Advanced Apprenticeship in Arboriculture (W)

Advanced Apprenticeship in Arboriculture

Course Length: Work-based delivery over a minimum* of 20 months, dependent on initial assessment. *Minimum durations apply for 16 – 18 year old. 19 + learners can apply for accredited prior learning which may reduce the duration. Funding rules dictate a minimum of 12 months duration.

Venue:
Employer's workplace

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Entry Criteria

Entry onto the apprenticeship is subject to a thorough initial assessment to clarify course appropriateness. Entrants must have the ability to achieve Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Mathematics and be able to cope with the Level 3 vocational qualification. They must also have a contract of employment for a minimum for 30 hours/week.

Venue

Work Based blended delivery programme consisting predominantly of on-site training and assessment within the workplace, supported by off-site technical training at local training and assessment venues as required. Course teaching, learning and assessment is enhanced through the effective use of e portfolio and distance learning resources to ensure flexible delivery is responsive to learner, employer and situational needs.

Programme Structure

The Apprenticeship is made up of a number of different nationally recognised qualifications:

Competence Qualification: ·

Level 3 Diploma In Workbased Trees and Timber - Arboriculture (click here for details)

Knowledge Based Qualification ·

Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector (click here for details) Functional Skills: ·

Level 2 English ·

Level 2 Mathematics

Employee Rights and Responsibilities ·

Delivered and assessed through a workbook

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills ·

Assessment and recognition through a Record of Achievement

Additional Employer Requirements: ·

Option A (£1200)

CS38

CS39

Option B (£1200)

CS32

CS39

Option C (£1200)

CS39

CS41

Option D (£1400)

CS30

CS31

CS38

Funding

All 16-18yr old learners are fully funded. For those learners that are 19 years or older, the apprenticeship is co-funded by the government with a required employer contribution of up to £1400, dependent on the choice of additional training qualifications selected from the menu options above. This contribution includes the training towards all framework components and will cover the first assessment fee for legislative qualifications, selected as part of the Level 3 diploma.

Progression: Apprentices successfully completing the Advanced Apprenticeship have opportunities to progress within the industry by continuing into Higher Education.

Possible Careers/jobs Typical jobs apprentices will be able to progress onto on completion of the Advanced will depend on the qualifications and experience gained but include working as a team leader.

To apply for this course, complete the Workbased Application Form.
Additional printed copies are available from Workbased Learning:
Tel: 01995 642294 E-mail: wbapplications@myerscough.ac.uk
Please return the completed application form to Workbased Learning, Myerscough College, Bilsborrow, Preston PR3 0RY Special Education Needs and Disability Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate student needs and to provide appropriate support to enable successful completion of the course of study. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.