Welcome to Skillset

Audiophile workstation - The London Studios

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Skillset is the industry body which supports skills and training for people and businesses to ensure the UK creative industries maintain their world class position.

If you're working in one of these industries, we have information and resources to help you take your career to the next level.

And if you're just starting out, you'll find information on all the different jobs out there to help you decide which one is right for you.

Skillset to help 500 small creative businesses take on first apprentice through cash incentive

Business Secretary Vince Cable today announced that Skillset will direct incentive payments of up to £1,500 to 500 small firms taking on their first apprentice.

Skillset and Creative Process showcase innovative creative and digital media apprenticeships

Skillset have created innovative new apprenticeships for the digital era with the Advanced Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media.

Events and activities are going on up and down the country to celebrate #SkillsetApprenticeships. Find out about them here.

What could an Apprentice do for your business?

Apprenticeships provide the key work-based learning pathway and the opportunity to 'earn and learn'. They provide effective training and education, as the occupational qualification is based on national occupational standards.

Sam Taylor Wood directing Nowhere Boy, a contributor to the Skills Investment Fund. Image thanks to Icon Film Distribution

Skillset manages and distributes a range of training funds for the creative industries which are supported by industry, Government and the National Lottery. Find out what funding you are eligible for.

Skillset Careers can help you to identify new opportunities, find the right training and build the career you want.

Skillset, Focus Point, 21 Caledonian Road, London, N1 9GB. Tel: 020 7713 9800

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