Poll statistics steer National Apprenticeship Week towards a more inclusive fire sector
February 8, 2024
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
November 24, 2023
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
July 31, 2023
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!
July 17, 2023
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
June 16, 2023
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
May 22, 2023
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
March 13, 2023
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
February 21, 2023
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
February 9, 2023
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
February 7, 2023
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
February 6, 2023
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
January 27, 2023
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
December 19, 2022
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’
December 13, 2022
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!
November 28, 2022
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
November 21, 2022
Wilson James, a security, construction logistics and aviation services company, has launched a Data Academy in a drive to upskill team members. Read More