Greater Manchester marks Learning at Work Week

The city-region’s leaders, business leaders and learners are encouraging others to embrace lifelong learning and to explore opportunities available this Learning at Work Week (15^th May to 21^st May). 

The theme of Learning at Work Week 2023 is ‘Create the Future’ and places a focus on how lifelong learning can help support both personal goals and support Greater Manchester’s economic growth.

As part of the week, the city-region is highlighting the fully-funded training schemes available for those living and working in Greater Manchester. Programmes include Skills for Growth, Skills Bootcamps and Multiply, a new scheme launched by the Department of Education supporting people who lack formal Maths qualification, as well as GMCA’s devolved Adult Education Budget.

The Greater Manchester Adult Education Budget provides free and partially-funded skills support for people to get on in life and work. A variety of courses that suit residents’ needs and circumstances can be accessed across Greater Manchester through many local councils, further education colleges, and independent training providers. 

Cllr Eamonn O’Brien, Greater Manchester’s lead for Education, Work, Skills, Apprenticeships and Digital, said:

“In Greater Manchester we want everybody to have the opportunity to access high quality learning opportunities, regardless of what stage they are at in their careers. Lifelong learning not only results in a more skilled workforce, but also ensures the city-region’s workforce can adapt to meet new demands whether it is new digital technologies or using 3D Printing to improve the lives of others.

“This Learning at Work Week I am encouraging staff members and business leaders to take advantage of the training opportunities available in Greater Manchester and help create a workforce fit for the future of the city-region.”