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The latest business news from GC

The latest news from the GC Business Hub. 

The GC Business Hub manages and delivers quality apprenticeships and professional training at Gloucestershire College. Working with over 1,000 employers based in Gloucestershire and beyond, the Business Hub is committed to providing award-winning apprenticeships and bespoke employee training for businesses of every size and sector. 

Gloucestershire College’s expert Business Consultants in the Business Hub team will work in partnership with your business to find the right training solutions for your unique requirements. Our Business Hub team can even help recruit new talent for your business as well as upskilling existing members of staff. Please visit: www.gloscol.ac.uk/business-hub to find out more.

You can contact our team via: business.hub@gloscol.ac.uk 

Gloucestershire College awarded by the National Cyber Security Centre – a part of GCHQ – for excellence in cyber security education

Gloucestershire College becomes one of the first to be awarded CyberFirst Schools status by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) – a part of GCHQ – through a new initiative which recognises excellence in cyber and cyber security education. Find out more here.

Former apprentice, now Apprenticeship Minister launches new cyber degree apprenticeship at Gloucestershire College

Ten reasons to hire a Cyber Security Degree Apprentice for your business

With the government announcing new incentive payments of up to £3,000 for every apprentice hired, now is the perfect opportunity to hire a Cyber Security Degree Apprentice with Gloucestershire College. Find out more here.

New apprenticeship incentive payments announced for employers​

Following the chancellor's update on Wednesday 8 July 2020, the government has announced significant support for apprenticeships as part of their Plan for Jobs. Find out more here.

Using the Apprenticeship Levy to train your existing staff

What do you think of when you hear the word ‘apprentice’? Young? Inexperienced? First job? Entry-level? All of these are common misconceptions. Apprenticeships are not just for school leavers. In fact, apprenticeship qualifications range from Level 1 to 8 meaning apprentices can study advanced courses and even achieve a degree. Businesses are investing in apprenticeships for their current staff and senior managers so they can learn the essential skills needed to contribute to business growth. There is no age limit for apprenticeships, so anyone within your organisation can become an apprentice to continue their professional development. Find out how here...

Employers urgently needed for top Cyber Degree Apprenticeship candidates

Gloucestershire College currently has over 20 outstanding candidates who have been offered a conditional place on our Cyber Degree Apprenticeship course and are looking for an employer to start their cyber-career with. Find out more here.

Gloucestershire College announces new Academic Sponsorship of pioneering cyber group CyNam

As part of their commitment to developing the next generation of cyber and IT talent in the region, Gloucestershire College is delighted to announce their partnership with local cyber group CyNam as academic sponsor. The College’s strategic partnership with Cheltenham’s influential cyber group will give more students the opportunity to enter this cutting-edge industry. Moreover, it will provide more local employers the ability to access the College’s specialised cyber and IT courses and apprenticeship training, and outstanding talent pool of readily available cyber and IT candidates.

GC partners with Bamboo Technology Group

Undeterred by the current climate, Gloucestershire College continues to forge alliances with local businesses to support the wider economy, and is delighted to announce the next step in a growing partnership with Bamboo Technology Group, a leading IoT, connectivity, data, IT and cyber security solutions provider.

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