Benefits
People are at the heart of every business,
their performance has a direct impact on productivity and
profitability. Effective learning can help people reach their
full potential and significantly increase businesses' ability to
compete successfully in the ever changing global market
place. Improved skills levels will enhance the competitive
position of UK manufacturing enabling the sector to move forward
and tackle new challenges.
All Skills
Academy
programmes are developed directly with employers, ensuring their
needs within the sector. The use of world-leading training
techniques also ensures the maximum return on investment and the
best solution for UK plc.
The benefits to employers
All our programmes incorporate advanced learning techniques that
are proven to improve understanding and retention. You can
therefore expect faster results within your business leading to a
greater sustained impact on both productivity and
profitability.
The benefits to individuals
Training programmes designed by us are designed to help you to
build a valuable portfolio of relevant skills which will be
recognised by any employer throughout your career. All our
programmes fit into career progression pathways enabling you to map
your exact requirements throughout your career. The use of
passports will also enable you to actively manage your skills and
progression routes.
The benefits to providers
Working within the Skills
Academy
network enables providers to discover first-hand what manufacturing
employers need and gives them the support to provide it. The
network facilitates the sharing of good practice and provides
access to high-quality training materials, along with development
for trainers and assessors.
Validation by the
Skills
Academy
identifies organisations as first-class providers of
skills training for manufacturing employers and demonstrates their
commitment to the highest standards. Providers who are validated
will have a competitive edge over their peers, with the potential
to open up greater business opportunities.