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What does off the job training really mean and how can you manage it?
But Off-the-job training, often referred to as OTJ, is one of the most misunderstood aspects of apprenticeships. It is n...
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The BIG Apprenticeship Survey Report
If there is one finding in The BIG Apprentice Survey Report 2026 that employers cannot afford to ignore, it is this: lin...
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Real life, real issues: The Hidden Threat to Apprenticeship Success
But Off-the-job training, often referred to as OTJ, is one of the most misunderstood aspects of apprenticeships. It is n...
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Why degree apprenticeships are so important
Choosing the right apprenticeship provider is a strategic decision for schools and trusts investing apprenticeship levy...
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National apprenticeship week: what’s coming up from captiva
Choosing the right apprenticeship provider is a strategic decision for schools and trusts investing apprenticeship levy...
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The changing apprenticeship landscape: what employers need to know
Over the last 12 months, the apprenticeship landscape has continued to evolve. While the core principles remain, expecta...
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Why youth work needs apprenticeships now more than ever
Youth work has faced sustained pressure in recent years. Significant funding reductions have hollowed out services, and...
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Using the apprenticeship levy to build a first class careers service
But Off-the-job training, often referred to as OTJ, is one of the most misunderstood aspects of apprenticeships. It is n...
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Training the People Who Make Inclusion Work: Turning the DfE's SEND Investment into Classroom Impact
Choosing the right apprenticeship provider is a strategic decision for schools and trusts investing apprenticeship levy...
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Why Qualification Achievement Rates (QAR) Matter When Choosing an Apprenticeship Provider
Choosing the right apprenticeship provider is a strategic decision for schools and trusts investing apprenticeship levy...