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Five ways to engage with T Levels as an employer or industry expert

From qualification validation to hosting industry placements, find out how you can get involved to ensure that T Levels meet the needs of industry.

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Building the future: How T Levels could change the face of construction

The new technical qualifications will be crucial to developing construction’s next generation but they will need employing organisation input to succeed.

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Making the case for investment in training to drive business outcomes

Why should businesses prioritise skills development? A new report from City & Guilds considers the benefits of high-quality training for organisations looking for a competitive advantage and ways to grow.

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City & Guilds launches partnership with The Green Edge

We are excited to announce a new collaboration with sustainable business analysts, The Green Edge, to produce a bespoke podcast series, designed to help us respond to the latest developments in green skills markets

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Empowering Electricians for a Sustainable Future: Driving Change Together on EV World Day

As the world accelerates towards a sustainable future, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a powerful solution to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.

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Improving apprenticeship completions: Secure success from start to finish

How can providers help reduce apprentice dropout rates? In a new guide, City & Guilds highlights common challenges and solutions, with tips to support apprentices from onboarding to EPA.

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Results day 2023

Congratulations to all learners receiving their City & Guilds qualifications today! We wish you every luck in the future.

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53 Princess Royal Training Awards across UK and Ireland for achieving positive impact through skills development

Now in its eighth year, The Princess Royal Training Awards continue to honour organisations showing exceptional commitment to learning and development. Among this year’s 53 award-winning recipients, are a mix of small not-for-profit organisations and large multinationals, each showcasing a refreshing display of diverse and innovative approaches to learning and development.

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City & Guilds have issued more than 500,000 digital credentials!

Celebrating a key milestone on our journey to digital certification.

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New report says energy sector upskilling crisis is damaging UK's chances to hit net zero goals

It has never been more critical for the UK to move towards greener sources of energy production and our efforts must be bold if we are to meet our commitments in the race against climate change. Yet many UK energy workers don’t believe the sector is adequately prepared for a green future.

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How to create a workplace learning culture that drives growth

Discover how learning and development professionals are putting their teams in the driving seat to establish a learning culture that leads to growth

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Jay Blades MBE appointed as Vice President of City & Guilds

City & Guilds has appointed award winning TV presenter, and one of the UK’s most well-known craftspeople, Jay Blades MBE, to the role of Vice President.

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South Bank Colleges – Functional Skills Maths Success for ESOL Learners

South Bank Colleges have undertaken an innovative project to develop the wider skills and aspirations of ESOL learners.

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