What is an approved apprenticeship standard?

Apprenticeship standards show what an apprentice will be doing and the skills required of them, by job role. Standards are developed by employer groups known as ‘trailblazers’. More standards will be published as they are developed and approved.

What is the difference between apprenticeship frameworks and standards?

The biggest difference between frameworks and standards is a change of focus from ‘assessment’ to ‘learning’. Instead of consistent assessment across their apprenticeship, the new standards rely upon an End-Point Assessment to evaluate the learner’s job competency at the end of the programme.

What are apprenticeship Behaviours?

Behaviours are mindsets, attitudes or approaches needed for competence. Behaviours tend to be very transferable and hence more similar across apprenticeship standards than knowledge and skills.

Is there a level 4 Business Administration apprenticeship?

Business administration level 4 The business administration higher level 4 apprenticeship is aimed at those already in a business role with senior administrative or management responsibilities. It aims to develop knowledge and understanding of more complex business functions and activities.

What is a level 7 apprenticeship?

A level 7 apprenticeship is equivalent to a masters degree and caters for ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW qualifications. It provides the technical knowledge of taxation and accounting, as well as focusing on business awareness and ethical standards.

What are new apprenticeship standards?

The new standards were introduced as part of the Government’s major apprenticeship reforms. The standards represent a shift from assessing to learning and put employers in control. The new standards are written by employer-led groups and include the specific KSBs needed for a specific occupation.

Do apprenticeship frameworks still exist?

The government will move from apprenticeship frameworks to standards by 2020. We can now confirm that all frameworks will be withdrawn by 2020 to 2021 academic year, as we expect that employers and providers will have completed the transition by this date.

When were apprenticeship Standards introduced?

The first Apprenticeship Standards were introduced in England in 2014. 25% of all new Apprenticeship starts were on Standards by 2017/2018, and the government has committed to ensuring all new apprenticeship starts are standards in time for August 2020.

What new skills Behaviours and knowledge do you expect to gain from the apprenticeship?

The soft skills you can gain through an apprenticeship

Communication. Communication is key as it helps to establish professional relationships and networks.
Organisation. Organisation within an apprenticeship is arguably one of the most important soft skills you gain.
Teamwork.
Problem-solving.
Adaptability.
Leadership.

What is end-point assessment?

End-point assessment (EPA) tests the knowledge, skills and behaviours that an apprentice has gained during their training. Unique to each standard, EPA demonstrates the competence of an apprentice in their role. This competence is valued by current and future employers.

What is Level 4 Apprenticeship equivalent?

foundation degree
Higher Apprenticeships (Level 4/5) Level 4 apprenticeships are equivalent to a foundation degree. To be accepted you should have a level 3 qualification, such as A-levels, or have completed an advanced apprenticeship. After completing a higher apprenticeship your options include: Studying for a degree at university.

What is Business Administration Apprenticeship Level 3?

The Business Administrator Level 3 course provides learners with a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours, which can be gained working across an organisation and its processes.