Identify the different categories of employees within the

  • Slides: 6
Download presentation
Identify the different categories of employees within the engineering industry, in terms of academic

Identify the different categories of employees within the engineering industry, in terms of academic / vocational requirements, training and experience.

Categories of training scheme There a number of types of training scheme for employees.

Categories of training scheme There a number of types of training scheme for employees. The list includes: ▪ Apprenticeship schemes ▪ On the job training ▪ Short course training

Apprenticeship schemes ▪ Modern Apprenticeship schemes were re-branded as Apprenticeships in 2004. ▪ Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship schemes ▪ Modern Apprenticeship schemes were re-branded as Apprenticeships in 2004. ▪ Apprenticeships refer to on-the-job training leading to nationally recognised qualifications, developed by industry. ▪ The National Apprenticeship Service supports, funds and coordinates the delivery of Apprenticeships throughout England. See: www. apprenticeships. org. uk

Apprenticeship schemes - continued ▪ Typically they will last at least a year and

Apprenticeship schemes - continued ▪ Typically they will last at least a year and Apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification at Level 2, Key Skills and in most cases a technical certificate. ▪ Advanced Apprenticeships will last up to two years (dependant on sector) and apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification at Level 3 Key Skills and a technical certificate. ▪ Apprentices learn through a combination of ’on and off the job’ education and training. On the job they work alongside company staff and the rest they learn at College. Contact: Stan Read 01502 525158 stan. read@lowestoft. ac. uk http: //www. lowestoft. ac. uk/apprentice. asp

On the job training ▪ In years three and four, you will complete an

On the job training ▪ In years three and four, you will complete an NVQ level 3 in the workplace. Evidence of the jobs you do at work need to be compiled in a portfolio. Lowestoft College use an online system for capturing this evidence. ▪ Employers are be expected to ensure that the working environment meets legal and health and safety requirements.

Short course training Professional job roles usually have a requirement for Continuous Professional Development

Short course training Professional job roles usually have a requirement for Continuous Professional Development (CPD). Engineers need to ensure that they keep up with the latest developments. They can do this in a number of ways: Trade journals / magazines, Trade exhibitions, Meeting with sales engineers / consultants, Industrial tours / site visits. Another option is to enrol at college or university for a short course. These are useful to give more depth in areas that need it, or merely to update knowledge.