Parents who are anxious about the future employment prospects of their teenage and twenty-something children can join a special event at The Bedford College Group.
During National Apprenticeship Week 2023, on Thursday, February 9, at Bedford College in Cauldwell Street, a seminar is being held from 5pm-8pm.
Local and national employers, and agencies involved in apprenticeships will be there to showcase many opportunities, and there will be advice and guidance on how exactly today’s apprenticeship schemes work.
These can range from 16-year-olds going straight from school into work, or Advanced Apprenticeships for those who are older and may have completed further or higher education.
Vacancies advertised recently by The Bedford College Group include jobs in technology, engineering, vision and robots, landscaping, customer service, payroll and compliance.
Gina Bubbins, Director of Business Development says: “We know what employers are looking for and the best way to find a good fit for young people offering access to some great companies and career opportunities.
“Come along and find out what the options are instead of just opting for university without hearing about ‘earn while you learn’ options.”
Sign up to find out more:
https://bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/about/events/national-apprenticeship-week-parents-information-event-bedford-thursday-9-february-2023/
Meanwhile, in the lead up to National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) on February 6-12, The Bedford College Group is celebrating being short-listed for an award in the FE Week and AELP Awards.
The team are finalists in the Apprenticeship Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Provider Recognition Award and will be joining a celebratory reception at the Houses of Parliament on Monday, February 6, to coincide with NAW.
There will be a National Awards Gala dinner at the ICC in Birmingham on March 14, alongside the Annual Apprenticeship Conference at the same venue on March 13 and 14.
Executive Director of Apprenticeships and Business Development, Debbie Houghton said: “The Bedford College Group is the premier provider of the widest range of apprenticeships across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire.
This award celebrates the success of the college in championing diversity and inclusion for apprentices and employers. We work closely with employers large and small, and major local organisations to increase the opportunities for young people.”
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