VET 2050 - Vision workshops
Shaping a Vision for England鈥檚 VET System by 2050
Throughout early 2026, we are bringing together key stakeholders to co鈥慸evelop a shared vision for a high鈥憅uality vocational education and training (VET) system for England by 2050. Our aim is to work collaboratively to define what high鈥憅uality VET looks like from multiple perspectives and to build a collective foundation for long鈥憈erm system improvement.
Themes of the Vision Workshops
Across four workshops, we explore high鈥憅uality VET from distinct but complementary perspectives:
Workshop 1: Employer & Sector鈥態ody Perspectives
Examining alignment between training and labour market needs, work鈥慴ased learning capacity, SME engagement, and how employers navigate the current VET offer.
Workshop 2: Provider Perspectives
Considering curriculum breadth, qualification pathways, accountability, funding stability, learner navigation through the system, and workforce issues within colleges and training providers.
Workshop 3: Place鈥態ased Perspectives
Exploring how local economic conditions, employer demand, transport and access, and community needs shape what high鈥憅uality VET requires in different places.
Workshop 4: Youth Perspectives
Understanding what young people鈥攂oth in and out of education, employment or training鈥攏eed from a future VET system. Sessions will include learners aged 18+ and young adults facing barriers to participation.
Get Involved
We want as many voices as possible to help shape the future of England鈥檚 VET system.
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