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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!

Carers Week: The Benefits Of Digital Learning Solutions

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Carers Week is an annual campaign raising awareness of the care sector and highlighting the challenges unpaid carers face throughout the country. In the UK alone, 1 in 5 adults are carers, equating...


5 Crucial Communication Skills You Need To Succeed At Work

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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In today's fast-paced and often remote work environment, effective communication is more crucial than ever. Communication skills play an essential role in every aspect of work, from building...


Learning at Work Week with The Skills Network

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Here at The Skills Network, people are our superpower! Our first instalment of the ‘Introducing…’ series with Deputy Head of Business Development- Jack McDougall, was so popular, that we’ve...


Can Lifelong Learning Help Manage Dementia?

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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The Skills Network welcomes the national government initiative to double fund Dementia research to 160 million a year from 2024 following breakthrough trial results for cognitive decline. Memory loss...


What is International Girls in ICT Day all about?

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Young girls are disproportionately at risk of future underrepresentation in the ICT sector. The origins of the ICT gender divide can be linked to our formative education, when girls perceive ICT as an...


7 top tips for a productive (and happy) workforce

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Happiness makes people more productive at work, according to the latest research from the University of Warwick. Some days, you or your team are just not firing on all cylinders and you can't figure...


Employee Burnout: How To Spot It And Prevent It

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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It’s labelled an epidemic of the modern workplace, but what is employee burnout, what causes it, and can it be prevented? A recent study revealed that nearly one-quarter of people in the workforce...


National Pet Day: the power of pets in the office

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Caring for a pet is proven to help increase empathy, responsibility, and sociability, which are also in-demand skills for life at work. This National Pet Day, The Skills Network want to celebrate the...


5 Influential Female Educators From The Last 10 Years

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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Our list of 5 influential women in education over the last 10 years, showcases the wealth of tenacity, passion, creativity, and knowledge of those who have shaped, and continue to shape education....


A Brief History Of Women In Education

Details: Written by Kate Hutchinson
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This blog will explore the education available for women throughout history in the UK, and how education opportunities were fought for and won over the years. Women have forged their own legacy and...


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