Author: Page R & Hillage J
Pages: 55
Year: 2006
Source: WZB
This paper presents an overview of recent literature concerning skill gaps and vocational training in the UK. There is considerable employer influence in the market-led UK training system and the government typically encourages employer-funded training via policy and through the institutional and qualification frameworks. This approach is in contrast to much of the training policy across Europe. Employers in the UK train for a variety of reasons, primarily led by business needs.
Web link: http://www.employment-studies.co.uk/pubs/report.php?id=wzb01
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