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Season's Greetings from ThirdForce

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Wishing you a very happy festive season with family and friends and best wishes for a prosperous 2009, from everyone at ThirdForce.

Visit ThirdForce at BETT - the world's largest educational exhibition

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Teachers love ThirdForce, find out why by visiting us at BETT

Winners flying high with ThirdForce

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas has arrived early this year for the four lucky winners of the ThirdForce GSAT competition.

Open all hours technology

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The digital age has seen the replacement of many processes in the workplace but there is no doubt in every hotelier’s mind that in the customer facing business of hospitality, computers cannot replace their best asset – their staff. What they can do however is provide the means by which to train them effortlessly, cost effectively and without disruption to the smooth running of the 24/7 business. Marco Faccini, Account Director, Hotel & Leisure division ThirdForce Plc explains how.

ThirdForce launches Love Mondays! Campaign

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce is delighted to launch our Love Mondays! campaign, resulting from a recent employee feedback initiative concerning what it is like to work at ThirdForce.

Whitbread PLC and ThirdForce Partnership

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Whitbread PLC, the UK’s largest hotel and restaurant group and ThirdForce PLC a provider of technology enabled learning solutions and services have announced today, just five weeks into their phase one pilot programme that 16 Whitbread employees have already successfully gained National Skills for Life Qualifications.

A force to reckon with at Hotel Cateys

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce, one of the largest independent e-learning providers in the world, was a proud sponsor of the Hotel Cateys award ceremony on Friday 8 November.

50,000 e-learning courses completed in under a year

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

An astounding 50,000 e-learning courses have been completed in the past 11 months by Marston’s Inns and Taverns employees - and the numbers are set to rise.

ThirdForce shortlisted for Irish Software Industry Awards

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce was delighted to be shortlisted for The Company of the Year award at the Irish Software Industry Awards which took place on Friday 7th of November.

Lights - Camera - Action!

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A camera crew from ITN visits ThirdForce to create a short film about our e-learning solutions for care homes.

ThirdForce wins at Technology Fast 50 awards

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce attributes its growth to the organic investment in existing products and services and the continued expansion through acquisitions.

First ThirdForce Podcast goes live...

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce is thrilled to launch our first Podcast, which will become a regular feature on this site.

E-learning - a solution to care home abuse

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Could e-learning provide a solution to tackle the issue of neglect and abuse of care home residents? Matthew Rowland, of ThirdForce, the UK's leading compliance training and e-learning company highlights one approach that could be employed.

ThirdForce launches new hospitality e-learning package

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce is proud to announce the launch of a computer based training and testing package that allows all staff in the hospitality sector to obtain their National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders (NCPLH) qualification whilst at work.

ThirdForce reports strong performance in first half of 2008

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Interim Results January to June 2008

ThirdForce Launches New Website

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce is delighted to launch our brand new website. Browse around and avail of the abundance of new features and information.

GSAT Launched - Play our game to WIN prizes

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

GSAT is available NOW! It's a WIN WIN situation with ThirdForce! Play our exciting new GSAT Game and be in with a chance of winning a fantastic prize!

With thousands reaping the benefits of e-learning, why can’t you?

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce’s e-learning programs use easy to understand words and graphics. Subjects are broken up into manageable sections to ensure learning is accessible for all. Easy to use software, so as not to daunt the ‘ICT beginner’ in the workforce, and interactive features such as demonstrations of work tasks, help to engage all types of learners. These multi-sensory approaches incorporated in e-learning, like sound and visuals, positively affect motivation and retention.

Viewpoint – Achieving real personalised learning

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Considerations on blended learning Alan Maguire, managing director, ThirdForce UK and International

Malmaison and Hotel du Vin implement e-learning courses

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Employees of Malmaison and Hotel du Vin hotels have completed approximately 2,000 e-learning courses within six weeks of their launch. The sister companies, part of the Marylebone Warwick Balfour Group Plc (MWB), have implemented solutions from ThirdForce Plc into all of their hotels. Across the country, Malmaison and Hotel du Vin employees have been able to further their hospitality qualifications through anytime, anywhere e-learning.

ThirdForce launch Skills Suite for Care Knowledge Sets

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

June 2008 sees the launch of Skills Suite for Care Knowledge Sets, by ThirdForce, one of the largest e-learning providers in the UK. At a time when a quarter of NHS trusts are at risk of losing their licence to treat patients, due to failing hygiene tests, the launch of this training solution meets an urgent need for additional skills in this area.

Knowledge Sets for Care Suite – the answer to failing cleanliness targets

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

At a time when a quarter of NHS trusts are at risk of losing their licence to treat patients, due to failing hygiene tests, ThirdForce's training solution is designed to provide essential training for care workers and healthcare professionals

Level Tracker for Maths – A force to reckon with

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

In September 2008 the new National Curriculum for Maths for Year 7 pupils commences. Currently one of the biggest challenges facing teachers is to identify specific areas of weakness that are holding back pupil progress.

E-learning Expertise to Transform Industrial English City

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sheffield is moving from it's steel industry image by creating a creative and digital city. It is bidding to become the e-learning capital of Europe though the development of a purpose-built business park.

Press Coverage as ThirdForce launches MindLeaders Brand in the UK

Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce is delighted to launch a range of new products from our MindLeaders portfolios.

Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 is now live

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Organisations now run the risk of prosecution for "gross failure" in health and safety. What can YOU do about it?

Using their Brains the e-learning way!

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The digital age has seen the replacement of many processes in the workplace, such as sending letters in the post and faxes. With these communication pathways now seeming antiquated, SA Brains & Co, Wales’ leading drinks and hospitality company, explores the world of e-learning - an anytime, anywhere learning phenomenon.

Pulling a pint … made e-easy

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The computer and internet have replaced many processes in the workplace which now seem antiquated; sending letters in the post, faxes, even using the telephone to communicate. However, as Chris Parr, head of products and markets of ThirdForce explains, it is the financial and educational benefits of e-learning that show the true power of the internet, for the hospitality workforce.

All airside employees to be GSAT trained by January 2009

Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The deadline is fast approaching for all airside pass-holders in the restricted zone (RZ) to receive General Security Awareness Training (GSAT).

ThirdForce Launches MindLeaders Brand In The UK

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

This month ThirdForce, one of the largest e-Learning and assessment providers in the UK, is launching a range of new products encompassing IT Professional and Business Skills e-learning.

ThirdForce wins e-learning contract for 552 UK pub giant

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

E-learning group ThirdForce plc (AIM: THF) consolidated it’s market-leading position in UK hospitality having been awarded a three year contract to provide e-learning based training materials to Marston’s Inns & Taverns, part of Marston’s PLC, one of the UK’s leading independent brewing and pub retailing business.

ThirdForce wins Paragon Healthcare Group contract

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce, one of the largest e-assessment providers in the UK, has been awarded a three year, £1 million contract to provide its pioneering e-learning care compliance solution to Paragon Healthcare Group.

ThirdForce wins UK e-Learning Awards

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Against strong competition, ThirdForce plc (AIM: THF) and Care UK plc have been named as the winners of two top e-learning Awards at the third annual e-Learning Awards held in London.

ThirdForce wins Accessibility Award

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce were recently honoured by the BCS and presented with a prestigious Accessibility Award at the recent BCS Accessibility Awareness day, held at the BCS’s Covent Garden Offices.

ThirdForce Interim Results

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce upbeat as interim results show increased sales and operating profits

ThirdForce is Nominated for 4 Awards

Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce plc (AIM : THF) has been shortlisted in four categories at the 2007 E-learning Awards.

MindLeaders Acquisition

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce EGM approves $18million acquisition of US corporation MindLeaders

ThirdForce meets Sector needs with complete solution for Health and Social Care

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

ThirdForce, the UK market leader in e-learning for the healthcare sector, has launched a complete solution to the delivery of the Health and Social Care NVQ Level 2 qualification for assistants and support workers in multiple-site residential and domiciliary care.

ThirdForce expands with new UK Sales Headquarters

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 GMT

30 Additional E-Learning Jobs Planned

ThirdForce fuels e-learning in BP forecourts.

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

‘E-Learning in a Box’ - ThirdForce plc wins a contract to deliver Food Safety, Literacy and Numeracy training in an innovative e-learning solution, the el-box™. Provides need-to-have compliance training and workforce development direct to BP Retail UK’s forecourt staff in the right place at the right time.

ThirdForce launches new KS3 ICT teaching resource

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Naace Annual Strategic Conference 2007 – ThirdForce plc launches Lesson Studio for ICT, a new teaching resource that enables teachers to plan manage and deliver effective and motivating ICT lessons at Key Stage 3. It aims to build ICT capabilities that are required by National curriculum levels and skills across Key Stage 3.