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On this page you’ll find our ever expanding database of training qualifications, and informative articles on topics such as the CIPD’s Certificate in Training Practice (CTP), what it means to be a modern learning professional, train the trainer and guides to L&D institutes and organisations.

Immigration cap 'leads to bigger skills problem'

27/08/2010 - 09:57 - 259 reads

The abrupt introduction of a 'radical' immigration cap would generate major skills problems for employers and lead to more offshoring. Cath Everett reports.

Skills minister endorses 'Cafe Culture'

26/08/2010 - 11:57 - 291 reads

Skills Minister John Hayes has called on UK business to promote informal learning at work, following pledges by 64 large brands to boost workers' skills as part of a so-called 'Cafe Culture' campaign.

Apprenticeships for 'other people's children'

19/08/2010 - 10:38 - 375 reads

Apprenticeships are widely considered second best to a university education and as something for "other people's children".

Young people 'well-equipped' for work

16/08/2010 - 15:33 - 246 reads

Although employers are becoming increasingly reluctant to hire young people, those that do generally find them well-equipped for working life – despite the bad press that this demographic receives.

How assessment can improve management skills

11/08/2010 - 10:00 - 925 reads - 3 comments

people talking, conversation, coaching, management talk, mentoring

According to research from BT Business in 2009, management failures were behind more than two-fifths of staff resignations last year and outdated management styles caused 42% of resignations. Mary Clarke tells us what she believes lies ahead for the future of management training.