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South London Lifelong Learning Network

South London Lifelong Learning Network. Sarah Adibi Sector Manager for Healthcare & Biomedical Sciences~ SL LLN. The History of Lifelong Learning Networks . ‘The problem of vocational progression can be simply stated – those who secure two or more A levels are

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South London Lifelong Learning Network

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  1. South London Lifelong Learning Network Sarah Adibi Sector Manager for Healthcare & Biomedical Sciences~ SL LLN

  2. The History of Lifelong Learning Networks ‘The problem of vocational progression can be simply stated – those who secure two or more A levels are overwhelmingly likely to enter HE, 9 out of 10 of them go into HE. The contrast with the experience of vocational learners could not be sharper. About 50% of those without vocational qualifications at level 3 enter HE’. (Newby, 2005:177)

  3. Lifelong Learning Networks • Joint HEFCE, LSC and DfES strategy to advance vocational and workplace progression into and through higher education

  4. Lifelong Learning Networks • Combine the strengths of a number of diverse institutions • Provide appropriate information, advice, guidance and support for learners on vocational pathways • Locate the progression strategy within a commitment to lifelong learning, ensuring that learners have access to a range of progression opportunities so that they can move between different kinds of vocational and academic programmes as their interests, needs and abilities develop • Bring greater clarity, coherence and certainty to progression opportunities • Develop progression agreements and ensure that they operate effectively across the network • Develop the curriculum as appropriate to facilitate progression • Value vocational learning outcomes and provide opportunities for vocational learners to build on earlier learning and to re-engage with learning throughout their lifetime

  5. Lifelong Learning Networks • 27 networks across the country – most are regional – some are national like the National Arts Network and Vetnet • 5 funded LLNs in London: Linking London, Thames Gateway, South East London, West London and South London

  6. The South London LLN Network of partners: • 10 Higher Education Institutions • 13 FECs • Around 20 other organisations

  7. SL LLN: Aims The South London Lifelong Learning Network (SL LLN) will focus on the needs of the vocational learner and will widen participation. It will increase learner progression, attainment and success and open up access to targeted vocational courses by providing information and advice, appropriate pathways, support for learners’ employers and institutions, backed by the necessary supporting infrastructure. The LLN will engage employers and meet their higher level skills requirements.

  8. SL LLN: Objectives • To increase the numbers of learners from vocational routes and non traditional backgrounds studying at higher levels • To increase the retention and success rate of learners from vocational routes and non traditional backgrounds • To increase the progression within higher education of those completing Foundation degrees and equivalent qualifications to honours degrees and post graduate study

  9. SL LLN: Objectives II • To meet the specific higher level skills requirements of employers in three target sectors • To further improve collaboration and sharing of best practice between higher education institutions, further education colleges, work based learning providers and other bodies and partnerships • To improve the regional skills base and quality of the workforce, and contribute to regional skills strategy priorities.

  10. Focus of the SL LLN • Three sectors • Healthcare and biomedical science • Construction & engineering • Sport, Leisure & Tourism • Young people and adults in learning • Work based learners • Adults engaging in CPD

  11. Awareness raising, information and guidance Supporting retention & success Better preparation Ensuring open and fair access Flexible progression Enabling effective transition Widening participation – supporting the learner journey HEFCE Strategic Plan

  12. Bromley College of F & HE Carshalton College Croydon College Greenwich University John Ruskin College Kingston College Kingston University & St George’s Merton College Orpington College RACC RUTC Roehampton University Royal Holloway South bank St Mary’s South Thames College West Thames College Healthcare & Biomedical Sciences

  13. Healthcare & Biomedical Sciences • Membership and Engagement of institutions • Curriculum Mapping • Qualification monitoring • Progression pathways and agreements • IAG • Employer requirements • Staff Development

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