{"id":56979,"date":"2024-12-10T09:46:50","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T09:46:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sfc.ac.uk\/?p=56979"},"modified":"2025-07-29T16:06:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T15:06:32","slug":"worldskills-uk-competitions-an-incredible-journey-for-our-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sfc.ac.uk\/gd\/worldskills-uk-competitions-an-incredible-journey-for-our-students\/","title":{"rendered":"WorldSkills UK Competitions: An Incredible Journey for Our Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_56980\" style=\"width: 2570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-56980\" class=\"size-full wp-image-56980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sfc.ac.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sfc-worldskillsUK2024-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Gold medallists Cryptic Nexus (Network Infrastructure Technician - New College Lanarkshire), Lennon Bulloch (Digital Construction - New College Lanarkshire) and Luke Clayton (Computer-aided design in mechanical engineering - New College Lanarkshire). 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Photos: WorldSkills UK<\/p><\/div>\n<p>At New College Lanarkshire, WorldSkills UK competitions are a big part of what we do. We\u2019ve worked hard to weave the WorldSkills standards into our daily teaching, using competition-based learning to help students build the skills they need for the workforce of the future.<\/p>\n<p>This approach gives students the chance to embark on an amazing journey that could take them all the way to the international stage\u2014and who knows, maybe even become a world champion in their chosen skill. How exciting is that?<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not by chance that New College Lanarkshire beat more than 100 universities and colleges from across the UK to be crowned No.1 in this year\u2019s WorldSkills UK National Finals in Manchester. It\u2019s not by chance that, over all the years of WorldSkills UK, NCL is cumulatively the most successful institution \u2026 EVER! It\u2019s in our DNA. It\u2019s part of how we thrive, how we succeed.<\/p>\n<p>For me, it\u2019s not just about the medals (although they\u2019re fantastic, of course). It\u2019s about how these competitions push students to develop skills that are in high demand by employers. These are skills that set them apart, not just in their technical ability but in how they approach challenges and solve problems.<\/p>\n<p>In my role, I get to work closely with WorldSkills UK to design and deliver competitions that meet national and international standards. These are inspired by industry expectations and aim to stretch students, not just technically, but in ways that help them grow as people. It\u2019s all about encouraging skills like resilience under pressure, focus, problem-solving and other Meta-skills that are so important today.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s such a rewarding process to see students push themselves, rise to the challenge, and achieve incredible things. Whether it\u2019s competing on a national stage or building the confidence to tackle real world challenges, this work is about preparing them for a bright future.<\/p>\n<p>Every year, the exciting WorldSkills cycle kicks off in January and I get to work closely with WorldSkills UK and our industry partners to shape the next round of competitions. This includes building the framework for the Entry Stage, the National Qualifiers and the National Final, all key milestones in the journey.<\/p>\n<p>In February and March, we open registration and that\u2019s when the buzz really starts! We host webinars to give educators, employers and potential competitors a clear picture of what\u2019s involved. We talk through the cycle, share the key dates they need to know and explain the commitment required to take part.<\/p>\n<p>These webinars are more than just information sessions. They\u2019re packed with inspiration. We invite our amazing sponsors, judges and past competitors to join us and share their stories. Hearing from people who\u2019ve been through it before really helps to fire up the passion and drive for others to get involved.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s such a rewarding process to see that spark of excitement as people realise they\u2019re about to embark on something that could change their lives. That\u2019s what makes it all worthwhile.<\/p>\n<p>Within every WorldSkills UK cycle, there are amazing resources available at each stage for students, apprentices, educators and employers. Whether someone wants to participate or simply upskill their knowledge, there\u2019s something for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>For those who make it to the National Final, there\u2019s tailored training available, not just for the competitors but also for their educators and employers. This support helps everyone involved push the competitors to reach their full potential.<\/p>\n<p>As a lecturer at New College Lanarkshire, I take a lot of pride in teaching our students to meet the standards that industry demands. To help them reach this level, our courses are aligned with the Worldskills occupational standards and we\u2019ve also been using the WorldSkills UK Learning Lab. It\u2019s such a powerful tool! It allows us to benchmark our students\u2019 skills throughout the year against others across the UK. For me, it\u2019s a game-changer. It provides ready-to-teach resources and assessments that make it easier to help students enhance their skills and knowledge in their chosen area.<\/p>\n<p>At the college, I work closely with my colleagues to build a real team spirit around competitions, extending it across the curriculum. We all go that extra mile for our students because we\u2019ve seen what\u2019s possible: the achievements, the personal growth, and those unforgettable smiles from students who\u2019ve competed over the years.<\/p>\n<p>The students who take part in WorldSkills competitions gain so much more than technical skills. They get to meet new friends and become part of the WorldSkills UK Champions Network. For many of them, it\u2019s their first time leaving their local community, being away from parents or guardians or staying away from home. It\u2019s not just about competing. It\u2019s about giving them a sense of belonging and a life-changing experience they\u2019ll never forget.<\/p>\n<p>For me, WorldSkills brings a huge sense of satisfaction. Watching competitors grow &#8211; not only in their technical abilities but also in their confidence &#8211; is genuinely inspiring. I\u2019ve seen it firsthand. 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