Practical tools and expert guidance to embed Maths, English, Digital Skills and inclusive practice into apprenticeship delivery; building confident learners, confident staff and confident outcomes.
This interactive Masterclass offers a step-by-step approach to mapping Maths and English against the Functional Skills specifications and aligning them with the development of Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs) across apprenticeship standards, including Foundation Apprenticeships.
We’ll explore how digital skills and inclusive approaches can be woven through the curriculum and how AI tools can support planning, differentiation and delivery. You’ll leave with practical templates, AI guidance and new confidence in your approach.
This session will cover:
- A clear, structured approach to mapping Maths and English meaningfully into apprenticeship programmes
- How to align Functional Skills with KSBs, programme milestones and employer expectations to strengthen relevance and progression
- Practical ways to embed digital literacy into teaching, learning, assessment and progress reviews
- Inclusive strategies that help all learners, including those with low confidence or SEND, engage successfully with Maths, English and Digital Skills
- A step-by-step guide to using AI effectively and safely to reduce planning workload and enhance differentiation, feedback and learner support
- Adaptable templates, tools and examples to cascade to teams and embed into curriculum planning and delivery
About your session
This masterclass will be facilitated by Christine Edwards, a national consultant with over 25 years’ experience in post-16 education, specialising in apprenticeships, Maths, English and Digital Skills delivery, curriculum design and quality improvement. She works across independent training providers, employer providers and colleges, and is the lead consultant for the Greater Manchester Maths Ambassadors programme.
Known for her energy, insight and practical, evidence-informed approach, Christine is a trusted voice in the sector. She helps providers shift mindsets, strengthen staff confidence and embed core skills in vocational training in ways that improve engagement, inclusion and learner outcomes.
This session is designed for:
- Curriculum leads and training managers
- Functional Skills and vocational tutors
- Quality leads and Ofsted nominees
- Anyone responsible for apprenticeship planning, delivery or improvement
“Christine’s delivery was engaging, informative and practical. The tools she shared helped us completely rethink our approach to embedding maths and English – and the AI guidance was a real bonus!”
– Workshop delegate, 2025
Booking and payment:
Does it need to be attended live or can delegates review the materials afterwards? Materials could be reviewed afterwards, but the real value will be the interaction and this can get lost if not attending in person.
If you have several staff who would benefit, let us know and we’ll send you details of the most cost-effective way of accessing the session.
If you’re a public sector body (e.g. Local Authority), and unable to book via card, please email us. When you make a booking, you agree to these Terms and Conditions (including those who request a booking via email and invoice)
SDN CPD is designed for Government funded Training Providers. If you’re not a Government funded Training Provider but are still interested in attending please email events@strategicdevelopmentnetwork.co.uk to discuss your attendance in more detail before booking.
Masterclass breakdown
- 3 hour masterclass (live attendance highly recommended for maximum benefit)
- Masterclass recording and slides
- CPD attendance certificate
Date – Wednesday18 March, 10.00am – 1.00pm
Cost – £150.00 (+VAT)
In-house delivery
If you have a group of individuals interested, we can host a bespoke version for your organisation and tailor the content to you.
Please get in contact, and we can chat through your requirements and timescales:
T: 07415 414877