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Getting The Science & Technology Sector Future Ready

Prepare for tomorrow with the right skills and capabilities in place today. As specialists in skills for science and technology, we're here to make sure your business, your people and our industry are future ready. 
We're working to support the development of the green skills and occupations required to achieve net zero within the UK science and technology sector.
Our skills manifesto highlights the key challenges facing science and technology employers. Its insights are as a result of direct engagement with industry and our experience of the skills system.
We're committed to ensuring employers have the skills needed for success.  To celebrate our 21 years supporting ours sector, our impact report highlights some of our key achievements.
Specialist training services to develop your skills base, improve safety and manage risks in high-hazard industries. 
Our careers platform showcases diverse roles, practical advice, and real-world examples to support career exploration.
The HSA convenes industry, academia, research organisations, industrial clusters, government & skills bodies to support the move to a hydrogen-fuelled economy.

What's New


Cogent Skills appoints new Head of Commercial to its Apprenticeships division
19 November 2024
Alex joins from leading apprenticeships awarding organisation SIAS, where she was Head of Product for four…
New process safety qualifications launched by Cogent Skills and SIAS
12 November 2024
We are excited to announce that three of our flagship Process Safety Management courses are now…
Official Launch of SIAS as an Awarding Organisation
25 September 2024
Today marks the official launch of SIAS as an Awarding Organisation!Steve Smith, Managing Director, said:“As Managing…
How hosting a placement could benefit your business
2 September 2024
But what about the benefits to employers? Why should you – with all the day-to-day concerns…
Science Industry Ambassador of the Year Awards 2024 – meet the finalists
7 November 2024
The finalists all embody the commitment to and passion for science through their voluntary work in…
Science sector bodies launch innovative new partnership to enhance training opportunities
13 September 2024
Innovative medicines and therapies will be put at the heart of learning and skills development thanks…

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