IER researchers present at the International Apprenticeship conference

IER's Dr Emily EricksonLink opens in a new window and Professor Terence HogarthLink opens in a new window presented research from the Skills2CapabilitiesLink opens in a new window project at the International Network for Innovative Apprenticeship (INAP) conference, held in Hertfordshire on 8-9 May 2025. The conference brought together international experts to explore innovative approaches to apprenticeship systems and policies.

Their paper, titled 'The Road Less Travelled: The Passage Towards a Market-Based Apprenticeship System in England', examined the impact of policy changes on apprenticeship training content and participation levels within England's apprenticeship system. The research considers how various policy shifts and developments have influenced the evolution of apprenticeship provision, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by market-based approaches to skills development.