Tag: training
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Government’s skills report signals reform for construction training
A new white paper on post-16 education and skills has laid bare the scale of the workforce challenge facing sectors such as construction. The Post-16 Education and Skills report flags the urgent need for an overhaul of training, recruitment and employer engagement, including the introduction of a new vocational pathway at level 3. According to…
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Thames Water opens new apprenticeship training hub
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Thames Water has partnered with Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT) to open a new apprenticeship training facility. The Thames Water Engineering Room will support practical skills essential for engineering careers in the water sector. The newly launched facility will provide hands-on training for the 100 Thames Water apprentices currently studying at the college. Tess Fayers, waste…
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U.S. Department of Labor Awards $86 Million to Expand Workforce Training in 14 States
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded more than $86 million in Industry-Driven Skills Training Fund grants to 14 states to support workforce development and strengthen domestic manufacturing and shipbuilding. Administered by the department’s Employment and Training Administration, the grants will provide outcome-based reimbursements to employers that offer training for new and existing workers in…
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West Midlands mayor commits £75m to boost construction skills
West Midlands mayor Richard Parker has announced a £75 million construction skills package to train more than 12,000 people over the next three years. The funding aims to support people into work, as well as upskilling the current workforce, with a focus on skills in areas such as bricklaying, engineering, design, plastering and painting. Funding…
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Improving learning accessibility in the CIOB Academy
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The CIOB Academy is evolving its efforts to support professional development and career progression. Since our formation in 2016, the CIOB Academy’s approach has been to create inclusive educational pathways for individuals across the built environment, supporting them to fulfil their potential. Recognising that people learn in different ways, if we want the sector to…
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Construction training provider opens new skills hub
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The Skills Centre has opened a new facility in Essex to deliver construction training and boost employment in the area. The centre will provide a hub for local people to gain construction skills and qualifications, while also supporting employers to source a pipeline of site-ready talent. A range of courses and apprenticeships are available, including…
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Danfoss Launches New North America Tour for Training Unit
Danfoss, a global leader in sustainable refrigeration solutions, today announced the return of its Mobile Training Unit (MTU) to North America in 2025. The MTU provides hands-on training in trans critical sustainable refrigeration systems, helping original equipment manufacturers (OEM), contractors, and retailers achieve their sustainability goals and meet regulatory requirements. Equipped with live systems and…
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Asphalt Contractor’s Industry Training Guide 2025-2026
Effective training is one of the strongest drivers of new employee retention. At the same time, keeping veteran team members up to date with the latest tools, technologies, and best practices boosts both job satisfaction and overall performance. With more online and remote options available today, companies can provide education at lower costs while still…
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DriSteem Hosts Intermediate Sales Training for North American Representatives
DriSteem, a Madison Air company and leading manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment solutions, recently hosted its Intermediate Sales Training program at the DriSteem Training Center in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, welcoming representatives from across North America. This program reflects DriSteem’s ongoing commitment to developing its sales network through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Designed…
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DriSteem Hosts Intermediate Sales Training for North American Representatives
DriSteem, a Madison Air company and leading manufacturer of humidification, evaporative cooling, and water treatment solutions, recently hosted its Intermediate Sales Training program at the DriSteem Training Center in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, welcoming representatives from across North America. This program reflects DriSteem’s ongoing commitment to developing its sales network through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences. Designed…