About KFE
About KFE
About KFE
KFE Skills Competitions 2018
KFE Skills Competitions 2018
KFE on Twitter
KFE on Twitter
Broadstairs
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FE colleges have changed hugely since 'incorporation' in 1992/3. Most are in fact significant multi-million pound businesses in their own right.
Whilst education and training provision is rightly at the core of what FE colleges do, KFE's colleges are all prime examples of multi-facetted organisations. Within each of our colleges there's a wide range of services and operations that have been established and developed to support our local-communities and businesses, whilst often making college life better and more accessible for our students and staff too.
The KFE Services page provides links to services delivered by each of our colleges. Some operate as separate businesses and others are linked ventures. In all cases they provide opportunities for student engagement and often employment with many also open to local communities.
FE colleges have changed hugely since 'incorporation' in 1992/3. Most are in fact significant multi-million pound businesses in their own right.
Whilst education and training provision is rightly at the core of what FE colleges do, KFE's colleges are all prime examples of multi-facetted organisations. Within each of our colleges there's a wide range of services and operations that have been established and developed to support our local-communities and businesses, whilst often making college life better and more accessible for our students and staff too.
The KFE Services page provides links to services delivered by each of our colleges. Some operate as separate businesses and others are linked ventures. In all cases they provide opportunities for student engagement and often employment with many also open to local communities.
KFE4Skills Live
Industry Skills Competition
6th March 2019
KFE4Skills
About KFE4Skills
Skills competitions are a fantastic way for students to build real confidence, sharpen their abilities and prepare for the transition from college into work. At Kent Further Education, colleges from across the county join forces each year for the KFE4Skills competition, bringing learners from East Kent Colleges Group, MidKent College and North Kent College together to put their skills to the test against a wider field.
Being part of a skills competition takes learning beyond the classroom. Students take part in live industry challenges that reflect the kinds of tasks they may face in their future careers. These are not set in familiar college spaces, but in different campuses and unfamiliar settings, which encourages participants to think on their feet, adapt quickly and manage their time effectively. This kind of experience mirrors the pressures of the workplace, where professionals are expected to deliver high-quality results often in new environments and under tight deadlines.
Joint competitions such as KFE4Skills offer students the added benefit of competing alongside and against peers from other colleges. That healthy element of rivalry helps build resilience and self-belief, while certificates and medals provide something concrete to showcase on a CV or at job interviews. Many finalists also have the opportunity to go forward to regional and national level competitions, such as the WorldSkills UK heats, giving a further chance to stand out and gain recognition.
In addition to technical ability, students also develop essential transferable skills. Communicating with judges and fellow competitors, organising themselves amid the bustle of a big event, and adapting to new surroundings are all part of the learning curve. These are exactly the sorts of skills employers look for when recruiting new talent. Skills competitions also allow industry partners to be involved in judging and mentoring, giving students valuable insights into employer expectations in their chosen sector.
Above all, competitions are enjoyable and memorable experiences that give students a chance to celebrate their hard work and creativity. Whether a student wins a medal, earns a certificate or simply gains feedback from industry experts, the boost to confidence and readiness for the world of work is significant. Skills competitions are not just about performance on the day; they help bridge the gap between study and career success.
