Apprenticeships at HCT Training Division
'Release Your Potential'
Whether you are looking for a job where you can continue learning or are already working and want to gain further qualifications, an apprenticeship could be right for you.
As part of Herefordshire College of Technology, the Training Division has been supporting individuals and businesses with work-based training for over 20 years.
So why not talk to us about the wide variety of programmes that are available on 0800 032 1986 or email trainingdivision@hct.ac.uk
What are Apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships have been developed by employers as a means of training and developing people in the career of their choice. They provide the foundation on which to develop a range of options for the future. They can also be used as a stepping-stone to further or higher education or university.
Apprenticeships operate at two levels:
- Apprenticeships
- Advanced Apprenticeships
Both consist of a qualification framework.
The framework consists of:
- An NVQ - Level 2 for the Apprenticeship and Level 3 for the Advanced Apprenticeship
- Key Skills - application of number, communication, IT, improving own learning, working with others and problem solving (dependent on programme requirements)
- Technical Certificates at either Level 2 or Level 3 demonstrating the underpinning knowledge
- Additional qualifications as specified by the various industries
Features Include:
- All apprentices receive a wage
- Nationally recognised qualifications and certification on completion of the Apprenticeship
- A Training Officer, who will give guidance, support and provide continuity throughout the course
- Improved career prospects and job security
- A course which can be used as a stepping stone to college, university or other learning opportunities.
Currently Apprenticeships are free but this may be subject to change.
How will the training take place?
The majority of training will take place in the workplace. Each apprentice will attend college either as day-release or sometimes as block release depending on the occupational area selected. In some cases assessment will be by completing tasks in the workplace. Some courses may run as a first year full-time in order to better equip apprentices when they start in the workplace in the second year. Currently this applies to Construction, Electrical Installation and Plumbing. This could be subject to change.
Benefits to the Apprentice
The obvious benefit is that you earn while you learn but more importantly the Apprenticeship offers the opportunity of a career rather than a job which will offer a positive outlook for the future.
Benefits to the Employer
Employers gain by being able to train people to meet the needs of the business. Their enthusiasm can bring positive benefits to other members of staff and the knowledge they gain is frequently used to the benefit of the business.
See also - Rural Apprenticeships & New Entrants Training Scheme
The Training Division can be contacted direct on free phone 0800 38 99 805 or by e-mail: trainingdivision@hct.ac.uk
