Archive / September
People want work 'to change'
In general, women are not happy with the way work fits in to their daily lives, research has shown.
Work experience a "brilliant way to refresh your CV"
Volunteer work could help unemployed people to get back on the career ladder, an expert suggests.
Looking for a new job 'can't hurt'
Expert suggests that it is OK for workers to explore the possibility of switching jobs.
Universities band together to ease degree access
Learning institutions introduce new application process.
Ofsted: Most adult learning providers make big impact
Ofsted praises local learning initiatives as "highly effective".
Learning skills increases personal empowerment, says expert
Courses can help individuals "take control" in uncertain times.
Accountancy skills stay hot as economy cools
Despite the gloomy financial outlook, those who study accountancy will have "plenty of options" in job market, says expert.
Colleges 'must consult students' over courses
FEI rules will grant scholars and employers a say on course development.
Banish the September blues with new skills, says LSC
Starting a new course can 'lift sprits and improve confidence' after gloomy summer.
‘Girls’ programme secures government funding
New backing for scheme that promotes girls' technology skills and careers.
Government programmes 'support disabled jobseekers'
Pathways to Work, Flexible New Deal praised for "ambitious" employment targets.
MoD launches multi-million 'submarine skills' programme
Government deal aims to provide facilities and expertise to support submarine fleet.
Let councils tackle skills shortage
Local authorities should be given more funding and control in order to simplify access to training and improve the national skills base, a new report from the New Local Government Network (NLGN) has said.
Learning and Skills Council in EMA payments pledge
All eligible students that have applied for an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) and who may have experienced a delay in the processing of their claim,will receive all the payments they are entitled to, the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) has said.
1 in 5 feel they chose wrong career
Around 20 per cent of UK workers feel they chose the wrong career path, while another quarter are unsure about their choice of occupation, an international survey has found.
Good school worth an extra £50,000, survey finds
Many parents willing to pay extra for a home if it gives children a chance of getting a good education.
Many routes to law career, says expert
Many options available for those looking to enter law, notes professional body.
LSC implements emergency support for EMA students
Body promises 'urgent' action after making additional support funds available to colleges.
Britain 'outperforms US and Europe on tackling wage discrimination'
Poll finds women less likely to suffer salary inequalities in UK - but more work needed on equality.
Minister unveils construction industry skills package
More apprenticeships and job-matching schemes among proposals to support construction skills.