Workshop Applications
Your chance to share knowledge and ideas at the Apprenticeships & Training Conference.
Deadline: 31 October 2025
Your chance to share knowledge and ideas at the Apprenticeships & Training Conference.
Deadline: 31 October 2025
Over the course of two days, the Apprenticeships and Training Conference features over 80 sessions led by experts from across the apprenticeship and training sector. Approximately half of the conference content is selected through our open application process, allowing us to uncover fresh voices and innovative ideas. The remaining sessions are curated by the conference team in collaboration with key partners, including the Department for Education, Ofsted, AELP, Skills England, CBI, and more.
This open application process enables us to discover new speakers and ensure a wide-ranging, inclusive programme, reflecting diversity in both topics and participants.
We invite individuals and organisations to apply to share their expertise, insights, and innovative ideas at the Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026. To be considered as a speaker, please ensure your application is fully completed and submitted via our online application portal.
Please note the deadline of 23:59 on 31 October 2025.
We encourage you to carefully review your application before submission, as only those received by the deadline will be considered for inclusion in the programme.
Our team will carefully review all speaker applications during November. Due to the high volume of submissions and a limited number of speaking opportunities, we regret that not all applicants will be selected.
While we greatly appreciate the contributions of those who have spoken at the conference in the past, please note that previous participation does not guarantee preference in the selection process. Each application will be evaluated on its individual merit, originality, and relevance to the conference’s themes.
We thank you for your understanding and appreciate your interest in contributing to the Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026.
The Apprenticeships and Training Conference (ATC) offers a comprehensive programme designed to address the most pressing issues and opportunities for employers and training providers. For ATC 2026, our content strands have been carefully curated to provide valuable insights and practical strategies for professionals across the education, business, and policy sectors.
These content strands are designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in a rapidly changing environment.
The key content strands for the conference are:
System Reform & Policy
Exploring reforms, policies, and regulatory shifts shaping the future of apprenticeships, technical education, and workforce development systems.
Skills Intelligence & Workforce Planning
Using data and foresight to align training with evolving labour market needs, business strategy, and future talent pipelines.
AI, Data & Learning Tech
Harnessing AI, analytics, and digital tools to transform learning design, delivery, personalisation, and organisational efficiency.
Inclusive, Healthy & Ethical Workplaces
Building equitable, supportive environments through inclusive training, mental wellbeing strategies, and ethical workplace practices.
Quality, Assessment & Assurance
Driving high standards across training delivery and assessment through robust quality assurance, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
Employer Partnerships & Pathways
Strengthening collaborations between providers and employers to build meaningful apprenticeship routes and workforce progression pathways.
Funding, Finance & Accountability
Navigating funding systems, maximising levy use, and ensuring transparency, value, and impact in training investment.
Green & Infrastructure Skills
Preparing the workforce for a net-zero future by developing green, digital, and infrastructure skills to meet sectoral and national targets.
Leadership Development
Equipping current and future leaders with the skills, behaviours, and mindsets needed to lead thriving teams and transform organisations.
When submitting your application, please ensure you have the following information ready:
Session Title & Description: Provide a title for your session, along with a brief description. You will also need to outline key takeaways attendees will gain from your session.
Speaker Information: Include a bio and photo for each speaker involved in the session (up to a maximum of three speakers). If you are applying on behalf of others, ensure you have their permission to use and share their details.
Session Timing Preferences: Let us know if you have any preferences for when your session could take place.
Category & Target Audience: Select the appropriate category for your session and identify the target audience you aim to engage.
Editing Your Application: You can edit your application up until the submission deadline.
Important Notes: Partially completed applications will not be considered, so please ensure all required information is provided. Please also note that commercial applications will be rejected. If you wish to promote a product please consider our exhibiting options.
It is time to apply to host a workshop at the ATC.
Online Application
All applications should be submitted before the end of 1 October 2025.
Before 23:59
Your application will now be reviewed by the team.
Review process
The ATC will inform all applicants about its decision before the end of 12 December.
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Before Christmas we will start to announce content for the ATC including your session!
Promotion
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