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As a charity and leader in vocational and technical learning, we want to drive change in the sector.
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Top tips for achieving Functional Skills success
John Bunyan, Product Manager at NCFE, discusses how to set learners on the right path, why we need to make Functional Skills relatable and tailored to different learning styles, and the importance of encouragement and reflection to improve results.
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NCFE shortlisted in two categories at inaugural Quality Professional Awards
NCFE has been recognised in two categories at the upcoming Quality Professional Awards, celebrating excellence and innovation in the field of quality management in education and employment services.
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Research project launched to improve early years apprentice success rates with 'real-world' functional skills
NCFE has embarked on a groundbreaking research initiative to support early years apprentices in achieving their maths Functional Skills qualification (FSQ).
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Inspiring list of finalists announced for upcoming national education awards
NCFE has announced its shortlist of finalists across six categories for its upcoming Aspiration Awards, which honours the success of learners, apprentices, educators, support staff and educational organisations across the UK.
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NCFE becomes first large-scale awarding organisation to regulate new Care Certificate
Developed by Skills for Care and aimed at those entering the social care sector without a qualification, the Level 2 qualification is set to launch this year with an initial 37,000 funded places following £53.91m from the DHSC.
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Report marks two years of unique assessment innovation fund
The new report explores the social impact of the Assessment Innovation Fund (AIF), following its £1 million commitment to supporting a range of organisations investigating new and innovative assessment methods.
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NCFE's dedication to apprenticeship excellence recognised at inaugural Apprenticeship Guide Awards
Educational charity and end-point assessment organisation NCFE has been recognised at the inaugural Apprenticeship Guide Awards, being listed as a finalist in two categories including Best Apprenticeship in Healthcare.
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NCFE and RCNi join forces to support learners ahead of their journey into the nursing workforce
The partnership will see the provision of additional learning resources for students who are studying T Levels in Health, Healthcare Science, and Science, empowering them ahead of their journey into the nursing workforce.
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