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- 2009 - Launched into the market with only three qualifications. Secured partnerships with five Further Education (FE) colleges.
- 2010 - Reached 35 members of staff. Began to pioneer vocational training in the health and social care sector.
- 2011 - Began development of online 'EQUAL Learner Management System (LMS). Published our first paper-based learning resource.
- 2012 - Daniel Wilson, James Earl and Rachel Kay joined TSN, now our - Commercial Director, Education Sales Director and Partnerships Director. Reached over 100 staff, now supporting over 6,000 learners.
- 2013 - Introduced the award-winning EQUAL learning platform into the market. Launched our 'Essentials' product range.
- 2014 - Awarded Matrix Standard and Investors in People. Achieved International Award for EQUAL system. Launched published learning resources into private training market.
- 2015 - Began working with New awarding bodies - AAT, ILM and CACHE. Voted third in Top 100 SMES in North Yorkshire.
- 2016 - Awarded first direct Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) contract. Now supporting a landmark 5,000 organisations.
- 2017 - Opened our London office. Shortlisted for Best Use of E-Learning and Best New Training Provider at AAT Awards.
- 2018 - Achieved level 2 'Good' Ofsted rating. Supported over 30,000 learners in one year.
- 2019 - Celebrating our 10-year anniversary. Have now helped over 195,000 people to achieve a recognised qualification!
Hybrid Learning: A Bridge to Hybrid Working
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2023: What’s next for the Education Sector?
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British education has come a long way over the years, evolving with every generation that passes through the corridors. As The Skills Network is always looking ahead to the future of learning, we...
Celebrating The Festival of Learning!
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The Festival of Learning is a week-long event that is celebrated annually around the country. Its mission is to highlight all the benefits of learning, celebrate the achievements of adults who have...
Free Training Courses in 2022, a Trick or a Treat?
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*This has been updated from the original 2021 blog The Adult Education Budget (AEB) is a government-funded scheme in England which aims to engage people aged 19 or over in learning and provide them...
Gillian Keegan appointed UK's next Education Secretary
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Gillian Keegan appointed UK’s next Education Secretary Rishi Sunak has scripted history this week as the first Indian heritage PM, youngest PM and first PM to be appointed by King Charles III....
Celebrating Black History Month
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What is Black History Month? The UK first started celebrating Black History Month in 1987, a month dedicated to celebrating the continued achievements and contributions of Black people in the UK....
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