Worcestershire cricket club partners with college on careers

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 06:08 · Archive

Worcestershire County Cricket Club and Heart of Worcestershire College have formed a partnership to give students practical work experience and career insights.

Worcestershire County Cricket Club and Heart of Worcestershire College have joined forces in a new strategic partnership. The collaboration will give students hands-on experience and insights into career pathways within a professional sporting environment, with a focus on roles in sport, business, hospitality, and catering.

Through the partnership, students will participate in work placements, guest lectures, and skills sessions hosted by WCCC. The club will also contribute to curriculum development by sharing industry knowledge and taking part in employer forums. Mo Horan, vice principal of apprenticeships, partnerships and skills at HoW College, said the partnership would 'provide valuable opportunities for our students to engage with industry professionals, develop their transferable skills, and gain practical experience that will support their future ambitions'.

Ashley Giles MBE, chief executive officer at WCCC, stated that the partnership would 'help students to gain a better understanding of those opportunities while developing the skills they need for the workplace'. The collaboration aims to connect education with the local sporting community and raise awareness of career options within a professional sports organisation.

How it is being reported

• Worcestershire county cricket club partners with college to boost careersHeart of Worcestershire College and Worcestershire County Cricket Club have teamed up to give students practical experience and career insights in sport, business, hospitality and catering.Worcester News · 23 Oct, 05:00
• Worcestershire county cricket club partners with college to boost careersHeart of Worcestershire College and Worcestershire County Cricket Club have teamed up to give students practical experience and career insights in sport, business, hospitality and catering.Malvern Gazette · 23 Oct, 05:00

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