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The Government is proposing to remove levy funding of Level 7 apprenticeships, which currently provide significant opportunity and growth within this country. Our Level 7 Apprenticeship funding impact report demonstrates the unintended consequences of such a decision and the impact it will have on both learners and the businesses which support many priority sectors 🔊 Download the full report here: https://bit.ly/3B8E9C4 #apprenticeships #professionaldevelopment #skillstraining #level7apprenticeships #accounting #accountingindustry

Small businesses are the backbone of the British economy and many take students straight out of High School to develop them into Chartered Accountants. There is currently a shortage of Accountants and a huge focus on putting money into disadvantaged areas to help provide more opportunities to working class students. Abolishing the Level 7 apprenticeship levy will remove all the positive progress made to drive the much needed change in the way education and places of work co-exist. Firms are desperate for employees and students are desperate for work with learning opportunities. Removing the levy will lead to a huge reduction in apprenticeship places, as firms simply won’t be able to afford the training and salaries necessary. This is despite the fact that investing in apprentices is beneficial in the long-run for businesses, as they then have qualified professionals who understand the standards required and culture of the workplace ready to apply for roles with more responsibility internally. From a financial point of view, the government will have to fork out even more money in student loans-as those who would’ve done apprenticeships will have no choice but to go to university. They likely won’t be earning enough to pay tax on wages received from part-time jobs whilst studying and will probably end up working in a job that doesn’t require them to have a degree anyway (whilst lacking the skills and experience to do the job they end up in). Removing the levy makes no sense any way you dress it up and will do huge damage to the future of Accountancy and other industries. It would cause most damage to the career prospects of working class students from disadvantaged communities. We’ve got to make sure the levy remains in place. #apprenticeships #level7apprenticeships #accounting

I have always felt privileged to work in a sector where I see people achieve their career goals, overcome challenges and celebrate what is a monumental effort to gain a professional qualification/higher level apprenticeship. By using apprenticeships, more individuals have had access to gaining career development opportunities. They have benefited from the support an apprenticeship provides and smaller employers have benefited from being able to provide this development for their staff. There is a constant narrative that the UK has a skills gap in many areas, so why take away funding that addresses this on so many levels? Kaplan UK's impact report based on a survey of over 1400 L7 apprentices and employers shows why Level 7 should be retained and the damage from not doing so: https://lnkd.in/eZWRcaRW

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Halesowen College are featured in the latest edition of BBP Media's #midlands digital title promoting how there has been no better time for apprenticeships and how employers can partner with them to help address the skills gap, including the many benefits. Read the full article below 👇 and see the link the the edition here where you will find it in our #education section on page 17:- https://lnkd.in/ebZ6Gd2R #apprenticeships #employers #skillsgap

Hiring apprentices can be highly beneficial for many employers. From filling skill gaps to capitalising on subsidies and contributing to business growth, the advantages are numerous. It's important to stay informed about potential changes to apprenticeships under the new Labour Government and understand how these could impact your business. Read our blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gQaFcJy6 #apprenticeships #smes #businesses

The popularity of the apprenticeship model has grown exponentially in the past decade. The number of active registered apprentices across the country has increased by more than 60% since 2011 and now sits at nearly 670,000. Across the last decade, cohorts of new apprentices are increasing at an average annual rate of 8%. While new federal investments have increased, much of the most impactful action around apprenticeships has occurred at the state level. #apprenticeship #apprenticeshipprogram #apprenticeships #workforcedevelopment #workforcesolutions #apprenticeshipprograms Article by Real Clear Education

Labour unveiled an ambitious plan to transform education in England, with a strong focus on secondary education and apprenticeships. This strategy aims to tackle longstanding challenges and reshape educational opportunities for young people nationwide. 🔗 To find out more about these plans, take a read of our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4eendbT #labourgovernment #ukeducation #apprenticeships #educationreform

Hiring apprentices can be highly beneficial for many employers. From filling skill gaps to capitalising on subsidies and contributing to business growth, the advantages are numerous. It's important to stay informed about potential changes to apprenticeships under the new Labour Government and understand how these could impact your business. Read our blog to learn more: https://buff.ly/3W6UaPt #bristolhr #apprentice #apprenticeships

Three quarters of a million people were undertaking an apprenticeship in England in 2023... Check out our latest guide to discover the key benefits and important considerations under the new Labour Government... #HRAdvice #Apprenticeships #HiringApprentices