Six things we learnt at the AoC Conference
There was a lot to take in at this year’s AoC Conference so we’ve consolidated the thoughts of our team from across the conference sessions for you.
Suite of Independent Living Qualifications
After several years of running two sets of Entry level qualifications in parallel, we are now withdrawing the older set from July 2019. Our newer Personal and Social Skills and Skills for Independent Living qualifications will provide suitable replacements in most cases.
Apprenticeships for Levy Paying Colleges
Reinvest your levy through staff training and development
Results Entry Made Easy
Step-by-step guidance on our new Direct Entry Results process
Blended Learning in Access to HE Webinar
ESOL Update Webinar
Functional Skills in 2019 and beyond
Gateway Qualifications has taken the decision not to offer the new Functional Skills qualifications and to withdraw its ICT Functional Skills qualification offer at the same time.
New guidance on Prevent duty in work based learning
DfE guidance to support providers on the safeguarding agenda specifically for their work based learners.
Devolvement of Adult Education Funding
The devolvement of adult education funding to combined authorities seems to be picking up pace in some areas, yet many questions remain unanswered.