Back in September, Boris Johnson announced that the Government were going to offer a ‘Lifetime Skills Guarantee’. This is a new ‘education system’ to get the people of Britain training and re-training. Whilst a similar offer has previously stood for learners up to the age of 23, as of April, it will be to adults […]
Whilst the education system within the UK is generally quite good, across the country there needs to be a more consistent approach to higher and further education courses. Allowing students to access a course that is right for them; rather than having to choose the best of a ‘bad bunch’. Over two decades ago, the […]
So the time has come where you are considering setting up your own training company; congratulations by the way! With over 20 years of experience, the team at Brooks and Kirk are here to help you achieve your big dream. Here is a brief guide that we have put together to help you decide whether […]
If you are considering a career in teaching, the Level 3 Award in Education and Training is the course that you will probably see cropping up the most whilst carrying out your research. It is a fantastic course and a great introduction into further education teacher training, but would the Level 4 Certificate in Education […]
Self-directed learning is where an individual takes responsibility for their own learning, and doesn’t follow a structured approach as set out in a traditional learning environment. The process of self-directed learning is split into the following: Assessing the needs and readiness for learning Identifying learning goals Engaging in the learning process Self evaluation This self-directed […]
Are you looking to become an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to help ensure assessment is consistent, fair and accurate for all learners? With salaries reaching around £35,000 there is a lot of competition when applying for an IQA role. Let’s have a look at the qualifications you can take to get you on the right […]
At the beginning of lockdown we saw a huge increase in the uptake of people wanting to study online courses. There has been a large shift in approaches to learning and development in general; with all face-to-face training being cancelled, and moving onto virtual channels. The education and training sectors have had to adapt quickly […]
Mental health in the workplace is a topic that is being talked about more and more at the moment. Awareness has generally improved and people are starting to realise the impact of stress within their jobs. Good mental health is extremely important so that we can lead the best life possible. It allows us to […]
Being an Assessor is not always an easy role. With there being so many different types of learner, it can be challenging to create an assessment plan to meet everyone’s needs. Some people learn best using visual stimulation, others learn best by listening. If you have a learner with a visual impairment, you need to […]
These past few months have certainly been challenging times for us all, particularly within the education sector. Many people within Further Education (FE) have had their work disrupted, and as GCSE and A Level results have just come out we thought it would be a great time to address this topic. The ‘new normal’ certainly […]