The IEP Learning Academy team are excited to present a whole raft of engaging learning opportunities through our events calendar, designed to support employability practitioners in boosting their skills, knowledge, and effectiveness. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of employer solutions, explore AI’s role in employability, or improve candidate attraction and retention, IEP’s upcoming workshops and webinars offer rich opportunities for professional growth.

These events are led by industry experts and tailored to equip you with practical tools to meet the challenges of today’s employment landscape. Don’t miss out – check out and register for the fantastic opportunities below and take your employability practice to the next level!

Discover the Learning Power of the IEP Award in Employer Solutions

Wednesday, 18 September 2024 | 16:00

Created with Ingeus (UK) and Deakin University (Australia), the IEP Award in Employer Solutions helps employer-facing practitioners develop tools and competencies for building effective relationships with stakeholders. It shares best practice and sector data to establish industry standards and a consistent approach.

Join our expert presenters from the IEP Learning Academy, Kat Blacklock MIEP, IEP Learning and Assessment Consultant, and Tracy Jory MIEP, IEP Employability Assessor, to explore proven approaches, concepts, models, and frameworks that will support you in achieving service excellence with both internal and external stakeholders. 

Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/82bd7248-2774-4c47-894a-70469c1dbfb5@989526c7-6871-4b69-8f76-5db38b255443

LiveLearnLunch #188 – Recruitment – Candidate attraction and retention – the challenges and lessons we have learned

Wednesday, 25 September 2024 | 12:00

This session will be delivered by Craig Doyle FIEP who is the Director of Employability & Skills for Trigon Recruitment. Craig has worked within Employability & Skills as a Practitioner and Senior Leader for 20 years and has been recruiting for the Sector since establishing Trigon Recruitment 4 years ago. During this session Craig will explore candidate attraction and retention sharing both his and his team’s experiences.

The session will highlight what has worked well and equally the common mistakes that have been observed. Through case studies, sharing best practice and some thought-provoking insights, from Trigon Recruitment’s unique and objective perspective gleaned from dealing with a broad range of employers and candidates, this session is a must for any organisations looking to refine and improve both their employee retention rates and candidate attraction.

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckduysqD4vEtRm4bXXuCLyafsKpHivvtZY

Discover the Learning Power of the IEP Award in Coaching for Employability

Thursday, 26 September 2024 | 10:00

Employability practitioners often face high caseloads and disengaged clients with complex needs. They also deal with competing priorities and pressure to meet targets, which can result in a loss of confidence and motivation. This programme, specially created for frontline practitioners and managers, addresses these challenges by focusing on coaching skills, wellbeing strategies, emotional intelligence and behavioural nudging.

Join our expert presenters from the IEP Learning Academy, who will explore the ways this programme provides practitioners with practical and powerful wellbeing and work-readiness strategies to support, influence, and nudge jobseekers towards positive employment outcomes.

Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6a891241-5a05-4225-9ab3-499e55ef6b8a@989526c7-6871-4b69-8f76-5db38b255443

Now booking! – IEP Accredited Award in Artificial Intelligence for Employability Training

Tuesday, 1 October 2024 | 09:30 – 16:30 

Combining virtual classroom sessions and learner activities, the IEP Award in AI for Employability introduces learners to common AI platforms before exploring the ethical considerations and implications of AI and the direct application of AI on the front-line including how to create and tailor CV’s, prepare participants for interviews, conduct skills audit and skills gap analysis and produce career development plans. 

After completion of the one-day training workshop learners will have a month to complete 3 short assignments including a case study which ensure they understand and are able to apply their newly developed skills in their workplace. 

Register your interest: https://members.myiep.uk/events/66d96bc7c91eec00080c2e10/description?ticket=66d96bc7c91eec00080c2e0f

Now booking! – IEP Accredited Award in Employer Solutions: Induction

Tuesday, 1 October 2024 | 10:00

The IEP Award in Employer Solutions comprises a blended learning approach which starts with completion of eLearning modules which are explored in further depth during 6 online group sessions. Learners are then assessed putting the learning into practice through a series of work-related assignments. 

Register your interest: https://members.myiep.uk/events/66d82d0f75c962000854445a/description?ticket=66d82d0f75c9620008544459

Discover the Learning Power of the IEP Award in AI for Employability

Thursday, 3 October 2024 | 10:00

With its ability to learn and adapt, Artificial Intelligence has become a driving force behind countless advances in our daily lives, transforming the way we live and work.

Join our expert presenter from the IEP Learning Academy, James McKenna AIEP, IEP Learning & Assessment Consultant, for an insightful session and discover how this programme empowers frontline practitioners with the necessary knowledge and skills to harness AI’s potential and help make informed decisions in applying AI effectively to support participants in achieving sustainable employment.

Register: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/4115bec6-75bd-42b5-b107-fea21ba8e206@989526c7-6871-4b69-8f76-5db38b255443

Don’t forget to tune into our podcasts for on-the-go learning!

Sign up for bi-weekly podcasts from the IEP Learning Academy, in collaboration with Assemble You, providing free structured learning content exclusively for IEP members.

Episodes cover power skills such as Wellbeing at Work, Diversity & Inclusion, Cyber Security, and more, these 10-minute episodes offer practical tips and strategies to enhance professional practice.

Request access to our podcast: https://myiep.uk/contact-us/