National Apprenticeship Week 2023 launches
3 February 2023
National Apprenticeship Week 2023 - Skills For Life
6-12 February 2023
National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 2023 is the 16th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships.
The week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy.
Skills For Life
The theme for National Apprenticeship Week 2023 is ‘Skills for Life’; reflecting on how apprenticeships can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career, and businesses to develop a talented workforce that is equipped with future-ready skills.
Events in our network
NTDC event for technical apprentices
8 February 2023, 10am to 12.30pm
Join us for our NTDC event for technical apprentices. Hear from current and former technical apprentices and learn about professional recognition from the Science Council.
Professional registration for apprentices
Hear from both Rob Butler, Applicant Support Mentor and Tom Cheek, Apprenticeship Lead from the Science Council about applying for professional registration for apprentices.
Open discussion
We'll hear from apprentices, degree apprentices and apprentice managers for an open panel Q&A session where you can discuss best practice and ask your burning questions!
Royal Society of Chemistry - How apprenticeships can benefit your organisation
7 February 2023, 12.30pm to 1.30pm
Our upcoming webinar is ideal for employers seeking advice for working with apprentices. You can find out more in this informative session, which we’re hosting as part of our support for National Apprenticeship Week 2023.
Celebrating degree apprenticeships
7 February 2023, 2.30pm to 5pm
Find out about our new Apprenticeship Matching Service , a free recruitment service for employers who are looking to recruit an apprentice into their organisation. You will get the chance to:
Find out how degree apprentices can benefit you as an employer.
Meet current employers and their apprentices.
Learn about funding opportunities.
Speak to the course leaders.
Network with other businesses.
Hear an overview on degree apprenticeships by Martin Blunt, UCLan.
Promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace with degree apprenticeships
7 February 2023, 12pm to 1pm
Find out how degree apprenticeships can increase diversity and inclusivity within your workplace. Current employer partners and those interested in finding out more about degree apprenticeships are invited to attend.
Employers' Business Breakfast: Get future-ready with our higher and degree apprenticeships
10 February 2023, 8.30am to 10am
Join our Employers’ Business Breakfast to find out how higher and degree apprenticeship programmes offered at Newcastle University can enhance leadership and digital skills in your organisation and develop skills for life.