Equine groom apprenticeship fundamental for the welfare of horses
Published: 15-11-2018
In an effort to keep up with innovation and technological progress within the multi-billion pound equine industry, a new apprenticeship has been developed. Bicton College and Duchy College have supported the fast-paced sector by delivering the new Level 2 Equine Groom standard apprenticeship that has been designed by employers for employers. “The equine groom is […]
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New apprenticeships help future proof the food and drink sector
Published: 27-07-2018
A range of new and existing apprenticeship standards, including Butcher, Baker and Food & Drink Process Operator, are helping to secure vital specialist skills in Cornwall. The new Baker standard will replace the Bakery Level 2 apprenticeship framework that was successfully run by Duchy College and CCB Training, part of The Cornwall College Group, working […]
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Free meeting for Cornish businesses battling the Brexit countdown clock
Published: 15-03-2018
With just one year left until the UK leaves the European Union on 29th March 2019, businesses are being urged to undertake the difficult task of planning for the future. To help businesses across Cornwall get up-to-speed with these impending changes, CCB is holding its next free-to-attend Business Networking Breakfast at The Business Space, Truro […]
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Free meeting for businesses battling the Brexit countdown clock
Published: 26-01-2018
With just over a year left until the UK will leave the European Union on 29th March 2019, businesses are being urged to undertake the difficult task of planning for the future. To help companies across Cornwall and Devon get up-to-speed with these impending changes, CCB is holding its next free-to-attend Business Networking Breakfast at […]
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Region’s best companies to compete in inaugural Apprenticeship Games
Published: 16-01-2018
The South West is set to host a ground-breaking event for apprentices and their employers, which will test them in a day of challenges and competition. The inaugural Apprenticeship Games will pitch companies against each other in a bid to find the region’s ‘Apprentice Team of the Year’, who will be handed the games’ specially […]
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Free meeting for businesses battling the Brexit countdown clock
Published: 10-01-2018
With just over a year left until the UK will leave the European Union on 29th March 2019, businesses are being urged to undertake the difficult task of planning for the future. To help businesses across Devon get up-to-speed with these impending changes, CCB are holding their next free-to-attend Business Networking Breakfast at Bicton College, […]
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From packing to managing, apprentice makes mark in furniture design
Published: 09-01-2018
A talented furniture design apprentice is celebrating her rise from packer to workshop manager for one of the UK’s leading and most innovative furniture designers. Two years ago, Safia Megatli, 24 who lives in Falmouth, was keen to use her design skills, developed during her degree, in a more practical way. “I enjoy learning and […]
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New multi-skilled trades Apprenticeship launched
Published: 01-11-2017
Learners across Cornwall are getting the opportunity to learn a range of practical skills, including electrical, plumbing, woodwork and tiling thanks to a new apprenticeship. Aimed at learners who prefer to learn in a practical, hands-on way, students will work on a variety of maintenance tasks needed to maintain a high level of quality in […]
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GDPR and employment law changes – should businesses be doing more to prepare?
Published: 25-10-2017
An alarming study has revealed that more than a third of global businesses are unsure whether they are compliant when it comes to data privacy. The study, sponsored by Watchguard Technologies, found that 37% were unsure if they needed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – the most important change in data […]
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Pendennis Shipyard wins National Apprenticeship Awards regional final
Published: 18-10-2017
Pendennis Shipyard Ltd, one of Cornwall’s leading marine businesses is celebrating being named ‘South West Large Employer of the Year’. After successfully getting through the South West regional finals, held at Doubletree Hilton South Cadbury House Hotel in Bristol, Pendennis will now go through to the national final which will take place on 18 January […]