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Date: 20 January 2025
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Taking place on Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 January from 09:30 - 12:30Join us for this online conference that unites Governance Professionals from across the sector to discuss and address...
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An online masterclass series on Managing Student Behaviour in the Classroom, designed specifically to support teaching staff in further education colleges. These 90-minute sessions delivered by our expert trainers will...
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This online event provides an opportunity to ask questions about T Levels or the T Level Foundation Year during a dedicated Q&A segment. A panel of experienced providers and AoC...
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