What is a QAR?
A QAR (Qualification Achievement Rate) helps us understand how our apprenticeship programmes are performing, and more importantly, how we continue to support both apprentices and employers. At Crosby, we use the QAR as a regular check-in (reviewed monthly) to make sure we’re delivering high-quality learning experiences and identifying where we can improve. What does QAR […]
Why Digital Learning is the Future of L&D
What is a Digital Learning Designer, and why does it matter for the future of L&D? In simple terms, a Digital Learning Designer creates engaging, accessible digital learning experiences; from e-learning modules and videos to interactive resources and blended programmes. They combine learning design principles with user experience, technology and creativity to help people learn […]
Can I do the Level 3 CIPD for free?
The short answer. Yes. The longer answer (and how it works) If you work (or volunteer) in a small UK charity, CIC, social enterprise or community organisation, you may be eligible for the HRPCT x CIPD Trust Bursary. It provides funding towards tuition fees for the Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice and […]
Crosby’s Enrichment Programme – what’s coming up?
As part of our Enrichment Programme, we offer sessions that go beyond the standard curriculum, giving you opportunities to develop your skills, explore new topics, and gain insights that can be applied straight into your workplace. This calendar is republished every 3 months. Below you will find the March to April calendar details. March […]
Level 7 Apprenticeship Scrapped
In a move that’s created quite a stir across industries, the government has confirmed that Level 7 apprenticeship funding will be withdrawn from January 2026. Whether you’re an individual planning to develop your career, or an employer looking to support senior talent, here’s what the change means, and what your options are before the funding […]
Download Our Prospectus!
View Your Guide! The Crosby Apprenticeship Guide: An Interactive Prospectus fits all of Crosby’s offerings in the palm of your hand! What’s in there? You’ll find the fundamentals of each apprenticeship standard we deliver. This includes the duration, funding band, level, overview of the typical role and the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours you’ll gain throughout […]
Crosby’s Top 5 Apprenticeship Employers
We’re so excited to announce our Top 5 Apprenticeship Employers for our 2022/23 academic year… This recognition was given to the following employers for achieving Crosby’s Top 5 highest Qualification Achievement and Qualification Retention Rates as an apprenticeship employer during the 2022/23 academic year for employers with an excess of 5 apprentices on programme(s). […]
HR and L&D Apprenticeships: Fuelling the UK’s Economic Growth
Apprenticeships have emerged as a powerful tool for both individuals and the economy as a whole. In particular, apprenticeships in fields like Human Resources (HR) and Learning and Development (L&D) have a profound impact on the wider UK economy. By combining on-the-job training with formal education, these apprenticeships not only bridge the skills gap but […]
The 2023 Residential Season Begins!
Our brave Level 7 Senior People Professional Apprentices were the first to take on the Experiential Learning of a Lifetime Residential when they set off to Snowdonia in April… arguably the “chilliest” month of the season! But, that didn’t stop them! Their positive outlook and determination were reflected as they pushed their comfort zones. Learning […]
Apprentice Minimum Wage vs Apprentice Average Wage
“I can’t afford the pay drop!” Is a classic sentence we hear when someone is considering an apprenticeship – but why? The apprentice minimum wage has always been on the lower side, although, as we see an increase in higher level apprentices, is this a main factor that could be putting people off from learning […]