New skills boost for UK life sciences sector
First MedTech qualifications built by regional skills experts to address employer need
We know that the policy activity and announcements on vocational education and training in England from the government is set to continue over the coming days, weeks and months.
First MedTech qualifications built by regional skills experts to address employer need
Today's report represents an important step towards preparing young people for successful and fulfilling futures.
Responding to the government’s Skills White Paper released on 20 October, Freya Thomas Monk, Managing Director of Pearson Qualifications, said:
“The Skills White Paper marks a shift in the system of vocational education for young people that will help tackle the UK’s widening skills gap in industries vital to economic growth.
The Curriculum and Assessment Review is a milestone for education and skills in the UK – and it’s just the start. As we turn recommendations into further action, we’ll keep working with students, teachers, partners and sector experts to drive manageable and truly impactful change.
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