Gain the skills to effectively support an apprentice in a technical environment

This CPD is suitable for any technical and professional services staff who are planning to support, or are already supporting, an apprentice in the workplace as part of their role. The one day interactive CPD will focus on developing skills to identify opportunities for evidence collection in order to demonstrate competence against the apprenticeship framework through a practical and tailored approach to supporting an apprentice. The CPD will provide practical help and guidance for technicians in understanding the apprenticeship standard and their contribution in ensuring apprentices achieve successful outcomes.

The aim is to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to enhance the workplace experience and opportunities for demonstrating competence of the apprentice for whom they are responsible. Objectives of the course include exploring the following:

-Essential skills, attitudes, behaviour and understanding required to effectively support an apprentice
-Apprenticeship standard and key elements
-Identify opportunities for assessment and evidence collection
-Technician's role and contribution in supporting an apprentice

It has been designed to accommodate various learning styles and to allow participants to learn from group discussions, individual reflection on their current practice. The participants will be encouraged to implement learnt skills within their work.