FPA Apprenticeships

Over 21 months made up of 20% study time and 80% work time, our laboratory apprentices are based at our Fire Testing Laboratory in Blockley and learn through a flexible learning model including:

• Online self-paced learning
• 1-1 coaching
• Reading and research
• Workplace activities and projects. 

The programme is split into modules focusing on the specific knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to become a Level 3 qualified Materials Testing Technician with each module lasting 10 weeks:

• Health and safety
• Laboratory information management system         and document control
• Communication
• Testing and analysis
• Laboratory practice and housekeeping 
• Quality procedures 
• Continuous professional development 
• Problem solving and error reporting.

On successful completion of the end point assessment, apprentices will be listed on the nationally recognised Register of Science Technicians (RSCiTech).
 

The Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher apprenticeship is an 18 month qualification based on national occupational standards with 20% study time and 80% work time. Apprentices are based at our main office at Moreton in Marsh, alongside the expectation of delivering our courses and qualifications nationally. The apprenticeship is delivered through a blended learning model including:

• Online self-paced learning
• 1-1 coaching
• Portfolio of evidence
• Seminars and webinars
• Professional discussion and end point assessment.

There are four mandatory modules, totalling 75 credits, that make up the core of this qualification:

• Unit 1 – Teaching, learning and assessment in education and training
• Unit 2 – Developing teaching, learning and assessment in education and training
• Unit 3 – Principles and models in education and training
• Unit 4 – Wider professional practice and development in education and training.