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UK construction skills in the context of European developments

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Series: Construction Management and Economics ; 16(3) September 1998, 553-567(14)Publication details: 1998Subject(s): Summary: Compares construction skills training in the UK with developments elsewhere in Europe, specifically Germany and The Netherlands. Examines comprehensive mapping of skills on an industry-wide basis and proposes broad trade profiles for the UK. Considers the move away from learning on the job, looking at alternative approaches of trainee sites, industry training workshops and college-based training. Discusses the role of employers, levy system of raising funds, skills recognition, continuous training, and equality of access. Includes references.
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Compares construction skills training in the UK with developments elsewhere in Europe, specifically Germany and The Netherlands. Examines comprehensive mapping of skills on an industry-wide basis and proposes broad trade profiles for the UK. Considers the move away from learning on the job, looking at alternative approaches of trainee sites, industry training workshops and college-based training. Discusses the role of employers, levy system of raising funds, skills recognition, continuous training, and equality of access. Includes references.