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Local Government Intelligence
Information, Advice and Guidance for Young People
31 Mar 2011
National Conference. Held at Westminster Studio, London SW1
This conference brought together experts and leaders from schools, the further and higher education sectors, local authorities and all others involved in the provision of IAG to hear what the future holds for IAG.
Programme
10:00
Dr Graeme Atherton, Executive Director, Aimhigher London WECAN partnership
Welcome and introduction by Conference Chair
Biography: Dr Graeme Atherton
10:10
Tricia Jenkins MBE, Director International Centre for Excellence in Educational Opportunities, University of Liverpool
Information, advice and guidance in the brave new world
Biography: Tricia Jenkins MBE
10:25
Steven Edwards, Project Manager, Bestcourse4me
Transparent and unbiased information for students
Biography: Steven Edwards
10:40
Gareth Griffiths, Head of Curriculum and Qualifications Policy, Young People’s Learning Agency (YPLA)
I know where I’m going: improving information for vocational learners
Biography: Gareth Griffiths
10:55
Biography: John Freeman CBE
11:10
Questions, comments and discussion: Session 1
11:25
Refreshments, networking and exhibition
11:55
Richard Barrett, Director, Deloitte LLP
How employers can support careers education
Biography: Richard Barrett
12:10
Peter Cobrin, National Education Director, Notgoingtouni
Young People's ambitions and the right guidance
Biography: Peter Cobrin
12:25
Richard Linley, Senior Policy Adviser, Equality, Action on Access
Specialist IAG: Is there a choice?
Biography: Richard Linley
12:40
Susan Hayday, Director of Workplace Learning Strategy, Foundation Degree Forward
Advising work based learners
Biography: Susan Hayday
12:55
Questions, comments and discussion: Session 2
13:10
Buffet lunch, networking and exhibition
What's on now:
14:10
Biography: Trevor Mason
14:30
Jo Hutchinson, Deputy Head of Centre, International Centre for Guidance Studies (iCeGS), University of Derby
The role of IAG in challenging stereotypes and promoting equality
Biography: Jo Hutchinson
14:50
Brian Lightman, General Secretary, Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL)
Supporting learners to reach their full potential
Biography: Brian Lightman
15:10
Questions, comments and discussion: Session 3
15:20
Refreshments, networking and exhibition
15:45
Seminar A: Critical websites – a vital role in the advisers toolkit
Hilary Nickell, Director, Surf In2 Careers Ltd and Project Manager Career Comp@nion Online
Biography: Hilary Nickell
15:45
Seminar B: The impact of the All Age Careers Service on the Schools Workforce
Julie Hughes, Workforce Strategy Professional Lead, Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)
Craig Hart, Workforce Strategy Project Manager, Training and Development Agency for Schools (TDA)
Biography: Julie Hughes
15:45
Seminar C: LMI for Career Practitioners
Stephen Martin, Development Officer (HE/FE), Connect South West Ltd
Biography: Stephen Martin
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Comments
@Dave Wheatley: The implementation of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) is likely to offer many more flexible opportunities for higher learning in the workplace (as well as at the preceding levels)