Links to Other Bodies

Please note: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Care Brokerage has no control over external websites and we are not responsible for their content. However, we will always do our best to bring you information that is useful and up-to-date.

Self-directed support

For those wanting information more about one of the most important elements in the Personalisation Agenda, go to: Cambridgeshire County Council page on Self-directed Support. Please do not hesitate to

Association of Colleges

The Association of Colleges was created in 1996 as the single voice to promote the interests of further education colleges in England and Wales.
http://www.aoc.co.uk/

Business Link Cambridge

Part of the independent network of business advice and support services funded by the government, providing impartial, professional business information and support to help businesses in Cambridgeshire start, grow and prosper.
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/home?

Social Care and Health Access to Resources for Education and Training (SCHARET)

Supports the coordination and management of learning and development resources for health and social care across the Eastern Region.
http://www.scharet.org.uk/

Department for Children, Schools and Families

Created for the purpose of creating opportunity, releasing potential and achieving excellence for all.
http://www.dcsf.gov.uk/

Directgov

Information on workforce development and funding for learners
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/AdultLearning/index.htm

Employers' guide to training providers

Learning and Skills Council (LSC) guide aimed at helping employers choose the most suitable training provider for both business and workforce needs.
http://www.lsc.gov.uk/regions/EastofEngland/egtp/

Expert Voices Eastern (EVE)

EVE is a group of carers and people who use services from across the Eastern Region. EVE offers a unique viewpoint based on first hand experience of social care.
http://www.skillsforcare-eastern.org.uk/media/EVEleaflet.pdf

Investors in People (IiP)

Over 30,000 UK organisations are recognised as Investors in People. It doesn't matter what size or type of organisation you are, the Investors in People Standard is there to help all kinds of organisations improve they way they work. Investors in People recognise that organisations use different means to achieve success through their people. It does not prescribe any one method but provides a framework to help organisations find the most suitable means for achieving success through their people.
http://www.investorsinpeople.co.uk/Pages/Home.aspx

The Assessment Network Ltd, is licensed by Investors in People UK to assess organisations against the Investors in People Standard in the Eastern Region.
http://www.tan.org.uk

Move On

Move On is a national project offering Level 1 and 2 learners the National Certificates in Adult Literacy and Numeracy with a free brush-up course, aiming to reach new learners who donít see themselves as needing help with their basic skills.
http://www.move-on.org.uk/

Nextstep

Nextstep offers a free, impartial information and advice service for all adults living and working in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who need to find out about local jobs, training courses, funding, leisure activities and assistance for single parents.
http://www.nextstepcambs.org.uk/

Ofsted

The Office for Standards in Education is the inspectorate for children and learners in England. Ofsted contributes to the provision of better education and care through effective inspection and regulation.
http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/

Skills for Care

Skills for Care aims to modernise adult social care in England, by ensuring qualifications and standards continually adapt to meet the changing needs of people who use care services.
http://www.topssengland.net/
http://www.skillsforcare-eastern.org.uk/

Society, Health and Development Diploma

Students, employers and educators can find the latest news and information on the Society, Health and Development Diploma, an exciting and innovative new qualification for 14-19 year olds in England.
http://diploma.skillsforhealth.org.uk/

UK Online Centres

UK online centres aim to ensure that everyone in the UK who wants it will have access to computers, internet and email near to where they live.
http://www.ukonlinecentres.com/consumer

NHS Libraries

Last but not least, we would encourage you to take advantage of the NHS Libraries and to let us know which ones you have found relevant to your needs.