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    Apprenticeship and graduate talent services

Getting The Science & Technology Sector Future Ready

Prepare for tomorrow with the right skills and capabilities in place today. As specialists in skills for science and technology, we're here to make sure your business, your people and our industry are future ready. 
We're working to support the development of the green skills and occupations required to achieve net zero within the UK science and technology sector.
Our skills manifesto highlights the key challenges facing science and technology employers. Its insights are as a result of direct engagement with industry and our experience of the skills system.
We're committed to ensuring employers have the skills needed for success.  To celebrate our 21 years supporting ours sector, our impact report highlights some of our key achievements.
Specialist training services to develop your skills base, improve safety and manage risks in high-hazard industries. 
Our careers platform showcases diverse roles, practical advice, and real-world examples to support career exploration.
The HSA convenes industry, academia, research organisations, industrial clusters, government & skills bodies to support the move to a hydrogen-fuelled economy.

What's New


Apprenticeship Achievement Data Released
27 March 2025
The latest release of Qualification Achievement Rate data for Apprenticeships during the 2023/ 24 academic year…
New Course Launched: Introduction to Hydrogen Safety
7 May 2025
Cogent Skills is pleased to announce the launch of its new one-day training course, Introduction to…
Science Industry Ambassador of the Year Award – Applications open
17 June 2025
Do you know someone who has made a significant positive impact on young people, teachers or…
How hosting a placement could benefit your business
2 September 2024
But what about the benefits to employers? Why should you – with all the day-to-day concerns…
Science Industry Ambassador of the Year Award – Applications open
17 June 2025
Do you know someone who has made a significant positive impact on young people, teachers or…
Spending Review 2025 Summary
12 June 2025
The review is for to 2028–29 and for capital investment through to 2029–30, including block grants…

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