Tag: training
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Government cuts higher level apprenticeship funding
The UK government has announced plans to “refocus” funding away from Level 7 (masters level) apprenticeships from January 2026. From next year, only existing apprentices or those aged 16-21 will be eligible for levy-funded training. According to the government, the new measures will allow levy funding to be “rebalanced towards training at lower levels, where…
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Construction employers claim nearly £130m in CITB grants
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has released the year-end figures for its Grants Scheme, which provides support for construction employers and learners. During the 2024-25 financial year, CITB allocated nearly £130 million in grant support. Of this funding, £71.4 million was provided through various apprenticeship grants, supporting more than 30,000 learners and 10,000 employers,…
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CITB praises Employer Networks initiative as ‘hugely successful’
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has quadrupled the number of learners supported through its Employer Networks initiative, according to its year-end figures. Employer Networks are funded by CITB and offer bespoke training and financial support for employers. They also give employers a direct channel to communicate their training needs and advise on how funding should be…
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Griffin Electric rolls out annual Apprenticeship Training Program
Wayne J. Griffin Electric (Griffin Electric) recently held its annual Apprentice Competition for the hundreds of students enrolled in its in-house Apprenticeship Training Program. Taking place at its Holliston, Massachusetts headquarters and each of regional office in Alabama, Georgia and North Carolina, apprentices worked in small teams and competed against one another across a series…
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Skills initiative steers prison leavers into construction jobs
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Dan Edwards, director of Constructed Pathways, said: “Individuals nearing release may not be the first group of people that employers consider when facing a labour shortage. But by working in partnership with the prison, we are able to ensure that we’re working with people who want to turn their lives around, work hard in their…
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Job spotlight: construction graduate trainee, Bellway
Daniella Benjamin is forging a career in construction as part of u003ca href=u0022https://www.bellway.co.uk/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eBellwayu003c/au003e’s graduate programme. After taking a year out of her architecture degree course to have her son, the young mum is no stranger to balancing the demands of work and home life [My advice to others is] it’s okay to ask…
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HS2 contractor welcomes 500th apprentice – Construction Management
u003ca href=u0022https://balfourbeattyvinci.co.uku0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eBalfour Beatty Vinciu003c/au003e (BBV), u003ca href=u0022https://www.hs2.org.uku0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eHS2u003c/au003e’s construction partner for the West Midlands, is celebrating an apprenticeship milestone. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Build Your Future: The Power of Certified Construction Training
The construction industry is booming, offering numerous opportunities for individuals seeking a stable and rewarding career. However, with increasing competition and technological advancements, having the right skills is more important than ever. This is where a certified construction training program can make all the difference. Whether new to the industry or looking to advance your…
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Join National Ladder Safety Month with Free Online Training
They’re too big to fit in a toolbox, but ladders are still among the most common tools used by any tradesman. And, just like other tools, the safe usage of ladders is paramount to a successful day at a work—and returning home at the end of the day in one piece. The American Ladder Institute…
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Sheet metal groups roll out bias training
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Leaders in the sheet metal industry are offering training on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and they believe it’s helping to educate and improve the workplace as individuals learn about their implicit biases. The Sheet Metal and…