Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are nationally designed work-based learning programmes which offer learners the opportunity to enhance their skills through a combination of work-based learning and training.

Apprenticeships are made up of three elements: NVQs, key skills and technical certificates which focus on a different aspect of a learner’s development. Full apprenticeship frameworks are available for 16 to under 25 year olds, while standalone NVQ qualifications are available to those aged 25 and over.

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)

Forming an element of an apprenticeship or available as a standalone qualification, NVQs are national awards based on competence, achieved through assessment and training in the work place. They are highly regarded by employers as they demonstrate learners have the knowledge, experience and skills required to perform in the workplace.

An NVQ Level 2 equates to an Intermediate GNVQ or 4 to 5 GCSE’s at grade A-C

An NVQ Level 3 equates to Advanced GNVQ or 2 A levels

Key Skills

Key skills are a range of skills that are used all the time, and underpin success in education, employment, lifelong learning and personal development. There are 6 key skill qualifications which can be achieved at different levels depending on the qualification being taken; these are Communication, Application of Number, Information Technology, Working with Others, Improving Own Learning and Performance and Problem Solving

Technical Certificates

Technical Certificates have been introduced into certain areas of Apprenticeship frameworks. They are vocationally related qualifications that assess the underpinning knowledge and understanding relevant to a learner's chosen vocational area.

Skills For Life

Skills for life courses are designed to improve an individual’s literacy and numeracy skills in a practical and helpful way and are all about the literacy and numeracy that people need for work and day-to-day activities. Skills for life are ideal for anyone who needs to brush up on their word and/or number skills.

List of Courses

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs)

NVQ Level 2 & 3 Food and Drink Service

NVQ Level 3 Hospitality Leadership & Supervision

NVQ Level 2 & 3 Professional Cookery

NVQ Level 2 in Customer Services

Apprenticeships

Professional Cookery
Food & Drink Service

ESOL Entry Level 1, 2 & 3
JETSET Level 3 (EDI Entry 2 Certificate in ESOL International)

BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal License Holders
The BIIAB NCPLH covers everything you need to know to pass the qualification's examination and apply for your personal license.

BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Designated Premises Supervisors
Designed for those responsible for the day-to-day management of licensed premises and who, in line with the Licensing Act 2003, provide the single point of accountability for those premises. Addresses the practical day-to-day issues involved in running a licensed premises

Award in Conflict Management
Helps staff to avoid and manage conflict within their work environment. Designed in conjunction with conflict management specialists in the licensed retail sector.

Award in Customer and Drinks Service (Licensed Hospitality) (ACDS(LH))
Provides candidates with the knowledge required to achieve a high standard of customer and drinks service when working in a bar.

Level 2 Introduction to Licensed Retail Operations (ILRO)
Designed for those new to running, or looking to run, licensed retail premises ● Covers the areas of management responsibility that are essential to run a licensed retail business successfully ● Including: stock control, employment law, financial management, marketing and merchandising, staff recruitment & training

Level 3 Profitable Business Portfolio (PBP)
A professional development programme aimed at experienced licensed retailers ● The portfolio comprises units which address a range of management and business skills vital to licensed retailing ● Widely recognised for making a huge difference to the turnover and profitability of candidates' businesses

Food Safety in Catering
On completion of this qualification in Food Safety, employees who handle food will gain a firm grasp of the importance of food safety and knowledge of the systems, techniques and procedures involved. Furthermore, they will have the confidence and expertise to deliver quality food safely to customers

HACCP
This qualifications is suitable for food handlers and supervisors working in catering and manufacturing operations. The knowledge gained will enable staff to understand the principles of HACCP and ensure the cost-effective implementation of their food safety management system. This will reduce the risk of food poisoning and food complaints and assist in the provision of a due diligence defence.

Health & Safety
Qualifications in Health and Safety will assist businesses to comply with their legal requirements by demonstrating that members of staff have been trained in preventative approaches to hazards and promoting a 'safe practice' culture.

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
A Qualification achieved through a 1-day course that enables a first-aider to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill at work. Suited to working environments that have a minimum amount of hazards along with a low number of employees.

First Aid at Work (FAW)
A Qualification achieved through a 3-day course that includes all the features of the EFAW and also equips the first-aider to administer first aid to a range of specific injuries and illness.