Vocational education
for employers
Did you know...
One in six UK employers admit that their staff don’t have the right skills needed at work. (Source: Learning and Skills Council)
If you want to give your staff the skills they need for work, vocational education might be for you!
The government is currently transforming the education system for 14-19-year-olds. In line with these plans, schools and colleges are developing new work-related learning pathways to give young people the skills, knowledge and experience that will help prepare them for work, further education or training.
What is vocational education?
Vocational education is a set of work-related subjects and courses you can study in school, college, at a training centre or in the workplace.
Vocational qualifications are practical, skill-based qualifications which relate directly to specific industries such as manufacturing, catering or business.
What's in it for me?
As an employer, you can benefit greatly from recruiting young people with vocational qualifications. In fact, many vocational qualifications have been designed with the help of employers just like you, so they give young people the up-to-date skills and knowledge you are looking for.
Vocational qualifications are nationally recognised - just like GCSEs and A levels - and they help prepare young people for the world of work.
But don't just take our word for it! Visit our case studies page to find out what local employers have to say about vocational education and the ‘voc ed‘ students they've employed.
You've got my attention! How can I get involved?
As an employer, there are a number of ways you can support vocational education and learning.
Find out how you can build a partnership with your Sector Skills Council.
Learn exactly what's involved in providing apprenticeship opportunities for young people.
For general information about supporting young people in vocational education visit the employers' page of the Department for Children, Schools and Families website.
If you're looking for information about providing work placement opportunities, linking with local schools or supporting vocational education in South Yorkshire, email getintouch@voced.co.uk or visit our get in touch page to send us your questions or comments about vocational education.
Alternatively, click on the links below to learn more about vocational education and how it could benefit your business.
Check out the case studies of young people on vocational courses who are gaining the skills you need.
Learn more about the different vocational courses and qualifications you can look out for when you are recruiting.
- Visit our useful links page or access our resources page to find out more about vocational education.
