English, maths and ICT skills are the foundations which underpin learning and achievement in almost every area of education and employment. They are also vital to be able to communicate and operate confidently, effectively and independently in life.

The Skills Conference provides an outstanding opportunity to gain new perspectives and ideas for improving skills outcomes at your organisation and will specifically focus on:

· A national perspective on the future of skills provision, including the outlook for functional skills and key skills government guidelines
· Effective delivery strategies for functional skills
· Up-to-date information on funding, focused on maximising income for skills
· Information on how to improve inspection results by improving skills development and achievement
· The impact and importance of skills for apprenticeships, diplomas and foundation learning pathways
· The new inspection framework
· Innovative ideas for embedding functional skills into existing curriculum areas
Featuring speeches, presentations and workshops from some of the country’s leading authorities and experts in learning and skills, The Skills Conference provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the current and future skills landscape and how this will impact on your organisation’s success.