Two roofing apprentices gaining their qualifications with Construction College Midlands (CCM) have proved themselves to be among the industry’s best emerging talent by participating in two of the UK’s most renowned multi-trade skills competitions. Taryn Jeffrey-Brock of Bicester Roofing and …
Two roofing apprentices gaining their qualifications with Construction College Midlands (CCM) are preparing to take part in the UK’s largest and longest-running multi-trade skills competition. SkillBuild, delivered by CITB sees the country’s top construction-based learners and apprentices battle it out …
There were celebrations all round when apprentices trained by Walsall College, employer partners and college representatives came together at the Ladder for the Black Country Awards in partnership with the Express & Star. Apprentice of the Year award finalists trained …
A group of managers and aspiring managers who completed a Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship through Walsall College have graduated with honours. The nine learners were joined by college staff at their graduation ceremony, hosted by validating institution, the University of …
Walsall College has partnered with edtech company, Mindful Education to offer part-time blended learning courses to help adult learners fit their studies more flexibly around their lives. The blended learning courses combine the advantages of online and classroom-based study. They …
Two roofing apprentices training at Construction College Midlands have described a professional development trip to explore one of the largest natural slate quarries in northern Spain as ‘eye-opening’ ‘meaningful’ and ‘unforgettable’. Louis Fisher and Michael Linehan were the guests of …
An electrical installation apprentice training with Walsall College has proved himself as one of the brightest industry talents after becoming a finalist for the Aico Apprentice of the Year Award. Aaron Ram was one of 12 selected nominees participating in …
Flexible study options and continuous support from vocational coaches were just two of the things that apprentices said they enjoyed about their training with Walsall College. Around 50 apprentices from different sectors attended the college’s Apprentice Voice Conference during National …
Skills for Life is the theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2024 and Walsall College will celebrate this throughout 6-12 February with online and onsite activities aimed at prospective apprentices and T Level students, jobseekers and employers. The achievements of college-trained …
Firsteel, the specialist coil metal coating company based in Walsall, is undergoing a planned £1m investment programme. Part of this investment is in people, and bringing on board apprentices to train in the specialist skills required for the future of …