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We are pleased to announce that further education has been recognised today with a fresh set of New Year Honours. Among those commended are two Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education board members, Robin Millar and Bev Robinson, along with Bhavena Patel a senior relationship manager at IFATE. There are many others across the world of further education who have also been recognised for their contribution in a variety of...Read More

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be...Read More

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be...Read More

A consultation has been launched on important plans to improve how qualifications tie-in with apprenticeships. Many existing apprenticeships include the requirement to study and achieve particular qualifications. These are typically referred to as ‘mandatory qualifications’. This arrangement can be good for apprentices – supporting them to achieve occupational licences and other certifications that businesses consider important. However, the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IFATE) accepts that the qualifications and...Read More