Aby Williamson

In 2017, the UK Government introduced the Apprenticeship Levy to create 3 million apprenticeships in England by 2020. Whilst traditionally aimed at graduates and school leavers, the perception of apprenticeships…

What is National Apprenticeship Week? National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a week-long celebration that takes place in February. It brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a…

Lois Allen, Hair Educator at George’s Hairdressing, works one day a week with Heart of England to deliver training at all of their Leicestershire-based salons. When asked how she found…

Ian Williams, Customer Service Advisor at Stericycle, decided to take-on the level 3 management apprenticeship with Heart of England Training to develop himself in his career pathway, wanting to progress…

Melanie Richard's Hair & Beauty was established 12 years ago, based in Peterborough’s city centre. Richard, one of the salon owners, spoke with Heart of England Training on how excited…

This year for National Apprenticeship Week, we asked our learners about their experience doing an apprenticeship with Heart of England Training. Nia Presley, Assistant Business Manager at Selwood Academy, shared…

Heidi joined Heart of England Training in November 2019. She delivers Customer Service at Level 2 & 3, Office Practitioner Level 2, Teaching Assistant Level 3, Learning Mentor Level 3…

Millie & Co Salon was established 20 years ago based in Hampton, Peterborough. After working in the industry for 36 years Catherine Miller, the salon owner, decided to work with…

Beau Dunkley is a learner currently completing his full-time Barbering Course in Leicester with Heart of England Training. He also works at a salon every Saturday, after successfully finishing his…

In November, we met Eloise Godding, a Hairdressing Apprentice from Locks & Shades. She became a finalist for the Apprentice of the Year Awards, as well as becoming a nominee…