🎙 The Importance of Employer Engagement in Apprenticeships
In this episode, Ros and Anne explore why strong employer relationships are critical to the success of apprenticeship programmes. Joined by guests Dean Billington (Apprenticeship Group Wales) and Sam Denne (Silver Assist HomeCare), they dive into what makes employer-provider partnerships work, the vital role assessors play, and how to keep engagement meaningful over time. Packed with real-world insights and practical tips for assessors and training providers—don’t miss this conversation on getting apprenticeship collaboration right.

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New Episode Alert – Episode 7: AI in Workplace Education 🤖✨

How is AI really being used in workplace learning—and what does it mean for the future of training and education?

In this episode, we dive into the world of AI in post-16 workplace education with guest practitioners who are already using AI tools in real-life settings. From adaptive learning platforms to chatbots and automated assessments, we unpack how AI is reshaping the way we teach and learn at work.

We explore: 🔹 Real-world examples of AI in training
🔹 The big benefits—and real challenges—of AI in education
🔹 Future trends that every educator should know
🔹 Practical tips and tools for trainers ready to get started

Whether you're an AI enthusiast or feeling unsure about where to begin, this episode offers clear, honest insights to help you navigate the evolving world of workplace learning.

🎧 Tune in now and take your first (or next!) step into the world of AI in education.

🗣️ Plus – hear about Ros’s upcoming Intro to AI workshops for educators looking to build confidence with digital tools.

#AIinEducation #WorkplaceLearning #Post16Education #EducationPodcast #EdTech #TrainerDevelopment #FutureofWork #LifelongLearning

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The Learning Co-Lab | Episode 6: Inclusion in Apprenticeships

In this episode of The Learning Co-Lab, the discussion focuses on Inclusion in Apprenticeships—a critical topic in post-16 education. Hosted by Ros Protheroe, Director of Panda Education & Training, the podcast explores the challenges faced by learners with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and how apprenticeships can become more inclusive.

The conversation covers two key perspectives:
✔️ Employers – How can they promote inclusivity in apprenticeships?
✔️ Assessors – What can they do to ensure their practice is more inclusive?

Co-host Anne Reardon-James, Learning Advisor at Panda Education & Training, also brings her passion for inclusive practice to the discussion. Joining the episode are two expert guests:
🔹 Charlotte Dando – Head of Inclusion and Learner Experience at Cardiff and Vale College
🔹 Nicola Ankin – Disability Consultant and Founder of Inexclusion

Together, they share insights, strategies, and practical advice on making apprenticeships more accessible for all learners.

🎧 Listen now to gain valuable perspectives on inclusion in apprenticeships.

#Inclusion #Apprenticeships #EducationPodcast #LearningCoLab #Accessibility #Diversity #Post16Education

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