Collaboration at The Heart of Improving Apprenticeship Outcomes
Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN) hosted an online round table in partnership with regional provider network leads from Yorkshire and Greater Manchester, working with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to give policy colleagues greater insight into how apprenticeships are delivered and what more can be done to improve retention and successful […]
Moroccan Delegation Visits Devon as Part of Going Global Partnership
Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN) was delighted to welcome seven visitors from Morocco for a week-long programme in Exeter and London, as part of the British Council-funded Going Global project being led on by DCTPN. The visit built on the growing partnership between organisations in the UK and Morocco and followed a visit […]
A Level Results Day: Remember – You Have Options
As thousands of young people across Devon and Cornwall receive their A Level results, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of excitement, relief and uncertainty. Whether your grades were exactly what you had hoped for or not quite what you expected, one thing remains true, you have more options than you think. Choosing your […]
Government Fully Funds Apprenticeship Training for Young People – A Win for Employers and Future Talent
The UK Government has announced that apprenticeship training and assessment costs are now 100% funded for all eligible young people aged 16 to 24. This means employers – whether levy-paying or non-levy-paying – will no longer face co-investment fees when taking on apprentices in this age group. For businesses across Devon & Cornwall, this is […]
DCTPN Publishes New Employer Guide: Business Skills… Your Way! Supporting Workforce Growth Across Devon & Cornwall
The Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN) has released the newest edition of its flagship employer guide, Business Skills… Your Way! – a practical, regionally focused resource designed to help employer’s close skills gaps, recruit effectively, and strengthen workforce development. This updated guide reflects the fast-changing skills landscape across Devon & Cornwall, bringing together […]
Which Way? Your Way! 2026/27 – Helping Young People Take Their Next Step
The latest edition of Which Way? Your Way! has officially launched, providing young people across Devon and Cornwall with a comprehensive guide to post-16 education, training and employment opportunities. Produced annually by the Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN), this free resource is designed to help individuals make informed decisions about their future after […]
Celebrating 10 Years of Leadership and Impact at the Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network
This year marks a significant milestone – ten years of dedicated leadership and unwavering commitment to the Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network by its CEO, Sharron Robbie. Over the past decade, Sharron has not only sustained the network through a period of unprecedented change across the Further Education (FE) and skills sector but has […]
DCTPN Masterclass Delivers Inspiring Impact for Training Providers
The Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN) is delighted to celebrate the success of its recent masterclass for training provider members. The event, held at South Devon College, welcomed more than 40 providers from across Devon and Cornwall, reflecting strong regional commitment to enhancing teaching and learning excellence. Led by renowned Further Education expert […]
DCTPN Launches High-Impact Masterclass to Elevate Teaching and Learning
The DCTPN is pleased to announce an exclusive masterclass for training provider members, designed to support the delivery of high-quality curriculum, teaching and learning across the sector. As part of our continued commitment to the advancement of education across the region alongside supporting the drive upwards of quality provision and training this latest masterclass offering […]
DCTPN Launches New Apprenticeship Vacancy Map – Opening Doors to Opportunity
The Devon & Cornwall Training Providers Network (DCTPN) is proud to announce the launch of its new Apprenticeship Vacancy Map, designed to make finding the right apprenticeship easier than ever. The interactive map allows individuals to search the latest apprenticeship vacancies across the region by sector, level and vacancy type, giving users a clear and […]