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Welcome to The Skills Network new blog page - we thought we’d give you a little introduction to what this page is all about.

Firstly, this is where you’ll find all our latest news, opinions, comments and insights into anything from the education world, to mental health and even tips on how to manage your study time (we make it fun, we promise!) Our blogs are all written by us and we try to keep them relatively concise, although we do love a longer read on the odd occasion! We can, however, guarantee that we will keep this relevant and of interest to you. We love to write and give our insights into the changing educational world, as well as shouting about all the great brands we already work with. This page can offer you a quick ten minute lunchtime escape or indulgence into data insights, so sit back and enjoy our new shiny blog, just waiting for you to come and read!

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The Skills Network company timeline
  • 2009 - Launched into the market with only three qualifications. Secured partnerships with five Further Education (FE) colleges.
  • 2010 - Reached 35 members of staff. Began to pioneer vocational training in the health and social care sector.
  • 2011 - Began development of online 'EQUAL Learner Management System (LMS). Published our first paper-based learning resource.
  • 2012 - Daniel Wilson, James Earl and Rachel Kay joined TSN, now our - Commercial Director, Education Sales Director and Partnerships Director. Reached over 100 staff, now supporting over 6,000 learners.
  • 2013 - Introduced the award-winning EQUAL learning platform into the market. Launched our 'Essentials' product range.
  • 2014 - Awarded Matrix Standard and Investors in People. Achieved International Award for EQUAL system. Launched published learning resources into private training market.
  • 2015 - Began working with New awarding bodies - AAT, ILM and CACHE. Voted third in Top 100 SMES in North Yorkshire.
  • 2016 - Awarded first direct Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) contract. Now supporting a landmark 5,000 organisations.
  • 2017 - Opened our London office. Shortlisted for Best Use of E-Learning and Best New Training Provider at AAT Awards.
  • 2018 - Achieved level 2 'Good' Ofsted rating. Supported over 30,000 learners in one year.
  • 2019 - Celebrating our 10-year anniversary. Have now helped over 195,000 people to achieve a recognised qualification!

Teaching Through Tinsel: Keep Students Engaged With CPD Courses

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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As motivation and focus begin to waiver in those final few weeks before Christmas break, The Skills Network is here to support colleges and ITPs across the UK to ‘teach through tinsel’. We know...


6 Skills Bootcamps That Are Hot Right Now 2023

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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It’s Bonfire Night here at The Skills Network HQ, and we can't wait to watch our nearest firework display and tuck into a toffee apple or 2. As 2023 rapidly hurtles through its final 3 months,...


Free Online Courses in Scotland (2024)

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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We know what you’re thinking when you hear us talk about ‘FREE online courses’, and so often, we get asked by many Scottish businesses and individuals looking to upskill, how are they actually...


Menopause Awareness Training with The Skills Network

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Despite over 90% of menopausal women in the UK experiencing menopause symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and low mood, 9 in 10 post-menopausal women were never educated about menopause in...


What is eLearning?

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Whether you call it eLearning or e-Learning (trust us- it’s a minefield) there is no doubt that the use of technology to support education is transforming the way we learn. But with so many...


5 Ways Skills Bootcamps Can Make Your Team Top Of The Class

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Have you ever heard the phrase 'every day is a school day'? Well, it's true! You really can learn new skills, no matter what environment you are in. And no, we don't just mean educational environments...


Functional Skills Learning Resources with The Skills Network

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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The UK is projected to fall 4 places in global literacy tables and 3 places in numeracy tables by 2030. Britain has become increasingly dysfunctional when it comes to functional skills training, and...


World Suicide Prevention Day 2023: It's Okay to Talk

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Suicide is an international public health challenge. The World Health Organisation reported that over 700,000 people take their own lives each year – that’s one person every 40 seconds. In the UK,...


How Learning Management Systems Can Enhance Skills Training

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Here at The Skills Network, people are our superpower! As one of the UK’s largest providers of online learning and education technology, we like to look ahead. What is clear to us here at The...


Immersive Learning: An Education Provider's Guide

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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It’s no secret that learners are more tech-savvy than ever before. Now that Millennials have been in the workforce for over 15 years, education providers must shift their focus towards the younger...


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