What Are Apprenticeship?

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2 What Are Apprenticeship? An Apprenticeship is a great way for individuals to Earn as they Learn and for employers to recognise experienced, skilled and talented employees through a government backed training scheme. This provides a structured learning route within a working environment. The scheme is focused on motivated individuals who wish to succeed within their career path. Apprenticeship normally last between 13 and 36 months We offer three Levels: Intermediate Apprenticeship level 2 equivalent to 5 GCSE Grade Advanced Apprenticeship level 3 equivalent to 2 A- Level Higher Apprenticetship level 4-5 equivalent to degree level Learner Benefits Earn as you Learn Learn on the Job Build up knowledge and Job - Specific skills Achieve Nationally recognised qualification There are various types of Apprenticeships available offering over 1,500 job roles. The right one will depend on your interests, your experience and opportunities available within your area. Eligibility In order to succeed and get the most from the programme. A prospective Apprentice needs to be enthusiastic, reliable, committed and hard working. In England, Apprenticeships are designed by employers for specific job role at specific levels.

3 Welcome To MISDC, you will receive a quality, professional training and all the guidance and advice you need, whether you wish to develop new skills, gain a qualification, and a new career or explore a new interest. Our wide range of courses for youth and adults offers value for money in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. We have two main sites in London (Lewisham and Lambeth). We are sure you will find something to suit you, both at a site near you and a time that is convenient. Our ambition is to provide quality and lifelong service to all our students, in order to help them achieve their goals. Skills Training and Employment Team Apprenticeship framework and standard on offer: Healthcare, Support Services Early Years Educator Customer Service Business Administration 2

4 The Apprenticeship framework covers: Competence Based Learning: This provides practical skills in specific occupational areas Technical certificates: Vocationally related qualifications that provide the underpinning knowledge required Functional Skills qualifications English, Maths and ICT General Employment Rights and Responsibilities ERR Personal Thinking and Responsibilities - PTLS The Apprenticeship Standard Covers: Qualification On-Programme Assessment Assessing learner s subject knowledge and understanding (Know it) Assessing Skills (Show it) Assessing Behaviour/Attitude (Live it) Assessment Gateway English, Maths and ICT (if required) Apprenticeship standard required knowledge and competence qualification Self-Assessment Synoptic End Point Assessment End Point Assessment (EPA) is carried out by an independent assessor from an End-Point Assessment organisation. It requires an Apprentice to demonstrate they have achieved the standard through: Assessment of Knowledge through a test using scenarios, questions and responses Assessment through competency based interview Assessment of Logs of Professional Development discussions, question and answer sessions Multiple Choice Online Assessment 3

5 How are Apprenticeships delivered? The majority of the programme will be delivered in the workplace. However, there will be some requirements for you to attend classroom training at list 20% of the job towards the qualifications. We appreciate that you may find it difficult to arrange time off work. Don t worry we will liaise with your employer to ensure that you can be released from work to complete the requirements of the programme with minimum impact to Employer and your learning. GETTING STARTED INDUCTION You will get an induction from your Employer who will carry out a separate company induction at the start of employment. A clear explanation of at least the following is important: Contract of employment Hours of work Pay Discipline/grievance (terms and conditions) Health and Safety Safeguarding Whistleblowing Reporting 4

6 Salary Apprentices aged 16 to 18 must be paid no less than the national minimum apprenticeship wage. The apprenticeship wages is been worked out yearly per hour. Incremental rises based on progress through the apprenticeship and work experience are widely used by employers. This is very effective as a motivator or a form of recognition. Apprentices aged 19+ can be paid no less than the minimum apprentice wage for the year, per hour, for the first year of their apprenticeship. Incremental rises based on progress through the apprenticeship and work experience are widely used by employers. Apprentice is then paid no less than the natinal minimum wage on completion of the apprenticeship program. Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding MI ComputSolutions is committed to eliminating discrimination on the grounds of race, gender, disability, sexuality, age, colour, religion, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, political belief and unrelated criminal convictions. We believe that the safety and welfare of our learners young people, adult and staff is of utmost importance. It is the duty of all our staff, employer and employees to protect every apprentice from abuse and to be alert to the possibility of abuse, radicalisation and cyber bullying as well as to protect our staff from potential allegations of abuse. We have a duty to support the physical and psychological well-being of people and vulnerable adults by Preventing and Safeguarding them from all forms of abuse. You re protected by law - you shouldn t be treated unfairly or lose your job because you blow the whistle. You can raise your concern at any time about an incident that happened in the past, is happening now, or you believe will happen in the near future. We continue working with employers to ensure that conditions or requirements, which cannot be shown to be justified, will not disadvantage job applicants, employees and trainees. 5

7 Learner's Testimonies I was unemployed before starting an Apprenticeship Programme for Accounting. Having the opportunity to complete one week work experience gave me the opportunity to gain the skills needed in the work place before starting my Apprenticeship programme. During my time as an apprentice, I gained a lot of valuable experience as well as a recognised qualification. I can now confidently carry out my role as a Finance Assistant. I m very grateful to MI and all the staff that supported me throughout my journey. Madonna Kodwiw I responded to an advert for an Apprentice, having been unemployed for quite some time. I have been working for MI ComputSolutions for 7 months now and I am thoroughly enjoying the experience. When I first joined MI Skills Development Centre I was shy and nervous but everyone made me feel very welcome and I settled in quickly. This was a complete new career change for me having worked in Nursery and I knew very little about Admin work. All the staff were friendly and happy to help with any questions that I had. They understood that I was new so they took time to explain everything until I fully understood. I am enjoying learning about Business Admin while I m working. I can use information I have learnt in class to help with my day to day work and then I use my experience on the job to help with my business course. Emma Stocker Before I started my Apprenticeship on 3rd June 2013, I was on another Apprenticeship in Central London at RBS (Royal Bank of Scotland). I didn t end up finishing my Apprenticeship with them as I didn t feel like it was the sector I wanted to be in. When I started working at MI Skills Development Centre, I didn t have much confidence, where I wouldn t speak to anyone that I didn t know. As my Apprenticeship went on, I have felt that I am more confident in myself. Also my role a Trainee Recruitment Consultant has boosted my confidence a lot, as this requires me to constantly speak to external organisations and my learners. I have made good mates with everyone in the organisation from both Brixton and Deptford. I have also learnt new skills that I never had before. I have more telephone confidence, improved my computer skills, and even improved my English and Maths skills in which I passed with Henrietta (Tutor) in my class on Wednesdays. Lewis Holloway 6

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