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IWA congratulates NWS on its ISO accreditation - 10/01/2012
IWA is pleased to offer its congratulations to Nationwide Windscreen Services, which has achieved ISO 9001:2008 accreditation for continuous improvement.
IWA helps call for entries for 2012 UK Master Fitter competition - 05/12/2011
Skills competitions bring many benefits to a business says IWA boss, Maria Charlton, who is encouraging automotive glazing techicians to take part in the 2012 UK Master Fitter competition.
UK Master Fitter 2011 crowned champion - 07/11/2011
After a close fought contest, Simon Watling who is employed by Agriglaze, has won the title of UK Master Fitter 2011 and a Gold Medal at the Worldskills UK event.
IWA in the running for training provider of the year - 25/10/2011
In recognition of its work with Apprenticeships in the automotive glazing sector, IWA has been shortlisted for the 2011 Proskills Awards.
Modern Apprenticeships in the spotlight in Scotland - 06/09/2011
5 September saw the start of the first Scottish Apprenticeship Week in a bid to encourage more employers to recruit young trainees.
IWA supports first Scottish Apprenticeship Week - 22/08/2011
Scotland’s first Apprenticeship Week takes place from 5-9 September with the full support of IWA, which is encouraging employers to recruit apprentices.
Scottish Master Fitters head to the UK final - 15/06/2011
Two of Scotland’s finest automotive glazing technicians tied for top spot at the regional finals of the UK Master Fitter 2011competition.
First for Scottish automotive glazing apprentices - 15/06/2011
A new Modern Apprenticeship is starting to bear fruit for young people and employers in Scotland.
Getting a foot on the career ladder - 28/03/2011
Despite advances in technology, historically the auto-glazing sector has lacked specific national qualifications and a recognised career structure, including Apprenticeships. Thanks to a number of new initiatives and partnerships, that’s changing.
Matt tells independents You will be OK with ATA - 21/03/2011
Having successfully achieved Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) in auto-glazing, the UK’s 2010 Master Fitter Champion, Matt Cassells, is urging independent technicians to seek professional recognition in an increasingly challenging market.