Early Childhood Workforce Connector’s Post

Can you run a high-quality apprenticeship program using only spreadsheets? Absolutely. But an expanding range of technology options offer promise for improving efficiency, strengthening communication, facilitating collaboration, bolstering institutional memory, and reducing the burden of reporting requirements. H/T to Madeleine Greene and Kelly Vedi, MPP, PMP for all of their great work on this piece. Looking forward to further exploring how we can be more intentional and creative about leveraging technology to strengthen and expand apprenticeship.

Technology offers promising solutions to managing the complex logistics of #YouthApprenticeship programs—many of which are rapidly expanding. 🎯 But how can organizations adopt the #tech they need with small budgets and specialized needs? Our 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 team compiled data from their national network of 70+ #PAYA partners to learn how to identify and leverage the right tools for scaling #apprenticeship opportunities across communities. And today, you're invited to explore their findings. Access our latest brief for analysis of how program leaders determined their most strategic investments, and for recommendations on where others in the field should start their search. 💼 https://lnkd.in/eC7F6mAG

Ten years ago, I had no business in workforce development. I fully believed I'd be in New York at Cosmo, building personality quizzes and talking about leather jackets (who knows, there's still time). But I ran face-first into the world of workforce development 6-7 years ago, and I haven't been able to think of anything else since. In marketing/advertising, I often saw so much information left on the table and many employer-nonprofit-educator partnerships with untapped potential or go unexplored. So, I did what anyone would do: I commissioned my own research to find out what was happening and built my own tool to solve the issues I hated seeing so often. My goal is to build, talk about, and perpetuate high-fidelity workforce pipelines that meet the needs of high-stakes industries ASAP. If that's your goal, too, we should chat. Enjoy!!

To build an inclusive #infrastructure workforce, NSC calls for investing in pre-apprenticeship and #apprenticeship programs, #postsecondary training programs, and economic supports like child care and transportation. View voters' support for expanding these investments in our new public opinion research: https://lnkd.in/e2KEMSCM

Development is the key!

We recently concluded a study of 100 employers across the US to ask them, "So, what do you think of the state of workforce development?" and we got some pretty juicy responses. Quick data hit: 58% of employers think it's "very likely" they'll engage with an education or nonprofit partner in the next two years to build out their local workforce. Follow this link to download our free report that includes a tool to help you build the infrastructure for a well-rounded and employer-backed workforce development program that's ready for launch: https://lnkd.in/gsCQN958 #workforcedevelopment #apprenticeships #workexperience

Nurture Potential, Anytime: Early Years Apprenticeships with Lifetime 🗝️🌹 Does your amazing team want to blossom their skills and soar in early years education, but traditional apprenticeship schedules clip their wings? Lifetime offers the key to unlock their potential! Our early years apprenticeships feature a revolutionary roll-on, roll-off enrolment model, empowering your staff to begin their qualifications whenever they feel ready. Why is enrolling anytime so beneficial? 🌟 • Seize the Spark: Capture staff enthusiasm when it's glowing brightly! Don't let their excitement fade by waiting for a cohort start date. • Embrace Individual Journeys: Respect your team's unique paths. Some might be ready to blossom now, while others need time to find their rhythm. • Minimize Disruption: Maintain a nurturing environment. Onboard new staff and get them started on their path to qualification without creating scheduling headaches. Plus, you still enjoy all the original benefits: 💰 • Fast-Track Development: Skip the wait! Roll-on, roll-off enrolment means faster upskilling and a more confident workforce, ready to shine. • Optimised Costs: Staff train at their own pace, allowing you to maximise government funding and manage training costs effectively. Invest in your team's future, today! Lifetime combines on-the-job experience with online learning, fostering well-rounded educators dedicated to nurturing young minds. Benefits for Your Nursery: 🏫 • Reduced Staff Turnover: Show your commitment to professional development and keep your talented staff feeling valued and engaged. • Enhanced Expertise: Equip your team with the latest knowledge and skills for outstanding child outcomes. • Streamlined Process: Focus on what matters most - running your nursery. Our flexible model simplifies enrolment and administration. Unlock your team's full potential, anytime! Contact me today on [email protected] to learn more and watch them thrive. P.S. Share this post with fellow nursery managers and help them empower their teams to flourish too! 🚀❤️ Paul Ferguson ┃ Michele Bowler #EarlyYears #Apprenticeship #StartAnytime #LifetimeTraining #GrowTogether #NeverStopLearning #EmpowerYourTeam #FlexibleTraining

Career Development Professional 6 apprenticeship 'retirement' proposal UPDATE A positive meeting was held with IfATE yesterday regarding the future of the CDP 6. It seems that IfATE miscommunicated their intentions and thankfully are looking at completing a comprehensive review of the Standard instead of its 'retirement'. This has been raised due to concern over completion rates to this point. The meeting raised a number of considerations and views and as a result the Trailblazer group is being brought together to complete the review by the deadline date of March 2025. Myself and a number of other attendees at the meeting have offered to join the group. For providers it will be in an advisory capacity. The review which has been requested anyway since 2023 will be comprehensive and allow for reasoned development. Please share your views through all channels and lets ensure that this quality learning and progression opportunity continues and leads to increased uptake in years to come. Thanks. Ian AC Training Roddy Christie Claire McKelvie @helenbirchall Tony Lloyd @paulworkman #careerdevelopment #careers #CDI #CareersEngland #Schools #apprenticeships #employability #careersguidance #careersleaders #universities #colleges #studentservices #headteachers #careerspractitioners #careerdevelopmentprofessional #nhscareers #HRprofessionals #learninganddevelopment #trailblazergroups #careerstrailblazergroup

It's #NationalApprenticeshipWeek and today we're taking a deep dive into our past year's impact and our plans for the next year: https://lnkd.in/eRd5MQ5u

We're kicking off #NAW2024 by talking about upskilling. Here's 6 ways Upskilling can help your business: https://lnkd.in/dzcVW5s6 #nationalapprenticeshipweek #SkillsForLife #apprenticeship