Programme · 1–2 March 2027
Two days that set the agenda for the year ahead
Plenaries each morning, workshops through the day, the exhibition throughout and the Gala Dinner & Awards to close. Liverpool Experience Campus (LEX).
What's in the programme
Big ideas and practical insight
The ATC 2027 programme balances big-picture thinking with practical, immediately applicable insight. Session titles, speakers and workshop details will be added on a rolling basis as they're confirmed – so check back regularly.
Both mornings
Plenaries
Leading thinkers, policymakers and industry leaders in the main auditorium, sharing insight on the latest policy and developments.
60+ sessions
Workshops
Six workshop groups across the two days, with a wide choice of practical, in-depth sessions in every slot.
For employers
Employer Summit
A focused, pitch-free strand designed exclusively for senior HR, People and L&D leaders.
All day, both days
Exhibition & networking
Breaks, lunch and networking receptions in the exhibition hall, alongside 55+ leading organisations.
Tuesday evening
Gala Dinner & Awards
The winners of the Apprenticeship & Training Awards 2027 revealed in front of 750+ guests.
Running order
Your two days at ATC 2027
Outline timings – subject to change.
Day one
Monday 1 March 2027
08:00–09:30Registration
Registration and exhibitionArrive early, grab a coffee and a croissant, and get ready for a big day at ATC.
09:30–11:30Plenary
Plenary oneLeading thinkers and industry leaders in the main auditorium, sharing insight on the latest policy and developments.
11:30–12:00Break
Morning breakRefreshments, exhibitors and networking.
12:00–13:00Workshops
Workshop group AChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
13:00–14:00Lunch
Lunch breakLunch, exhibitors and networking.
14:00–15:00Workshops
Workshop group BChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
15:00–15:30Break
Afternoon breakRefreshments, exhibitors and networking.
15:30–16:30Workshops
Workshop group CChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
16:30–18:00Networking
Networking receptionClose day one with dedicated networking time and an inspiring keynote speaker.
Day two
Tuesday 2 March 2027
08:00–09:30Registration
Registration and exhibitionCoffee, croissants and the exhibition before day two gets underway.
09:30–11:30Plenary
Plenary twoLeading thinkers and industry leaders in the main auditorium, sharing insight on the latest policy and developments.
11:30–12:00Break
Morning breakRefreshments, exhibitors and networking.
12:00–13:00Workshops
Workshop group DChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
13:00–14:00Lunch
Lunch breakLunch, exhibitors and networking.
14:00–15:00Workshops
Workshop group EChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
15:15–16:15Workshops
Workshop group FChoose from a wide range of practical, in-depth sessions.
16:15–17:30Networking
Closing networking receptionClose the conference with dedicated networking time and an inspiring keynote speaker.
18:00–00:30Evening
Gala Dinner & Awards Evening750+ guests celebrate the close of ATC 2027 as the winners of the Apprenticeship & Training Awards 2027 are revealed. Separate ticket.
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