Online Apprenticeships
Powerup your Apprenticeship with Devour e-PortfolioAn Apprenticeship is a real job with training so you can earn while you learn. Apprenticeships are a combination of on and off the job learning, incorporating both work-based training (designed around the needs of employers) and nationally recognised qualifications.
The conduct of Apprenticeships is governed by the “Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009”, and the “Specification of Apprenticeship Standards in England (SASE)”, and provides an opportunity for staff to be developed within the work environment they are employed in with the support of both a Training Provider and their employer.
An Apprenticeship is a framework of different components which all need to be completed to fully achieve the programme.
An Apprenticeship can be used to train both new and existing employees with a significant training need, and last for at least 1 year.
Apprenticeships have been designed by the Sector Skills Councils (part of the Skills for Business network), and are regulated by the National Apprenticeship Service.
Apprenticeships are a great way to earn while you learn and prepare yourself for a brilliant career.
Progress in your career: surveys show that employers recognise and value apprenticeships so with hard work you could rise through the ranks quickly.
Achieve sought-after qualifications: apprenticeships are the gold standard for work-based learning.
Learn job-specific skills: learn from knowledgeable tutors and work alongside experienced staff to gain in-demand skills.
Top quality training: get on-the-job experience and off-the-job training.
Employers really value apprenticeships. They know if you’ve got one that you’ll have the skills they need, and, as a result your career could progress rapidly.
From then on, your next move is up to you. You can collect UCAS points, study for Technical Certificates, go on to higher education at college or university, or work towards promotion.
Depending on your current skills and qualifications, the levels of apprenticeship you can apply for are:
- Intermediate level apprenticeship (level 2)
- Advanced level apprenticeship (level 3)
Intermediate Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
Employers have endorsed the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care programme. This supports broad-based knowledge and skills, alongside workplace experience, required for good practice through the completion of qualifications linked to National Occupational Standards.
Carers who undertake the Intermediate Apprenticeship will develop their skills to incorporate core Care Values from relevant codes of conduct requiring that they:
- Are accountable
- Can promote and uphold the privacy, dignity, rights, health and wellbeing of people using care services at all times
- Work in collaboration with colleagues to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe and compassionate care and support
- Communicate in an open, and effective way to promote the health, safety and wellbeing of people using care services
- Respect a person’s right to confidentiality
- Strive to improve the quality of care and support through continuing professional development
- Uphold and promote equality, diversity and inclusion
The Intermediate Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care is a framework of five qualifications:
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care or Children and Young peoples’ settings
Level 1 Functional Skill in English
Level 1 Functional Skill in Mathematics
(previously achieved qualifications in English and Mathematics may exempt the need for these)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills are also assessed and developed, with regular progress reviews undertaken to reflect on knowledge and skills learned, and career aspirations and development opportunities identified and discussed.
Employers are actively encouraged to be involved in all aspects of the programme.
Learners are supported by one of our qualified assessors and are visited in their workplace.
They are provided with support to build their portfolio of evidence with access to their e-portfolio, and are provided with learning materials to support their learning.
£1500
Notes:
Funding may be available for eligible candidates for up to 90% (maximum £1350)
Next steps in your career progression may include:
• Senior Care Assistant/Support Worker/Key Worker in residential settings, domiciliary services, or day services
• Senior Support Worker in supported living projects
• Community-based Senior Care Assistant/Support Worker/Key Worker, including those working in speciality areas such as Dementia and learning disabilities
• Personal Assistant employed directly by the individual they support or their families
Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care
Employers have endorsed the Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care programme. This supports the development of senior carers who have responsibilities to nurture and develop other colleague’s skills, alongside workplace experience, required for good practice through the completion of qualifications linked to National Occupational Standards.
Senior Carers who undertake the Advanced Apprenticeship will develop their skills to support others, and incorporate core Care Values from relevant codes of conduct requiring that they:
- Are accountable
- Can promote and uphold the privacy, dignity, rights, health and wellbeing of people using care services at all times
- Work in collaboration with colleagues to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe and compassionate care and support
- Communicate in an open, and effective way to promote the health, safety and wellbeing of people using care services
- Respect a person’s right to confidentiality
- Strive to improve the quality of care and support through continuing professional development
- Uphold and promote equality, diversity and inclusion
The Advanced Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care is a framework of 5 qualifications:
Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England
Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care or children and young people’s settings
Level 2 Functional Skill in English
Level 2 Functional Skill in Mathematics
(previously achieved qualifications in English and mathematics may exempt the need for these)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills are also assessed and developed, with regular progress reviews undertaken to reflect on knowledge and skills learned, and career aspirations and development opportunities identified and discussed.
Employers are actively encouraged to be involved in all aspects of the programme.
Learners are supported by one of our qualified assessors and are visited in their workplace.
They are provided with support to build their portfolio of evidence with access to their e-portfolio, and are provided with learning materials to support their learning.
£2000
Notes:
Funding may be available for eligible candidates for up to 90% (maximum £1800)
For independent advice to discuss your next step in your career, please contact The National Careers Service on 0800 100 900 or visit their site.