Media releases and news
As a charity and leader in vocational and technical learning, we want to drive change in the sector.
Read our latest news, press releases and updates to discover how we’re shaping smarter learning and working for a fairer educational system.
Finalists announced for national education awards
Launched by the education charity NCFE in 2018, the Aspiration Awards honour the success of learners, apprentices, educators, support staff and educational organisations from across Britain.
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Rewarding volunteering: Good for Me Good for FE and NCFE pilot microcredentials
The new microcredential programme has been designed to recognise students' contributions to their communities through volunteering and highlight the employability skills they gain as a result.
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New report finds 1 in 5 lack the digital skills needed for modern life
The No One Left Offline report, part of NCFE’s wider campaign to close the digital skills gap, found that significant portions of the population, particularly younger people and older adults, are struggling with basic digital tasks.
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Innovation fund offers up to £125k to transform assessment and vocational education
Supported by NCFE and Ufi VocTech Trust, the latest round of funding for the Assessment Innovation Fund has opened today (17 February), looking for ideas to improve assessment within vocational education.
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Special recognition award to mark 80th anniversary of groundbreaking industry qualifications
The CACHE Outstanding Achievement award will celebrate learners, educators and frontline workers in education, early years and social care who have gone above and beyond to help others and have shown dedication to their profession.
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Expert judging panel revealed for national education awards
An impressive panel of education, skills, and media leaders has been assembled to judge the 2025 Aspiration Awards – a national celebration of those doing exceptional things in education.
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Apprenticeships vs. university: finding the right pathway for your future
At NCFE, we’re gearing up to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week by bringing you the latest information and statistics to guide your decision on whether studying an apprenticeship is right for you.
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New qualification addresses growing demand for baby care expertise
The Level 3 Award in Working with Babies and Young Children Under 2 Years has been developed to close the gap in specialist training, equipping practitioners with the skills needed to meet the unique needs of infants and toddlers.
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