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What is the primary role of a mentor in the apprenticeship context?
What is the primary role of a mentor in the apprenticeship context?
Which organization is responsible for funding education and skills training in the UK, including apprenticeships?
Which organization is responsible for funding education and skills training in the UK, including apprenticeships?
What does EPAO stand for in the context of UK apprenticeships?
What does EPAO stand for in the context of UK apprenticeships?
What is the Apprenticeship Levy?
What is the Apprenticeship Levy?
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What is the primary function of IFATE?
What is the primary function of IFATE?
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What is a characteristic of supported internships?
What is a characteristic of supported internships?
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What is the primary purpose of work experience?
What is the primary purpose of work experience?
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What is a key feature of T Levels?
What is a key feature of T Levels?
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What is the definition of an apprentice in the context of UK apprenticeships?
What is the definition of an apprentice in the context of UK apprenticeships?
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Which statement best describes the role of employers in UK apprenticeships?
Which statement best describes the role of employers in UK apprenticeships?
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What does the term 'apprenticeship' refer to?
What does the term 'apprenticeship' refer to?
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What percentage of the cost of an apprenticeship do non-levy employers need to contribute?
What percentage of the cost of an apprenticeship do non-levy employers need to contribute?
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Which of the following statements accurately defines the role of a mentor?
Which of the following statements accurately defines the role of a mentor?
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Which of the following best describes an apprenticeship program?
Which of the following best describes an apprenticeship program?
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Which of the following best describes the 'Pay Bill' of an employer?
Which of the following best describes the 'Pay Bill' of an employer?
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What is the purpose of the Apprenticeship Levy?
What is the purpose of the Apprenticeship Levy?
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What does the term 'Standard' refer to in the context of apprenticeships?
What does the term 'Standard' refer to in the context of apprenticeships?
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Which of the following statements about the Department for Education (DfE) is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the Department for Education (DfE) is accurate?
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Study Notes
Apprenticeship Terms and Acronyms
- Apprenticeship: A combination of on-the-job and off-the-job learning leading to a recognized qualification.
- Apprentice: An individual undergoing apprenticeship training while employed.
- Employer: The company or organization that hires and trains the apprentice with mentor support.
- Mentor: An experienced professional offering guidance.
- Training Provider: An organization delivering the classroom-based learning portion of the apprenticeship.
- EPAO (End-point Assessment Organisation): Assesses the apprentice's skills and knowledge at the end.
- ESFA (Education and Skills Funding Agency): A government agency funding education and skills training, including apprenticeships.
- IFATE (Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education): Sets apprenticeship standards and approves assessment plans.
- Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills): Inspects and regulates educational institutions, including those offering apprenticeships.
- DfE (Department for Education): Responsible for education and children's services, including apprenticeships.
- Apprenticeship Levy: Employers with a pay bill of £3 million or more pay 0.5% to fund apprenticeships.
- Supported Internship: For young people with an Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plan, offering job coaching and lasting 6 weeks to 6 months.
- FCFJ (Free Courses for Jobs): Provides access to a level 3 qualification for free for eligible individuals.
- Work Experience: Gaining an understanding of a chosen field, developing confidence, skills, and knowledge to enhance CVs.
- Work Placement: A temporary role for those seeking employment in a specific field, offering practical experience.
- T Level: A 2-year course after GCSEs, equivalent to 3 A Levels, developed with employers and education providers. Includes practical learning and an industry placement.
- Study Programme: Designed to meet individual learning needs and prepare for higher learning, training, or employment.
- Full Funded Courses: Government-funded training and upskilling for UK residents.
- CPD (Continuing Professional Development): Learning undertaken to increase knowledge, understanding, and experience in a subject area or role.
- Bespoke Training: Courses tailored to address specific challenges and needs.
- HE (Higher Education): Third-level education after school, including undergraduate and postgraduate study, offered at universities and FE colleges.
- FE (Further Education): Study after secondary education, not part of higher education, including courses ranging from basic skills to Higher National Diplomas.
KSB (Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours)
- Knowledge: Understanding of theoretical concepts, facts, and principles relevant to the apprenticeship's occupation or industry.
- Skills: Practical abilities and competencies needed to perform tasks effectively.
- Behaviours: Attitudes, values, and conduct expected of individuals working in the occupation or industry.
QAR (Quality Assurance Review)
- A process used to evaluate and ensure the quality and effectiveness of apprenticeship provision.
Devolution in Education, Training, and Apprenticeships
- England: Primarily governed by the central government with some devolved powers to regional and local authorities.
- Local Authorities: Responsibilities for school admissions, support services, and oversight of educational standards.
- Regional Mayors and Combined Authorities: Limited powers over issues like transportation, economic development, and housing.
RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning)
- Assesses and recognizes prior learning experience to grant credit or exemptions toward a qualification or certification.
Apprenticeship Terms
- Apprenticeships are a form of training that combines on-the-job learning with classroom instruction, leading to a recognized qualification.
- Apprentices are individuals training through an apprenticeship program while employed.
- Employers hire and train apprentices with support from a mentor.
- Mentors are experienced professionals providing guidance to both beginners and experienced professionals for career growth.
- DfE (Department for Education) is a UK government department responsible for education and children's services, including apprenticeships.
- Apprenticeship Levy: Employers with a pay bill of £3 million or more pay 0.5% into a government initiative to fund apprenticeships.
- Non-Levy: Employers pay 5% towards apprenticeship costs with the government contributing the remaining 95%, up to the funding band maximum.
- Pay Bill: The total amount of earnings subject to National Insurance contributions by an employer.
- Standards: A style of apprenticeship program replacing frameworks. Based on specific occupational roles and includes an end-point assessment.
Online Platforms
- BKSB: An online platform for English and maths assessments used commonly in the UK.
- CRM (ProEngage): A Customer Relationship Management system used to record interactions with employers and stakeholders.
- U4: A system used by finance to record all interactions regarding money and funding, including requisitions, invoices, and new supplier setups.
- iPEGS: A paperless electronic enrolment platform for H&S, TNA, Apprentice Enrollments, Employer contracts, and more.
- MIS: A Management Information System used for all interactions of learners enrolled and studying at Luminate (Pro-Solutions).
Assessments
- TNA: A Training Needs Analysis form used to gather intelligence about an employer.
- H&S: Health and Safety form completed on iPEGS to ensure the safety of employers.
- TLAP: A Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Plan set by assessors for learners to plan their learning to meet specific standards.
- ITP: An Individual Training Plan document used to plan an apprentice's training and highlight how their off-the-job training is recorded.
Other Programs
- ProEngage;: A CRM System used to log interactions with all stakeholders and employers.
- Trailblazer: An apprenticeship developed by employer groups to meet specific industry needs.
- Co-investment: Non-levy paying companies can access apprenticeship programs by paying 5% of the cost. This option is also available to levy-paying companies that have run out of funding.
- Co-funded: For people who do not meet the definition of unemployed or eligibility criteria for learners in receipt of low wages, the government funds up to 50% of the apprenticeship program.
- AEB: The Adult Education Budget funds training opportunities for adults, allowing providers to target and support disadvantaged learners.
- Work Experience: Gathers an understanding of a chosen field and develops confidence, skills, and knowledge to improve a learner's resume.
- Work Placement: A temporary role that provides practical experience in a specific field.
- T Level: New two-year courses taken after GSCEs, equivalent in size to three A Levels.
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Test your knowledge on essential terms and acronyms related to apprenticeships. From understanding the roles of employers and mentors to recognizing key organizations in the apprenticeship landscape, this quiz will help reinforce your grasp of this vital educational pathway.
