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Entwistle, T. (2008), "Lifelong learning, partnership and modernization in the NHS", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 22 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/dlo.2008.08122bad.001
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2008, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Lifelong learning, partnership and modernization in the NHS
Article Type: Abstracts From: Development and Learning in Organizations, Volume 22, Issue 2.
Lifelong learning, partnership and modernization in the NHS
Entwistle T., McBride A., Mustchin S. The International Journal of Human Resource Management, September 2007, Vol. 18 No. 9, Start page: 1608, No. of pages: 19
Purpose Examines the relationship between lifelong learning and workplace learning and partnership, in the context of workforce modernization. Design/methodology/approach Discusses workplace learning, partnership and workforce modernization; explores the structure, process and outcome of the Skills Escalator approach adopted by the NHS. Investigates the extent to which union involvement in skills development is able to influence the content of learning from a narrow, employer driven focus. Describes the interviews undertaken with learning managers and staff involved in delivering workplace learning in a variety of English healthcare organizations; presents seven NHS case study examples of how unions were involved in the skills development agenda. Findings Identifies a number of challenges facing unions without formal learning partnerships; highlights how there was little evidence of unions being able to determine the manner in which organizations interpreted and implemented the skills escalator concept. Puts forward how while mangers were keen to involve staff over training issues; they failed to consult over structural changes. Research limitations/implications None stated. Originality/value Provides in depth case study examples of trade union involvement in training in the NHS.ISSN: 0958-5192Reference: 36BC106
Keywords: Employee development, Human resource management, Lifelong learning, National health service