apprenticeships


Poll statistics steer National Apprenticeship Week towards a more inclusive fire sector

As part of National Apprenticeship Week (5-11 Feb), a recent poll revealed that 57% of responders believe that there isn’t sufficient awareness on diverse opportunities in fire-related apprenticeships. Read More

Looking beyond traditional routes for technical apprentices

Against the backdrop of a significant gap between the security sector’s 1,200 apprenticeships and its 30,000 engineer shortage, is it […] Read More

Podcast series: The future of fire and security engineers

Across three short episodes, we bring you insight from experts on what they see ahead for the fire and security engineering sector. Read More

Engineers of Tomorrow 2023 winners revealed!

The Engineers of Tomorrow security and fire apprenticeship competition took place at IFSEC and FIREX in May - winners have been revealed. Read More

Elevation Training Academy partners with Secure & Recruit to address fire and security skills shortage

Elevation Training Academy has partnered with recruitment agency, Secure & Recruit to bring new talent into the fire and security industry. Read More

Industry welcomes new fire and security apprenticeship for Wales

Following demand from employers, a dedicated fire and security apprenticeships scheme in Wales has been approved by the Welsh Government. Read More

Triton Security calling on the industry to invest in apprenticeships

Triton security is calling on companies within the industry to promote the opportunities that apprenticeships in the sector present. Read More

Building in positive and sustainable change in fire & security with apprenticeships

Exploring how the industry can get involved to develop the workforce and inspire the next generation of apprenticeship talent. Read More

Your guide to the End Point Assessment in security and fire

BPEC provides an overview about the ‘End Point Assessment’ which security & fire apprentices must pass in order to become fully qualified. Read More

First UK apprenticeship for frontline security professionals launched

The BSIA, Skills for Security and SecuiGroup have launched the UK’s first apprenticeship for frontline security professionals. Read More

IFE and Fire Service College join forces to encourage apprentices into fire engineering sector

The Institution of Fire Engineers has joined forces with The Fire Service College to boost the number of new entrants to the profession. Read More

Banham Academy expands with opening of Derby apprenticeship training centre

London-based Banham Academy has expanded its footprint in the UK to the East Midlands, opening its second apprenticeship academy in Derby. Read More

Skills for Security maintains its OFSTED Good Provider status after 500% growth

Fire & security apprenticeship provider, Skills for Security, has maintained its OFSTED Good Provider status following its latest inspection. Read More

Winner of WorldSkills UK Fire Detection and Alarm Systems competition ‘thrilled’ following ‘brilliant experience’

A SERC Level 3 Fire and Security Apprentice has taken First Place at the WorldSkills UK National Finals for Fire Detection & Alarm Systems. Read More

Winners of security and fire competitions at WorldSkills UK revealed!

The highly regarded IFSEC & FIREX Engineers of Tomorrow and WorldSkills UK competition is back for 2022 - with the winners now revealed. Read More

Wilson James launches data skills apprenticeship academy

Wilson James, a security, construction logistics and aviation services company, has launched a Data Academy in a drive to upskill team members. Read More



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