Welcome back to Access All Areas, the podcast from Access Training, where we explore the people, pathways, and partnerships shaping the future of skills and training.

In Episode 4, we focus on leadership and management development — why it matters, how it transforms individuals and organisations, and why investing in the right training pays off. 🎧 In this episode, Beth is joined by:

• Wendy, Curriculum Lead for Business & Management at Access Training
• Matt, Business Development Consultant at Access Training and former Level 3 Team Leader apprentice
• Helen, Business Development Manager at Morrell Financial Services and current Level 5 Operations Manager (ODM) learner
• Cole, Design & Projects Team Leader at Purmo Group and Level 5 ODM learner

Together, they discuss:

• What great leadership really looks like in today’s workplace
• The difference between the Level 3 Team Leader and Level 5 Operations Manager programmes
• How apprenticeships support “accidental managers” and aspiring leaders
• Real learner and employer experiences of balancing work, learning, and leadership
• The practical skills learners take back into the workplace — from delegation and coaching to problem-solving and confidence
• Funding, the Apprenticeship Levy, and progression routes beyond Level 5

Whether you’re an employer developing future leaders, a professional stepping into management, or simply curious about leadership training, this episode offers honest insight and real-world value.

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In this episode, we explore our new Digital Apprenticeships and take a closer look at our growing range of short digital courses — all designed to help learners and employers across the North East and beyond develop the skills they need to power their digital future.

🎧 Join us for an insider conversation with the people shaping the future of digital skills development:

• Gary Phillips — Technical Training Manager, Access Training
• Callum Allison — Business Development Consultant, Access Training
• Paul Graham — Associate Head of School, Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Sunderland, who oversees their apprenticeship provision

Together, we break down how our digital and IT apprenticeship offer is evolving to meet real-world industry needs, the progression routes available, and how learners at every stage can benefit.

📌 Topics covered:

• Launch of our new Digital Apprenticeships
• Overview of our short digital courses
• Progression routes and additional provision
• Who can benefit and why now is the time to get involved

Whether you’re looking to build confidence with desktop applications, gain a recognised IT certification, or upskill your in-house IT or technical team — we’ve got you covered.

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Welcome to Episode 2 of the Access All Areas Podcast – presented by Access Training! 🎉

In this episode expect real stories, expert insights, and a clear breakdown of our new marketing apprenticeship programmes – it’s a powerful route to make marketing your superpower.

🎧 What to expect in this episode: - Why Marketing? Why now? - Real life apprentice stories - Marketing skills that stick - Funding and support for businesses - and much more! This is the start of something exciting. Join us as we go behind the scenes, beyond the job titles, and into what really matters in marketing.

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Learn more about our Marketing Apprenticeships at: https://www.accesstraining.org/apprenticeships-for-employers/marketing/

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Access All Areas Podcast – presented by Access Training! 🎉

In this debut episode expect real stories, expert insights, and a clear breakdown of why Level 7 is more than just a qualification – it’s a powerful route to becoming a Chartered Accountant.

🎧 What to expect in this episode: - Why now is the time to "Get Chartered" - Real-life apprentice experiences - How apprenticeships offer a powerful alternative to traditional finance routes - What employers can gain from investing in Level 7 talent This is the start of something exciting. Join us as we go behind the scenes, beyond the job titles, and into what really matters in accounting, leadership, and learning.

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Learn more about Level 7 Apprenticeships at: https://www.accessaccountancyhub.org/