Learning centre working with Durham Police Scoops North East Regional Award

Communicators Training Associates Ltd in County Durham, who work with staff at Durham Police is celebrating success after winning a learndirect Achievement Award at the North East Regional Awards Ceremony.

Communicators Training Associates Ltd, based in Aycliffe Industrial Estate, won the North East Region Working with Employers Award, which recognised the way they have worked with organisations such as Durham Police to support their staff's learning.

Communicators Training Associates Ltd have been recognised for the innovative ways in which they have introduced, developed and grown provision for employers both large and small in the County Durham area. The centre works closely with Durham Police; they have introduced and embedded learning assessments for new police officers as well as a range of other measures.

On receiving the award, Isobel Currie, centre manager at Communicators Training Associates commented:

"It's lovely to gain some recognition for all the hard work that goes on in our centre. This award represents everyone's contribution and the hard work of both staff and learners. The flexibility of learndirect means that people can learn around the clock, fitting in their learning with their work schedules which is so important in a 24-hour organisation like the police force."

Dereth Wood, Ufi Operations Director said:

"Communicators Training Associates have demonstrated an inspirational commitment to developing their learners skills and qualifications. As a great encouragement to centres across England, the centre truly deserves recognition. I wish them the best of luck at the national ceremony in October."