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Skills for Life Network E-News Update March 2022
March 16th 2022
Check out the Skills for Life Network E-News Update March 2022 for a round up of what’s new and what’s happening in maths, English, ESOL and digital skills in the FE and Training s … Read more

Review of post-16 qualifications at level 2 and below Â
March 3rd 2022
Following a call for evidence on the review of post-16 qualifications, the DfE is now seeking views on its proposals to reform post-16 qualifications at level 1, level 2 and entry … Read more

Newcastle School of Education Open Event
March 2nd 2022
Thinking about a career in teaching? Come along to the Newcastle School of Education Open Event on Wednesday 6 April 5pm-7pm.

#FEtapestry newsletter March 2022
March 2nd 2022
Check out the #FEtapestry newsletter March 2022 for the latest practitioner-created content and practitioner-led events.

Tenders Update March 2022
March 2nd 2022
Take a look at our Tenders Update March 2022 for an overview of the latest opportunities open to providers of services to the Essential Skills sector.

APs during COVID: thriving or surviving?
March 1st 2022
APs during Covid: this new research report explores how the pandemic affected the ways in which Advanced Practitioners were working, and in particular whether they were ‘thriving o … Read more

English and maths GCSEs needed for student loans
February 24th 2022
Students would need English and maths GCSEs, or two A-levels at grade E, to enable them to access student loans in England under new plans.

Discover #APConnect Northstar
February 16th 2022
Find out what’s been happening on the #APConnect Northstar Train the Trainers in Advanced Practice professional development pathway for experienced Advanced Practitioners.

Skills for Life Network E-News Update February 2022
February 10th 2022
Check out the Skills for Life Network E-News Update February 2022 for a round up of the latest news, resources, courses and career opportunities.

Exams in 2022 – everything you need to know
February 7th 2022
The Department for Education has now updated its guidelines on exams in 2022, including information on contingency plans.