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Join us for an exclusive session on how apprenticeships are transforming workforce development in the UK.

In this session, we will explore how apprenticeship programmes are becoming one of the most powerful tools for building job-ready talent, enabling individuals to develop skills while helping organisations develop talent aligned with real business needs. need to mention job-ready skills

Join Krishna Kumar, CEO of Simplilearn; Karan Kumar, CEO of Cherith Simmons; and Paul, an Ofsted Inspector, as they explore how apprenticeships are reshaping career pathways and strengthening long-term talent pipelines across industries.

Key Topics We’ll Cover

During this session, you will learn:

• Why apprenticeships matter in today’s skills-driven economy
• How apprenticeship programmes work in practice
• Who can benefit from apprenticeship pathways
• The role of government funding and the Apprenticeship Levy
• How learning partners enable successful delivery
• Why now is the right time to invest in apprenticeships

Why Apprenticeships Matter Today

In an era of rapid skills disruption, organisations need learning models that are practical, scalable, and inclusive.

Apprenticeships deliver exactly that by combining structured learning with real workplace experience.

With strong government backing and growing employer adoption, apprenticeships have become a cornerstone of the UK’s workforce strategy, supporting reskilling, upskilling, and long-term career mobility across sectors.

Apprenticeships Explained 

Speaker: 

Krishna Kumar | CEO, Simplilearn

Karan Kumar, CEO of Cherith Simmons

Paul – Ofsted Inspector

An apprenticeship is a structured learning pathway where individuals:

• Work in a real job
• Gain hands-on experience
• Receive formal training
• Earn recognised qualifications

This creates a win-win model.

Learners develop job-ready skills.
Employers build talent aligned to business needs.

Apprenticeships are not theoretical; they are designed for immediate workplace application.

Who Can Benefit from Apprenticeships?

Modern apprenticeship programmes are designed for diverse career stages, including:

• School leavers beginning their careers
• Early professionals building specialization
• Career switchers entering new fields
• Returning professionals updating skills
• Learners pursuing higher and degree-level pathways

This flexibility makes apprenticeships one of the most inclusive learning models in the UK.

The Role of Government and the Apprenticeship Levy

Government support plays a critical role in enabling high-quality apprenticeships.

Through funding mechanisms and the Apprenticeship Levy, employers and learners receive structured support that ensures:

• Consistent national standards
• Recognised qualifications
• Long-term workforce impact
• Shared responsibility between government, employers, and providers

The Role of Learning Partners

Strong learning partners are essential for apprenticeship success.

Simplilearn, in collaboration with Cherith Simmons, supports the learning journey by delivering:

• Industry-aligned curricula
• Scalable digital learning platform
• Practical, applied training models
• Continuously updated content

This approach complements on-the-job training and ensures learners remain relevant in fast-changing industries.

Practical Value of This Session

This session is ideal for professionals who are

• Designing workforce development strategies
• Evaluating apprenticeship programmes
• Exploring structured learning pathways
• Supporting organisational growth initiatives

Participants will gain practical insights, real-world perspectives, and actionable guidance to move forward with confidence.

Register Now

Apprenticeships are more than an alternative to traditional education; they are a strategic pathway to building skilled, resilient, and future-ready workforces.

Join us to understand how to leverage this powerful model for lasting impact.