Why are vocational qualifications so important?
Dr Alison Birkinshaw: Each year we celebrate A-levels without asking this question. I think that’s because the answer is obvious. It should be even more clear why vocational qualifications are important. Vocational qualifications help individuals get the skills, qualifications and personal experience needed to achieve their aspirations in your career and have a good quality of life. People train whilst working or studying full time in college or school. The choice is wide and education and training can fit around other commitments. Theoretical and practical learning are combined making an individual more attractive to potential employers. Additional qualifications allow personalised learning to take place designed with particular career paths in mind. The FE sector helps many people gain confidence through learning and the sector offers a safe and welcoming place to study and work, with high quality staff and learning facilities and the latest technology and equipment available. Questi
