Apprenticeships are a mixture of on and off the job learning. County Training
offers apprenticeships to anyone 16 or above subject to eligibility.
A Level 2 Apprenticeship takes approximately 12 month, while a Level 3
Apprenticeship can take up to 15 months.
Staff aged 16 or above, whether they are new recruits or existing employees,
can take advantage of this free training, providing they do not possess a
degree.
Some time away from the workplace will be required depending on the
occupational area and the individual. This will be established through an initial
assessment.
An Apprenticeship framework includes;
- National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) - Evidence is collected on a dailybasis as part of a candidate’s normal working routine.
- Key Skills – providing transferable work related skills including IT,Communication, Application of Number, Teamwork, Problem Solving andImproving own Learning and Performance.
- Technical Certificates – vocationally related qualifications that supports the theory behind the practical learning of the of the NVQ. They assessoccupational knowledge and understanding.
Apprenticeships allow you to invest in your organisation’s future. No matter how
large or small your organisation, Apprenticeships give you the chance to
develop the skilled staff you need for your business. With the support of County
Training, an apprenticeship can make your organisation more effective,
efficient, productive and competitive by addressing your skills gaps directly.
Your business could see many benefits of taking on an apprentice including:
Improved productivity
Apprenticeships equip staff with the skills and knowledge to work within their particular roles more efficiently. As your staff become more motivated, they work harder and more effectively for your business.
Motivated people
As a result of their apprenticeship, staff become more motivated and are keen to learn. This enthusiasm can also invigorate other staff members. By offering Apprenticeships, recruiting and retaining the right people for your organisation will become easier.
Relevant training
Apprenticeships are designed by businesses in your sector, to meet the needs of your industry. This means the training is always relevant and it is tailored to the needs of your sector by people who genuinely understand what you do.
Avoid skills shortages
The apprenticeship programme can identify your team’s training requirements and structure your staff’s development. This will help to grow your business and review skill gaps.
A County Training Assessor will visit the candidate in the workplace once every 3 to 4 weeks and spend approximately 1 - 2 hours with the candidate. Action plans are discussed and agreed at every visit and performance is reviewed every 10 weeks throughout the qualification.