Employer engagement and work-related learning
The Diploma in Creative and Media is a challenging new qualification for 14 to 19 year olds in England, designed to give them knowledge, skills and experience needed by employers.
In the context of the Diploma, by employer we mean any company, organisation, practitioner or freelancer that can support the delivery of this qualification.
The Diploma combines theoretical study with projects and activities that bring young people into contact with the world of work. To bring the Diploma to life, employer involvement is essential through the provision of work related learning.
Use the links below to find out more about work related learning, the Diploma and its benefits to you as an employer.
The Diploma: designed for the world of work
The Diploma in Creative and Media has been introduced in response to employer demands for new employees to have more developed personal and functional skills, and a higher awareness of the world of work.
Read MoreHow employers will benefit
There is a strong business case for employer involvement in work related learning and the Diploma in Creative and Media. See why you should help develop tomorrow's workforce.
Read MoreMeet the Quality Benchmark for Work-related Learning
If your business or organisation wants to offer work-related learning to young people, the Quality Benchmark will help you demonstrate that your provision is appropriate, accessible and safe
Read MoreGet Involved
Employers played a key role in the design of the Diploma in Creative and Media. Their involvement in the actual teaching of the qualification is even more crucial. If you're an employer and want to get involved, find out how here.
Read MoreWork-related learning case studies
Work-related learning describes any activity that brings students into contact with the world of work, or work-related issues. Find out more about how you could get involved in inspiring tomorrow's workforce today.
Read MoreDeveloping the Diploma
The Diploma Development Partnership (DDP) for Creative and Media is a partnership of three advisory groups. The DDP is using the expertise and advice gathered through those groups in order to develop models of working to promote successful delivery of the Diploma.
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