Apprenticeships
An Apprenticeship can be used as a training delivery model for staff of all ages. An Apprenticeship is actually a ‘framework’ of (relevant) individual courses which provides between 3 and 6 individually certificated qualifications for participants.
Staff of all ages are provided with the chance to develop expertise and knowledge through a combination of on-the-job assessments, guided and tutor-led learning delivered by PDM tutors on or off-site as agreed with the employer.
An apprenticeship framework is a comprehensive, work based learning model for new entrants to an industry and also for those already in employment, many of whom would benefit from further skills training (often literacy, numeracy and IT skills could be improved). Apprenticeships are fully or co funded by the Government and so training costs can be substantially reduced.
Apprentices will receive high quality on and off the job training and support. Delivery is generally a combination of on and off the job training, usually requiring 5 – 10 days tutor led training to achieve the Key/Functional Skills and Technical Certificate. Variations on the delivery model can be accommodated e.g. off the job training could be delivered in one 2 week course or as a series of up to five 2 day modules.
Level 2 Apprenticeship in Providing Security Services
This level 2 programme is suitable for anyone working in or about to enter the sector – It will improve their personal skills and knowledge in a broad range of competencies. At level 2 the learner will develop and subsequently demonstrate their ability to competently perform a wide range of role-specific activities.
This award is made up of 4 core elements:
- L2 NVQ in Providing Security Services.
- L1 Key or Functional Skills – Communication.
- L1 Key or Functional Skills – Application of Number.
- L2 BTEC – Knowledge of Providing Security Service (QCF).
Course Duration: The Apprenticeship is normally delivered as a bespoke programme over a period of 6 to 9 months. Read more.