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).
This inspiring session, in our highly esteemed 2024 virtual masterclass series, is exclusively reserved for our valued AoA members. It has been thoughtfully crafted to empower you, enabling you to become the best version of yourself and embrace continual growth.
Join us in London this Christmas in partnership with Investors in People and supported by Norton Rose Fulbright. We’re offering apprentices the chance to connect, network and develop for free!
🎅🎄 Get Ready for the AoA Big Christmas Quiz on Thursday, 12 December at 12pm- 1pm! 🎄🎅
It’s time to bring out your Christmas spirit (and your competitive streak)! Join us for the AoA Big Christmas Quiz with your host , Apprentice Council Member, Ben Lawton! – an evening filled with fun, laughter, and holiday cheer. Whether you’re a quiz whiz or just in it for the festive vibes, we promise a jolly good time for all! RSVP now to secure your spot!
Discover your true potential at our December 2024 Masterclass: “Discovering You – The Journey to Self-Awareness”. Exclusive to AoA members. Led by performance coach George Anderson, you’ll learn to leverage your strengths for personal and professional growth.
Interested in meeting other apprentices, growing your network, and picking up some new skills? This remarkable chance offers you the opportunity to network with other apprentices and grow your professional network.
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.