• A new and improved policy for how mandatory qualifications will work with apprenticeships
• Explore what the future of employer-led apprenticeship design would look like

• The Journey to a Million – What our UCAS data tells us about the road to 2030
• Opening up greater choice – Bringing parity to the apprentice experience
• Enhancing awareness of apprenticeships from a young age and supporting all students to be able to choose apprenticeships

• Exploring how the Apprenticeship & Skills Partnership unites partners from local government, business, and education providers
• Hearing insights into the National Apprenticeships Hub Group and the latest initiatives that aim to support organisations of any size regarding apprenticeship and skills training 
• Sharing learnings from these initiatives and how other organisations can support their regions 

• Exploring what will support the growth of apprenticeships 
• Creating opportunities for more universities to offer degree apprenticeships across region-focused areas 
• Collaborating with regional opportunity hubs to engage with SMEs in a place-based approach 
• Questions and answers

• Explore why and how Manchester Metropolitan University have grown their degree apprenticeships

• An overview of the Department for Work and Pensions apprenticeship strategy
• Apprenticeship delivery from the perspective of a large government department
• Overcoming challenges and best practice

• Looking into the current provision of healthcare apprenticeships and how they are providing services across the sector 
• Supporting apprentices in their healthcare journey and ensuring they receive quality training and skill development to continue in the profession 
• Discussing new opportunities for healthcare apprenticeships to meet additional needs in the sector and support the future health service 

• Explore the latest research findings on apprenticeship outcomes, effective strategies to improve the overall quality of apprenticeship programmes and the benefits they offer to participants
• Delve into the complexities of employer investment in apprenticeships
• Gain insights into fostering equitable opportunities for apprentices
• Understand the significance of creating inclusive apprenticeship environments and how organisations can actively promote diversity and equal access to apprenticeship opportunities

• Dive into the findings of Youth Employments Youth Voice Census
• Explore what is working well for young people on their apprenticeship journey, identify key challenges and pain points faced by young apprentices
• Discuss actionable strategies to enhance the apprenticeship experience for young individuals

• How to prepare for an endpoint assessment
• Best practice guides for Training Providers and EPA organisations

*Programme subject to change without notice