National Upskill Blog

Meeting regulatory requirements under the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and industry security standards such as PCI DSS, alongside cyber security guidance from the Nationa...  more  

Did you know cyber incidents cost the UK economy an estimated £18–27 billion every year? As cyber threats continue to increase, businesses face growing pressure to strengthen their...  more  

For many businesses, apprenticeships have traditionally been viewed as an optional recruitment route or a “nice to have” development initiative. That mindset is changing quickly...  more  

The latest apprenticeship reforms signal a clear direction of travel from government: greater investment in early careers and a renewed focus on high-quality apprenticeship progra...  more  

Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of everyday business operations. From analysing data to automating routine tasks, AI tools are helping organisations work more...  more  

One of our learners began their journey with a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship at McVicar Debt Collection Ltd, gaining hands-on experience while learning in a real w...  more  

At National Upskill, we love celebrating learners who embrace growth, learning, and leadership. One inspiring example is Andrew Hardman, Purchasing Leader and Sales professional at...  more  

One of our learners reflects on their apprenticeship journey: how they’ve learned to trust their judgement, navigate the wobble moments, and celebrate the skills they didn’t realis...  more  

The UK's November 2025 budget announcement makes apprenticeship training for under-25s in SMEs fully government‑funded, which is a major opportunity for employers and learners  more  

Digital accessibility is no longer optional—it’s essential. As more of our lives move online, organisations need to ensure their websites, apps, and platforms can be used by everyo...  more