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Be part of your learner’s success story with Skills Competition Wales
...you’re completely new to skills competitions or have been involved before, now is the perfect time to get engaged. Find out more: Skills Competition Wales World Skills UK Speak to...
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ACT acquires respected training arm of Acorn
...Group to increase the number of young apprentices, address skills shortages, develop higher-level skills and develop skills pathways. Andrew Cooksley, Chief Executive Officer at ACT said: “I am very excited...
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Why green skills are key to pushing Wales’ net zero goal forward
...environment, be able to create and explain sustainable business models, and critically analyse data that informs decision making. Find further details here. ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for Managers (Level 3)...
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Accountancy learners continue ACT’s Inspiring Skills success
In the wake of last year’s successful WorldSkills competitions, Wales is already gearing up to host the event’s national finals for the first time later this year. Skills Competition Wales...
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7 new qualifications for your 2026 training budget
...deliver practical, impactful qualifications for businesses of all sizes, equipping workforces with in-demand skills, addressing skills shortages, and supporting economic growth in Wales. In response to employer demand and emerging...
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Three brilliant reasons to upskill your workforce with Apprenticeships
...businesses and the wider economy in Wales. Apprenticeships are excellent for helping businesses grow as well as engaging employees and nurturing the skilled workforce needed for the future. Companies of...
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Duo goes above and beyond to win bronze
...pair progressing throughout the competition from local and regional levels. The competition began earlier this year with Skills Competition Wales, which is coordinated by the Inspiring Skills Excellence in Wales...
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Teaching assistant gains digital skills through apprenticeship
An ACT student has been awarded a coveted prize in recognition of her improving digital skills. Laura Riley, who undertook a Digital Learning Practitioners apprenticeship with the training provider, recently...
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Graduates vs apprentices the hard choice
...It indicated found that academic qualifications are losing out to practical skills, which, the report claimed: can deliver more tangible effects on a business. The research found SMEs splitting their...