the focus of the network supported by UVAC members, practitioners, and external stakeholders. The network provides a facilitated platform and safe space to share good practice, discuss and explore the challenges and barriers to quality assurance of apprenticeship provision across the current apprenticeship and skills landscape. The network will focus on the apprenticeship journey and what this involves and development of a network blueprint. Our Quality network is support by other experienced HE consultants, external Stakeholders, partners and UVAC members. UVAC login required for registration

UVAC NHSE: Quality in Allied Health Apprenticeship Network

DATE: Tuesday 9th June 2026 | 13:00 - 15:00

TOPIC: Quality in Allied Health Apprenticeship Network

CONTENT:

Following on from previous collaborative networks between UVAC and NHSE 2026 dates are now live for registration on-line. These will build on previous discussions to support and facilitate discussion across the sector around sharing of good practice, challenges and enhancements/developments. These networks will include live guest speakers and alignment to HCPC, Ofsted, OfS and other regulatory bodies and requirements. Please note this is a sequence of Networks, therefore, please register for each date. UVAC login required for registration

Adult Social Care Network

DATE: Tuesday 9th June 2026 | 10:00 - 12:00

TOPIC: Adult Social Care

CONTENT:

The new Adult Social Care Network from UVAC brings together Higher Education Institutions, Independent Training Providers, Further Education providers, employers, sector bodies and regulators to strengthen collaboration, professional development and workforce capability across the Adult Social Care sector. Led by Nigel Taylor and Dr Nicky Westwood, the network will provide a national platform to shape high-level skills, support progression pathways, share best practice and address the evolving challenges facing Adult Social Care. UVAC login required for registration.

Effective Module Design - LLE and Apprenticeships- Practitioner CPD

DATE: Tuesday 16th June 2026 | 9:30 - 11:00

TOPIC: Effective Module Design - LLE and Apprenticeships

CONTENT:

Ofsted - New Framework - 6 Months On

DATE: Thursday 23rd July 2026 | 9:30 - 11:30

TOPIC: Ofsted - New Framework - 6 Months On

CONTENT:

This session, run with Ofsted, will update members on progress with implementing the new Framework as we reach the end of the first 6 months of Inspections. This session will focus on lessons and learning as a core topic but will include a section for Q and A with Ofsted, and where possible latest inspection feedback from member organisations. UVAC login required for registration.

Apprenticeship Funding Rules -Final 2026/2027

DATE: Wednesday 5th August 2026 | 9:30 - 11:30

TOPIC: Apprenticeship Funding Rules

CONTENT:

This session will explore any final changes to the 2026 Funding Rules, The Growth and Skills Levy Rules and any other changes at of the start of the new academic funding year rules. UVAC login required for registration.

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