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CPD: What It Is and Why It Matters During (and After) Your Apprenticeship
If you’ve started an apprenticeship (or you're about to), you might have heard the term CPD thrown around. But what exactly does it mean and why should you care?CPD is all about growing your skills, knowledge and confidence over time. Whether you're just getting started or thinking ahead to your future career, understanding CPD can ma...
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Mindfulness: Finding calm in a busy world
In today’s world, it can be easy to rush through life without taking time to notice what’s happening around you. Paying attention to the present moment, your thoughts and feelings, the world around you, and the events unfolding in your life, can significantly improve mental health and wellbeing. Mindfulness offers an antidote: a simple ...
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November TOTM: Men's Mental Health
Men's Mental Health matters. Yet too often, men feel they have to cope in silence. This November, we're breaking the stigma and highlighting ways men can look after their mental wellbeing, because no one should have to face life's pressures alone. Why talk about Men's Mental Health? Men are often taught to "stay stron...
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IPS Celebrates Success at the Kent & Medway Graduation Ceremony 2025
On Thursday 16th October, IPS proudly participated in the Kent and Medway Graduation Ceremony 2025, celebrating the achievements of apprentices, employers, and training providers across the region. The annual event highlights the dedication, hard work, and success of those completing apprenticeship programmes, showcasing the positive impact apprent...
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Religious Beliefs
Religion has influenced human history, culture, and identity for thousands of years and it continues to shape the way we live today. Whether through traditions, celebrations, or the values people carry into their daily lives, faith plays a role in how communities connect and how individuals see the world. Talking about religion isn’t about pe...
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Homelessness and Poverty: Raising Awareness
Homelessness and Poverty can happen to anyone, often through no fault of their own. From sleeping rough on the streets to staying in temporary shelters or “sofa surfing” with friends, thousands of people in Kent face the daily uncertainty of not having a safe, stable home. For many, poverty is both a cause and a consequence - makin...
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What Does Professionalism in the Workplace Look Like in 2025?
What Does Professionalism in the Workplace Look Like in 2025? Professionalism in 2025: More Than Just a Suit and a Handshake Picture this: It’s your first day at work. You’ve got your outfit sorted (smart but not too formal), your coffee in hand, and you’re about to send your first email. But wait—do you start with...
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IPS International Engineering Awards Evening 2025
A week on from our Awards Evening – how time goes fast!! Let’s look back at the highlights in this blog! Celebrating ExcellenceThe IPS Engineering Awards Evening 2025 was a celebration of hard work, learning and achievement throughout the year. Held on Thursday 17th July 2025 at Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham, the evening brought ...
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Everything You Need to Know About Working with a Training Provider (Like IPS!)
If you’re thinking about hiring an apprentice—or you already have and want to make sure they’re getting the right support—one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right training provider. And if that phrase already sounds a bit overwhelming, don’t worry. You're not alone. At IPS In...
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6 Things To Know Before Starting An Apprenticeship
Starting an apprenticeship is a significant step, and it may feel a bit daunting. You’re entering the world of work, learning new skills, meeting new people, and figuring out how it all fits together. It’s exciting but also overwhelming at times. Before starting an apprenticeship, you probably can’t think of everything you wa...
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Dress to Impress: Your Ultimate Guide to Looking Professional at Work (Without Losing Your Personality)
Starting a new job or apprenticeship can feel like a whirlwind. There’s the excitement of a fresh start… mixed with the nerves of wanting to make a good impression. One of the simplest ways to boost your confidence from day one? Dressing appropriately for the workplace. The way you dress says a lot about you, before you even say a...
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How to Build Resilience and Bounce Back Stronger
Life has a way of throwing curveballs when you least expect them – whether it’s a setback at work, a challenge in your personal life, or just one of those weeks where everything feels a bit too much. That’s where resilience comes in. It’s the ability to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change, and keep going, even when th...