The links and resources below are provided for those involved in training who have questions about how to continue to support apprentices, trainees and employers during training centre closure due to COVID-19. Although these represent authoritative sources of information, they are being updated (and will be added to) regularly so please check links are the most up to date. For centres delivering City & Guilds or BESA qualifications please check with your Assessment Team for clarification if in doubt.

 

Government/Association information pages on temporary changes to Apprenticeship delivery

 

Industry information on working practices etc

 

Free learning resources for Students and Apprentices on furlough

We would like to add more short training videos and webinars to our programme over the next few months. Please get in touch if you can offer any video training or talks on practical subjects suitable for students.

 

Keeping the training community in touch, sharing resources and updates

icon e learningIOR is running an online Trainer networking meeting every Friday, and issuing a Trainer newsletter (via MailChimp)  with news about extra resources or information. Trainers can join the mailing list here to receive invites to the web meetings.

 

Recent posts

IOR Membership Renewal

21 Mar 2025

 It's time to renew your membership to continue enjoying access to the IOR's extensive technical library, stay updated on valuable networking opportunities, and take advantage of exclusive discounts at selected events. 

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Latest RACHP EngTech Bulletins Available

14 Mar 2025

Bulletins on the impact of dirty condenser coils as well as on distributors and flooded evaporators are now available to subscribers of the IOR EngTech technical mailing.

Publication

IOR’s STEM Toolkit Shortlisted for the ACR News Award

4 Mar 2025

The Institute is delighted to announce that the IOR STEM Toolkit has been shortlisted for an ACR News Award in the Training Initiative category. 

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Celebrating the Past, Present and Future of the IOR

3 Mar 2025

During her speech at the IOR Dinner on 27 February, IOR President Lisa-Jayne Cook FInstR reflected on the IOR’s 125-year legacy of innovation, collaboration, and dedication.

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The IOR Recognises Outstanding Achievements

28 Feb 2025

The IOR Annual Dinner, held in London on 27 February 2025, celebrated outstanding individual contributions to the advancement of the RACHP industry and recognised businesses for their dedication to sustainability with the Beyond Refrigeration Environmental Award. Five awards were presented during the evening

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