The Economic Impact of Work Experience Programmes on Local Communities
Work experience doesn’t just benefit students, it strengthens local economies.From tackling youth unemployment to closing skills gaps, well-structured placements are a powerful tool for long-term community growth.What is the economic impact of student work experience programmes?Work experience programmes are more than an educational add-on; they are a strategic investment in local talent and
Blackburn Case Study
Discover how Blackburn College achieved a 97% placement success rate while reducing admin and boosting student engagement, all through one seamless platform.How did The Changing Education Group help transform Blackburn College’s work experience programme?Blackburn College partnered with The Changing Education Group to simplify and scale their work experience delivery, all with minimal staffing
Integrating Work Experience into Curriculum: A Practical Guide
Blending academic learning with real-world experience creates deeper engagement, stronger outcomes, and more confident students.Here’s how UK schools and colleges can embed work experience into their curriculum, effectively and effortlessly.Why integrate work experience into the curriculum?Because students learn best when they understand the “why” behind the “what.”Integrating work experience into the curriculum helps
The Benefits of Early Career Exposure for Students
Early career exposure gives students a critical head start, building confidence, skills, and clarity about the future.Here’s why work experience matters from the very start of secondary education.Why is early career exposure important for students?Because understanding the world of work shouldn't start after school, it should start during it.By introducing students to real-life
Innovative Work Experience Models: Shaping Student Futures
Traditional work experience still has value, but today’s students need more flexible, engaging, and relevant ways to explore the world of work.Here’s how schools can embrace new models of work experience to better prepare learners for life after education.What are innovative work experience models, and why do they matter?Modern careers are evolving fast.