The latest episode of ACT’s Little Big Actions is live! 🎙️ Join Richard Spear, ACT Managing Director, and Sam Holland as they explore AI, tech in the workplace, and why curiosity beats expertise. 🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4pDDBay

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ACT x FinTech Wales Community Academy are giving 4 young people the chance to gain paid workplace experience across top FinTechs like Monmouthshire Building Society, Hodge Bank & more! Build skills, confidence & a strong CV.

👉 Apply now: https://bit.ly/4pSUUVr

Not committed to a New Year's resolution yet? Here's why it should be upskilling - ACT Training This month the office chattered is centred around two things – 'how was your Christmas?' and 'what’s your New Year’s resolution?'

Still undecided on your New Year’s resolution? You’re not alone.

Across Wales, industries are changing fast and upskilling is a practical way to stay confident, capable and career-ready. A resolution that lasts beyond January.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3LEjnQ3

Health Board employee gains essential IT skills with apprenticeship - ACT Training A common misconception of work-based learning and apprenticeships is that they can only be undertaken by people coming into a role for the first time. There

Meet David, a Switchboard Operator at a Welsh health board who’s proof that apprenticeships aren’t just for new starters.

🧑‍💻 Work-based learning isn’t just about new roles. It’s about unlocking potential, whichever stage of your career you’re at. Read more: https://bit.ly/48msBYw

Get ready for #WalesTechWeek 2025!

Join us at ICC Wales for an inspirational event featuring world-class speakers, global tech leaders, visionary investors, and cutting-edge exhibitions.

We’ll be at stand H6, come say hello to our digital team and discover how we can support your business.

Join us at #WalesTechWeek 2025! We’re excited to exhibit at the international tech summit happening 24-26 November at ICC Wales. Come and visit us to explore the latest in Digital Apprenticeships. Get involved: www.walestechweek.com

New edie Extra podcast: How can Britain be upskilled for the green, digital future? - edie The new episode of the edie Extra podcast is streaming now, with experts from Santander and Milton Keynes College discussing the vast opportunities which UK workers stand to gain from enhancing their sustainability skills.

In the latest episode of Edie Extra, Sarah George explores an important question: How can Britain be upskilled for a green, digital future?

At ACT, we believe investing in green skills isn’t just smart — it’s essential.

👉 https://bit.ly/4hQUDQs

“Businesses need to work towards reducing their emissions to hit net zero. It’s not just compliance, it’s transformation.”

This week we posted the next podcast in our green series, read a summary of what our tutors Wallis and Karuna say: https://bit.ly/3X97bsx

#WalesClimateWeek

Report: Greening the Built Environment – Keeping to the 2050 Curve As green targets near, businesses must think about their own role in meeting sustainable goals. In this new report, edie examines what businesses can do to create a sustainable built environment.

Greening our buildings isn’t optional, it’s essential. The latest report EDIE shows how businesses can cut emissions, embrace sustainable design, and keep the 2050 curve on track.

Read the full report here: www.edie.net/report-greening-the-buil...

This International Stress Awareness Week, we’re sharing feedback from our Stress and Resilience course.

Investing in wellbeing and training is good for people and business.

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4qB7VnT

Five ways businesses in Wales can be greener (and why training is key) - ACT Training Wales’ upcoming carbon budget sets the ambitious target of a 58% reduction in emissions by 2030. But what does that mean for Welsh businesses?

“Green skills need to be expanded, adapted, and made relevant to every employee, from those at the top right through an organisation. It’s all about behavioural change.”

Discover five practical ways Welsh businesses can become greener this Climate Week: https://bit.ly/4hzPuMl

With the launch of the 2026 carbon budget, we sat down with tutors Wallis and Karuna to unpack what the carbon budget means for Welsh businesses. Tune in to discover how your business can take strategic steps toward supporting Wales’ journey to net zero. https://bit.ly/3JvRwAn

Why green skills are key to pushing Wales’ net zero goal forward  - ACT Training Green skills are key to successfully meeting Wales’ net zero goal. In fact, when the Net Zero action plan was put in place, upskilling was described as the

“Businesses that nurture these skills not only reduce their carbon footprint but also boost productivity, strengthen supply chains, and meet growing customer demand for sustainable operations.”

Curious how investing in green skills can help your business? https://bit.ly/4odyIoC

We were thrilled to welcome the Mayor, Welsh Consulate & Malta’s High Commissioner to ACT Bridgend. With Welsh Government funding, we support young people via training, work placements & education—showcasing how we improve lives through learning.

The WorldSkills Torch has made its stop at ACT! 🔥

The torch was proudly passed from former competitors Will, Gareth and Jess to new competitors Maddie and Lauren from ACT, symbolising the ongoing journey of skills.

Good luck to NPTC Group of Colleges, the next leg of the torch relay! 🙌

"Upskilling was described as the ‘key enabler’ of the transition to a net zero economy."

Big news! The @worldskills.bsky.social Torch is coming to ACT this autumn!

Join us at Ocean Park House to celebrate the skills shaping our future. Don’t miss it! 🔥

🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://bit.ly/4om0Aa6

It was morning of fun, brunch and – of course – rugby as Jonathan ‘Jiffy’ Davies joined our employer celebration event for an exclusive chat with Daniel Bevan from Business in Wales.

🌟We’re delighted to announce this year’s sponsors for the Inspire! Awards⤵️

💟With their support, we're able to shine a light on the wonderful and inspirational people and projects engaged in #lifelonglearning across #Wales.

#InspireCymru25 #neverstoplearning

OUT NOW: Transform June/July issue!

This special issue dives into our evolution from IEMA to ISEP, the launch of our 2025 'State of the Sustainability Profession' report, the gender emissions gap, #sustainablefarming, the #cleanenergy transition & more!

Download your copy today: bit.ly/4ode7kH

Graphic of a person at their laptop with the text 'did you know we offer digital qualifications?'

Whether you’re a teacher looking to bring more tech into the classroom, someone who wants to feel more confident using a computer, or a marketing professional keen to get to grips with conversions. ACT can take you there.

Whatever your goal, we’re here to help. acttraining.org.uk/course-categ...

Why do we love working at ACT?

We’ll let the team tell you themselves.

Spoiler: it’s all about the people!

For us @learnworkuk.bsky.social, the most important way to support young people is by giving them the tools to succeed, whether that’s through the right training, mental health support, or the right placement. The foundations of support are just as important as the next steps.

We’re ACT, Wales’ leading training provider.

We help people of all ages gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to thrive at work and in life.

Discover a full range of opportunities from apprenticeships and Jobs Growth Wales+ to high quality commercial training 👉 bit.ly/46woDNP

At a time when investing in early talent has never been more important, we believe young people deserve more.

If you're a business ready to make a difference in a young person’s future, visit: bit.ly/3DcJsAY

Shwmae Bluesky! 👋

We’re excited to share our work and connect with others who are passionate about improving lives through learning.

If you’re looking for support with work-based learning, you’re in the right place.

Employer and learner partnership helps business go from strength to strength  Caerphilly-based Captiva Spa is one of many Welsh businesses seeing the benefits of professional collaboration after offering work placements to learners.   Through their partnership with… Employer and learner partnership helps business go from strength to strength  was published on FE News by National Training Federation for Wales

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