Warwickshire College Group attains the national Quality in Careers Standard
We are pleased to announce Warwickshire College Group have achieved the national Quality in Careers Standard delivered by Ixion, part of Shaw Trust.
Warwickshire College Group is the managing body that manages several colleges of further education in the counties of Warwickshire and Worcestershire.
“The national Quality in Careers Standard has provided a flexible framework that enabled us to audit our work on careers and ensure our students are receiving advice, practical support and experience so they are prepared for the next stage of their education, employment, self-employment or training.”
– Emma Williamson, Head of Careers and Information at Warwickshire College Group
Emma Williamson, Head of Careers and Information at Warwickshire College Group said:
“Warkwickshire College Group recognises the important role college plays in helping students develop their knowledge, skills and experience so they can go out into the world and achieve personal success. The national Quality in Careers Standard has provided a flexible framework that enabled us to audit our work on careers and ensure our students are receiving advice, practical support and experience so they are prepared for the next stage of their education, employment, self-employment or training. Whilst we found the process of going through the national Quality in Careers Standard to be challenging, it has been a highly rewarding process that has brought together all of the teams that work to support students achieve their goals.”
Michele Squire, Careers Education Strategic Manager said:
“I was delighted to award Warwickshire College Group with the national Quality in Careers Standard. It is very clear, that the college’s senior leadership team are in support of a strong CEIAG programme and the achievement of this award. The current Head of Careers and Information and the Director of Student services at the time of the assessment for the quality award are committed, knowledgeable, focused and supported by a very strong careers team. ”
About the national Quality in Careers Standard
The national Quality in Careers Standard awarded by Ixion, part of Shaw Trust is designed to accredit good practice and encourage development in CEIAG for schools, academies, colleges, special schools, and smaller units.
For further information click on the link below or contact Michele Squire, Careers Education Strategic Manager on 07342 062779 or michele.squire@ixionholdings.com.