Skills Commission launches new research inquiry

The Skills Commission, sister organisation to the National Skills Forum, has launched a new inquiry into provision of technician and higher level skills. The inquiry is being chaired by Professor Alison Halstead, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Aston University, and will examine whether current advanced and higher level vocational qualifications and awards are meeting the needs of employers and learners.

In addition to a series of parliamentary evidence sessions, the Commission will be holding a number of regional meetings, inviting local employers, colleges and learners to participate in the inquiry. A collection of academic papers on international comparisons of delivery models are also being commissioned.

The Commission has released a call for evidence, and will be taking evidence submissions until 31 May 2011. The final report will be published in July.

Click here to visit the Inquiry page on the Skills Commission website