National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Wales

Cardiff City Stadium (Cardiff City FC), Cardiff

The National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Wales in Cardiff is the leading careers and apprenticeship showcase for students in Year 10 and above, sixth form and college learners, young adults, teachers, parents, guardians, and jobseekers across Wales.

This flagship Welsh careers event highlights apprenticeships at all levels alongside higher education, further education, and training pathways. Visitors can meet top UK employers, universities, colleges, and training providers who offer real opportunities across Wales and beyond.

About the Event

Taking place at Cardiff City Stadium (Cardiff City FC) in Cardiff, the Skills Show Wales welcomes visitors and exhibitors from across:

• The whole of Wales
• Bangor
• Cardiff
• Newport
• St Asaph
• St Davids
• Swansea
• Wrexham

Whether you’re exploring apprenticeships, considering university, looking for training opportunities, or planning your next career step, this event provides everything you need in one inspiring and interactive environment.

Who Should Attend?

Students (Aged 15+)

If you’re preparing for your future, this event helps you explore:

• Apprenticeships from intermediate to degree level
• How apprenticeships work with Welsh training providers
• T‑Levels and how they compare to A‑Levels and apprenticeships
• University pathways, degree choices, and application guidance
• What regional colleges and providers across Wales offer
• Career options across key sectors in Wales
• Support for making the right decisions after school or college

Meet employers, universities, and colleges for genuine insight into your next steps.

Teachers & Careers Leaders

The Skills Show Wales provides high‑quality, face‑to‑face engagement and supports your school or college careers programme.

Your students will:

• Meet employers and recruiters in person
• Learn how to access apprenticeship programmes
• Receive up‑to‑date careers guidance and labour‑market insights
• Engage with universities, colleges, and training providers
• Explore future study, training, and job opportunities
• Discover potential work experience pathways

This event supports Gatsby Benchmarks and strengthens careers education for Year 10+.

Parents & Guardians

If your child is aged 15+ and exploring future options, this event helps you understand:

• Apprenticeship routes across Wales
• University and higher education choices
• Sixth form, college, and training pathways
• Post‑16 and post‑18 decisions
• What employers are looking for
• How to support your child’s next career step

Speak directly with experts from major employers and education institutions.

General Visitors & Jobseekers

If you’re seeking a new job, retraining opportunity, or a career change, the Skills Show Wales offers:

• Access to 40+ regional and national employers
• Live vacancies and recruitment opportunities
• Adult learning, reskilling, and upskilling support
• Training pathways across key Welsh industries
• Guidance from careers and skills specialists

It’s the ideal place to explore new opportunities and meet organisations hiring now.

Why Attend?

All visitors attend the event FREE, gaining access to:

• Employer talks and live presentations
• Hands‑on interactive activities
• Virtual reality demonstrations
• Competitions and skills experiences
• Apprenticeship and university advice
• Face‑to‑face conversations with employers and providers
• Career‑shaping insights in a dynamic, engaging environment

No matter where you are on your career journey, there’s something here for you.

Exhibit With Us

If you’re an employer, university, college, or training provider wanting to promote your opportunities across Wales, exhibiting at the Skills Show Wales is a powerful way to connect with thousands of motivated visitors.

Contact the Events Team:
Email: exhibit@nationalapprenticeshipevents.co.uk
Phone: 0800 023 5407