Apprenticeship Networking and Development Events

AoA hosts regular events, both virtually and in-person, across the country. See the event schedule below. For the most up to date information members can access the live event page on AoA Connect: Upcoming Events | AoA Connect (associationofapprentices.org.uk).

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Connect, Collaborate, Create - BIRMINGHAM Apprentice Meet-Up

Connect, Collaborate, Create – BIRMINGHAM Apprentice Meet-Up

Thursday 3rd April 2025 – Join us for an exciting evening of networking, learning, and opportunity at Connect, Collaborate, Create — a networking event for apprentices, apprentice employers and learning providers. Hosted by Multicultural Apprentice Network in partnership with Association of Apprentices & Apprenticeship Branding Conference. Sponsored by Compass Group UK & Ireland.

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AoA's BIG Apprentice Meet-Up - MANCHESTER (free professional headshots available 📸)

The BIG Apprentice Meet Up – Manchester

Friday 2nd May 2025 – Gain access to tailor-made personal development and insights from guest speakers at our Manchester BIG #Apprenticemeetup this May, where we will be covering key topics with free professional headshots available!

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Masterclass of the Month - Ace Your End Point Assessment (EPA): Showcasing Yourself with Confidence with OAL

April Masterclass – Ace Your End Point Assessment (EPA)

Fri, April 25, 2025 at 12:00pm – 1:30pm

The Association of Apprentices is thrilled to invite you to our exclusive 2025 monthly masterclass series! This month’s focussing on preparing for and confidently smashing your EPA with End Point Assessment Organisation, Occupational Awards Limited!

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Monthly Themes for 2025

Discover Monthly Skill-Building Themes on AoA Connect

At the Association of Apprentices, we’re committed to nurturing professional growth. Our AoA Connect platform offers a unique, theme-based approach to skill development:

Monthly Focus: Each month, we spotlight a specific skill crucial for apprentice success
Curated Content:

  • Access tailored resources designed to enhance your expertise in the monthly theme
  • Interactive Learning: Engage in thought-provoking discussions with fellow apprentices
  • Expert-Led Masterclasses: Gain insights from industry professionals through exclusive sessions

Explore our upcoming themes below.

January's theme is Building Resilience
February is National Apprenticeships Week and our theme is Problem Solving and Decision Making
March's theme is Presentation Skills
April's theme is Spotlight on End Point Assessment
May's theme is Mental health and Wellbeing
June in Pride Month and our theme is Navigating Workplace Challenges
July's theme is Time Management and Productivity
August's theme is Personal Brand
September's theme is Motivation Mindset
October is Black History Month and our theme is Self-Awareness
November's theme is Career Planning
December's theme us Emotional Intelligence

Past Events - Stream them and more on AoA On Demand

Crafting Your Signature
Teaching the fundamentals level 2 Maths
EPA Conference
How to get more done whilst being kinder to yourself
Master the art of personal resilience cover image featuring woman smiling
Pearson EPA Clinic

Plus many more available on AoA On Demand, now.

Jan Richardson-Wilde

CEO, Occupational Awards Limited

Jan is the CEO of Occupational Awards Limited, a Director of the National Skills Academy for Food and Drink and an FE College Governor. She has over 35 years’ experience in the education sector in strategic and operational management of training programmes with colleges, private training providers, local authorities the voluntary sector and not for profit organisations. Jan has previously been a board member of the Learning and Skills Council, chair of the North Yorkshire Training Provider network and Vice-Chair of Yorkshire Coast College and a Governor of the Grimsby Institute for Further and Higher Education. She has extensive experience of education policy, apprenticeships, qualification, and curriculum development as well as business improvement.

Jan joined OAL in 2019, a leading non-profit industry-focused Awarding and End-Point Assessment Organisation, supporting a wide range of employers and of key stakeholders to succeed and surpass expectations. Jan is committed to continuous improvement and enthusiastic about improving the effectiveness, impact and quality of apprenticeships, education, and training in the UK and internationally. She has a wide range of experience of working in a collaborative context with employers and training providers to develop End Point Assessment, apprenticeships, and a wide range of vocational programmes.

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