http://www.skillsactive.com daily 1 2006-08-03T14:59:36Z http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/awarding-bodies/cache CACHE develops courses and qualifications for people who work, or want to work, in childcare. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/qualifications-and-curriculum-authority The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) is committed to building a world-class education and training framework that meets the changing needs of individuals, business and society. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/learndirect Learndirect is a network of online learning and information services. It's a government-sponsored initiative in flexible learning, intended to make possible the vision of a "learning society" where everyone can learn and upgrade their skills throughout life. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/apprenticeships-information This site gives guidance to both learners and employers on apprenticeships. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/leisurejobs-co.uk If you are interested in leisure as your career then leisurejobs.co.uk is your ideal career partner. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/the-management-standards-centre The Management Standards Centre (MSC) is the Government recognised standards setting body for the management and leadership areas. Over the past two years, the MSC has been engaged in a publicly funded project to develop a new set of National Occupational Standards (NOS) for management and leadership. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/national-council-for-voluntary-organisations The National Council Voluntary Organisation works with and for the voluntary sector in England by providing information, advice and support and by representing the views of the sector to government and policy-makers. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/russell-commission-consultation-on-youth-action-and-engagement The Russell Commission has been set up by the Government to develop a new national framework for youth action and engagement. It is part of Government’s wider programme to promote volunteering right across society, and to encourage active and engaged citizens. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/careers-education-and-jobs/institute-for-volunteering-research The Institute for Volunteering Research aims to develop knowledge and understanding of volunteering in a way that is relevant to practitioners and policy makers. This site provides an overview of the work of the Institute as well as detailed summaries of research that it has undertaken. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/government-agencies-and-initiatives/the-department-for-culture-media-and-sport Aims to improve the quality of life for all through cultural and sporting activities, to support the pursuit of excellence and to champion the tourism, creative and leisure industries. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/government-agencies-and-initiatives/the-department-for-education-and-skills The Department for Children, Schools and Families is committed to enabling all children and young people to reach their full potential. This requires a strong lead in securing integrated children’s services and educational excellence. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-11-06T09:26:45Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/government-agencies-and-initiatives/the-department-for-trade-and-industry BERR helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-11-06T09:19:14Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/government-agencies-and-initiatives/the-sector-skills-development-agency The Sector Skills Development Agency (SSDA) has been established to underpin the new network of UK wide Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) and promote effective working between sectors. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/government-agencies-and-initiatives/sure-start Sure Start is the Government's programme to deliver the best start in life for every child by bringing together: early education, childcare, health and family support. No publisher Tess Millar 2007-10-10T21:10:36Z SA Link http://www.skillsactive.com/resources/links/northern-ireland/the-volunteer-development-agency The Volunteer Development Agency provides support, training and information on volunteering, volunteer management, child protection and voluntary management committees. 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