Carlisle
college
www.carlisle.ac.uk
Apprenticeship
Information
Guide
2016/17
Welcome
to our 2016/17 Apprenticeship
Information Guide. In this guide we set out the opportunities
available for employers, potential apprentices and parents at this
exciting time in the growth of Apprenticeships in the UK.
We include details of the benefits of Apprenticeships for
individuals and companies, how to access our services and the
details of each vocational area we cover.
Index of information
Apprenticeships - An Introduction
Working With You - Employers
Working With You - Apprentices
Working With You - Parents & Carers
Skills for Business Menu
Apprenticeships - Facts
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For our latest Apprenticeship vacancies visit
www.carlisle.ac.uk/apprenticeships.html or contact
apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Index of Apprenticeships by
vocational area
Accounting
Business Administration
Bricklaying
Customer Service
Dental Nursing
Equine
Electrical Installations
Engineering
Food Industry
Health and Social Care
IT, Software, Web and Technology
Motor Vehicle Maintenance
Painting and Decorating
Plastering
Plumbing
Wood Occupations
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Apprenticeships
APPRENTICESHIPS ENABLE YOU TO ENTER OR STAY IN THE WORLD OF WORK, EARN A WAGE
AND LEARN NEW SKILLS. APPRENTICES LEARN ON THE JOB, BUILD UP KNOWLEDGE AND
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND GAIN RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS.
WORKING WITH LEADING EMPLOYERS
Our Apprenticeship team currently
works with over 300 employers and 450
apprentices in the local area. The team
will work to match your career
aspirations with the needs of local
employers. As an apprentice you will be
employed with a contract of
employment, so your employer will pay
your wages, give you holidays, provide
on the job training and allow you to
complete your studies during the
working week.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no fixed entry qualification
requirements for most Apprenticeships.
For more technical Apprenticeships you
need GCSE grades A*- C in Maths,
English and ICT.
HOW LONG DO APPRENTICESHIPS TAKE?
Apprenticeships are usually
completed in 2 years, depending on the
area of study, your ability and the
requirements of your employer.
WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I WORK TOWARDS?
Most of the training is delivered in the
workplace, so you will learn the skills
you need to excel in your job, giving
you a real advantage.
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Your Apprenticeship will consist of
several parts:
A knowledge qualification
(what you learn by studying)
A competence qualification
(what you learn in work)
Functional Skills
(Maths/English/ICT)
Other sector/employer specific
qualifications
Apprentices have excellent
progression opportunities, whether
looking to study further or climb the
ranks within the workplace. Many
successful careers start with an
Apprenticeship. On completion 90%
of apprentices stay in employment
with 71% staying with the same
employer*
*www.gov.co.uk (Oct 2015)
With the introduction of higher
Apprenticeships, you can now
progress your career to degree level
and beyond.
Working With You
Employers
At Carlisle College we have a long and proud history of working
with local industry and businesses to help meet skills
development needs. This service includes;
Highly qualified staff with specialist knowledge
and a wealth of industry experience
£30 million campus investment in the last 10
years
Fantastic industry standard equipment and
resources
Programme success rates which have been
higher than national rates for the past 6 years
Our Apprenticeship team look forward to helping you with;
Future proofing your business - with our
company wide Training Needs Analysis
Recruitment - with access to our database of
up to 1000 applicants waiting to join the
workforce and our vacancy advertising service
Access to a range of funding grants to help you
develop staff and grow your business.
Looking to recruit, upskill your staff, or just have a query
about Carlisle College Apprenticeships?
Contact:
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Tel: 01228 822708
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Working With You
Want to be an Apprentice?
5 STEPS TO AN APPRENTICESHIP
1. REGISTER YOUR APPRENTICESHIP APPLICATION WITH CARLISLE COLLEGE
2. ATTEND CARLISLE COLLEGE TO MEET OUR APPRENTICESHIP TEAM AND IDENTIFY
CURRENT AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
3. ATTEND AN APPRENTICESHIP INTERVIEW WITH ONE(OR MORE)OF OUR EMPLOYERS
4. AGREE A START DATE WITH YOUR EMPLOYER AND FOR YOUR PROGRAMME OF LEARNING
5. START EARNING AND LEARNING ON YOUR APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME
Want to be an Apprentice but not sure what to do next?
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Tel: 01228 822708
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Working With You
Parents & Carers
For young people moving into the world of work can be an
exciting but challenging time. Here at Carlisle College we have all
the support needed to make sure that transition is successful. An
Apprentice with Carlisle College has full access to all our support
services:
Carlisle College provides a safe and supportive
environment in which everyone is able to study
and work to the best of their ability.
Apprentices will meet regularly with their
Reviewer who can offer support on any
issues that affect their Apprenticeship
experience
We also help Apprentices to progress to the
next stage of their career
State of the art workshop training rooms, LRC
and Student Services
All Apprentices continue to develop their
Maths, English and IT skills, enhancing future
prospects
As well as extensive support within College,
Apprentices have a work - based mentor and
regular visits from College staff.
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Accountancy
Intermediate/Advanced
What does an Accountancy
Apprentice do?
As an accountancy apprentice, you will
be involved in processing and paying
invoices, monthly accounts, tax, VAT
returns, national insurance
contribution, company expenses and
computerised accounting systems.
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Duration
Intermediate (L2): 1 year
Advanced (L3): 1 year
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of three
components which include:
The programme is made up of three
components which include:
AAT foundation Certificate in
Accounting.
Transferable Skills in English and
Maths (Functional Skills) Level 1.
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
AAT intermediate Certificate in
Accounting.
Transferable Skills in English and
Maths (Functional Skills) Level 2.
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
Qualifications obtained
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.
What will I study as an
Accountancy Apprentice?
How will the training be
delivered?
During your studies you will study
Basic costing, computerised
accounting, working effectively in
accounting and finance, processing
book-keeping transactions, control
accounts journals and banking
systems. At level 3 you will study
accounts preparation, preparing final
accounts for sole traders, cost and
revenue, professional ethics, indirect
tax and spreadsheet software.
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Job Roles
Cashier, Credit Control Clerk,
Assistant Accountant, Trainee
Accounting Technician .
Earning Potential
£16K - £25K.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Business Administration
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Business
Duration
Administration Apprentice do?
As a business administration
apprentice, you will handle the
day-to-day tasks in an office and
ensure it runs smoothly. This type
of work requires a strong sense of
responsibility, accuracy and attention to
detail. Your exact duties will depend on
your employer but could include: typing
up board meeting minutes,
consolidating spread sheets, dealing
with daily mail, e-mails and organising
events.
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
A combination of knowledge & practical
units to meet companies requirements
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Transferable Skills in English,
Mathematics and ICT (Functional Skills)
Level 1
Personal learning and thinking skills
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 Diploma in Business and
Administration.
What will I study as a Business
Administration Apprentice?
Communication in a business
environment, Understand employer
organisations, Manage personal
performance and development,
Principles of providing administrative
services, Principles of business
communication and information,
Principles of business, Principles of
administration.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Intermediate (L2): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Competence qualification
Knowledge qualification
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics and ICT (Functional Skills)
Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Level 3 Diploma in Business and
Administration.
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
This will cover Functional Skills,
technical content and identified topics
from the ‘Skills for Business Menu’
(see P.26)
Job Roles
Provide administrative support in a law
firm, school, building supplier, etc.
Earning Potential
£12K - £40K.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Bricklaying
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Bricklaying
Apprentice do?
A Bricklayer is responsible for laying
bricks, pre-cut stone, concrete blocks
and other types of building blocks in
mortar to construct and repair walls,
foundations, partitions, arches and
other structures.
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units
NVQ units
Transferable Skills in English and
Maths (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Trowel
Occupations and Level 2 Diploma in
Bricklaying.
What will I study as a
Bricklayer Apprentice?
Preparing mortar, laying bricks and
blocks, decorative brickwork, safe
working practice and building masonry
structures.
How will the training be
delivered?
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units
NVQ units
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Trowel
Occupations and Level 3 Diploma in
Bricklaying.
Job Roles
Bricklayer, Foundation & Block Work
Technician, Specialist trades including:
restoration and related areas
Once qualified and experienced many
bricklayers become self-employed with
enhanced earning potential
Earning Potential
£16K - £23K
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme to
develop your brickwork & construction
knowledge. You will also improve your
tool & practical skills. At work you will
have a mentor and be visited for reviews
and observations by your College based
co-ordinator.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Customer Service
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Customer
Service Apprentice do?
As a customer service apprentice,
you’ll need clear and up-to-date
knowledge of your organisation’s
products and services and be able to
communicate within a professional
environment. Duties will vary between
sectors, but in most cases you’ll be
offering advice, answering questions or
handling complaints.
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge & competence units
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
Personal learning & thinking skills.
Qualifications obtained
Intermediate (L2): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge & competence units
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
Personal learning & thinking skills.
Qualifications obtained
L3 Diploma in Customer Service.
How will the training be
delivered?
L2 Diploma in Customer Service.
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
What will I study as a
Customer Service
Apprentice?
This will cover Functional Skills,
technical content and identified topics
from the ‘Skills for Business Menu’
(see P.26)
How to deliver customer service
Understand customers
Principles of customer service
Understand employer organisations
Manage personal performance and
development.
Resolve customer complaints
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Duration
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Job Roles
Customer Service Employment,
Hospitality, Retail
Earning Potential
£12K - £30K.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Dental Nurse
Advanced
What does a Dental Nurse
Apprentice do?
As a dental nurse apprentice your
duties will assist the operator in
sterilization of equipment, preparing
materials and making fillings. At a
general dental practice you may also
help at the reception area where you
will be involved in making appointments
and maintaining client records.
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge and competence units
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)
Level 3 Award in Employment & Personal
Learning Skills in Health.
What will I study as a
Dental Nurse Apprentice?
First Aid, Health and safety, clinical
and dental procedures, principles of
infection control, production of dental
images, prevention of periodontal
disease and cavities, prostheses, non
surgical endodontic treatment, support
during extraction, protection of oral
health. Using research skills to solve
problems, manage own learning and
participation through a team leader.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Duration
Advanced (L3): 2 years
Qualifications obtained
L3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one evening a
week during the course of your
programme.
Progression
Upskill in further areas within
Dentistry.
Job Roles
Dental Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Therapy,
Radiography, Oral Health and Practice
Management
Earning Potential
£12K - £28K.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Equestrian
Intermediate/Advanced
What does an Equestrian
Apprentice do?
Training focuses on general horse
care with optional pathways of riding,
breeding and coaching depending on
preference and place of
employment. You will learn how to
take care of horses and maintain high
welfare standards.
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
Equine apprenticeships are tailored to
meet the individual learners requirements
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 City & Guilds Horse Care
Work-Based Diploma/ BHS Stages 1&2/
EQL Level 2
Level 2 Award in Business for the Equine
industry
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills Record of Achievement
Maths and English Functional Skills Level 1
What will I study as an
Equestrian Apprentice?
Core units cover general horse care,
stable and yard maintenance, working
relationships and health and safety.
Optional units cover a variety of subject
areas including rehabilitation, care of
performance horses, trekking,
breeding, coaching, riding on the flat, in
the open and over fences.
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The advanced programme is
suitable for grooms, assistant yard managers and assistant trek leaders aiming
to become instructors/
coaches, yard managers or
specialist grooms
Qualifications obtained
Level 3 City & Guilds Horse Care
Work-Based Diploma/ BHS Stages 3/
EQL Level 3
Level 3 Award in Business for the Equine
industry
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
Record of Achievement
Maths and English Functional Skills Level
2
How will the training be
delivered?
Training is predominantly in the
workplace with additional monthly
training and assessment sessions at
approved locations
Job Roles
Groom, Stud Groom, (Assistant) Trek
Leader, Yard Manager, (Trainee)
Instructor, Professional Rider and/or
Coach
Earning Potential
£12K - £30K.
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Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Electrical Installer
Advanced
What does an Electrical
Installer Apprentice do?
An electrical installer may work on a
variety of domestic, commercial and
industrial projects and will be
responsible for installing or repairing
electrical wiring and equipment in
people’s homes and business. They
can also maintain electrical equipment
and machinery.
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units covered at College
NVQ units trained and assessed at work
End - Point Assessment test
Transferable Skills in English,
Mathematics and ICT (Functional Skills)
Level 2.
What will I study as an
Electrical Installer
Apprentice?
Duration
Advanced (L3): 3 ½ - 4 years
Qualifications obtained
City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in
Electrical Installation
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one day a week
for 3 years during the course of your
programme.
Job Roles
Electrician, Electrical Maintenance
Technician
Earning Potential
£20K - £25K as a newly qualified
electrician.
Experienced, specialist and
Self-Employed Electricians can
earn in excess of £32K
Health and safety/environmental
considerations, overseeing and
organising the working environment,
Design, preparation and installation,
Connecting legislation and practices,
Inspection, testing and commissioning,
Fault finding and rectification.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Engineering
Advanced
What does an Engineering
Apprentice do?
Engineering technicians work on
projects with other engineering
craftspeople and technicians under
the supervision of an engineer. They
cover a variety of skill areas, including:
welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, fluid
mechanics, computer aided design
(CAD), computer numerical controlled
(CNC) machining, and measurement
and inspection. Increasingly, they need
a broad knowledge of other disciplines
such as electronics and electrical
engineering.
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of five
components which include:
NVQ L3 in and Engineering Discipline
BTEC L3 in and Engineering Discipline
Functional Skills L2 (Maths, English and ICT)
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
Employment Responsibilities and
Rights.
What will I study as an
Engineering Apprentice?
Topics and Qualifications depend upon
the apprenticeship being studied.
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Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Duration
Advanced (L3): 3 - 4 years
Qualifications obtained
NVQ L3 in an Engineering
Discipline
BTEC L3 in an Engineering
Discipline
Functional Skills L2 Maths,
English and ICT
How will the training be
delivered?
The training will be divided between
College days and work based days.
The ratio will be determined by the type
of qualification you are studying.
Job Roles
Design using Computer Aided Design
(CAD) Software, Construction,
Installation and Operation of
Fabricating Components, Repair &
Maintenance and Technicians
Earning Potential
Final year Apprentices can earn up to
£25K. Manufacturing Engineers may
earn around £40K with Senior
Engineers earning between £40K and
£55K a year and Chartered Engineers
on average earning around £65K per
year.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Food & Drink Industry
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Food & Drink
Industry Apprentice do?
Engineering Maintenance - Installing,
commisioning and fault finding on
production machinery and systems.
Manufacturing Operator - first line
maintenance, ensuring production
meets customer requirements &
efficiency targets.
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units
NVQ units
Transferable Skills in English and
Maths (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Engineering Maintenance
Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety
in Manufacturing
Training in Food Technology
Manufacturing Operations
Level Certificate 2 Process
Operations Qualification in Food &
Drink
Level 1 in Maths & English
Job Roles
Maintenance Engineer, Production
Planner, Food Technologist
Software & Design Engineer
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 1 year
Advanced (L3): 3 ½ years
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units
NVQ units
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Engineering Maintenance
Level 3 Diploma in Food Safety in
Manufacturing
Training in Food Technology
Manufacturing Operations
Level Certificate 2 Process
Operations Qualification in Food &
Drink
Level 1 in Maths & English
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College for
specialist training in all aspects of the
Food & Drink industry.
Earning Potential
£27K - £40K
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Health & Social Care
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Health & Social
Care Apprentice do?
Social Care Apprentice - you will be
working with a wide range of service
users including the elderly, people with
learning disabilities and the disabled.
You will be working in either a care
home or in the service user’s home.
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 1 ½ years
Advanced (L3): 2 years
How will the training be
delivered?
Health Care Apprentice - you will be
working in a hospital, clinic or hospice
providing similar services whilst also
assisting with clinical procedures.
During your Apprenticeship you will
attend College for up to one day a
week. At work you will have a mentor
and a College based training advisor
that will plan, review and assess your
skills development.
Qualifications obtained
Job Roles
The qualifications as an Apprentice
are:
Intermediate Apprentice’s roles
include:
Level 2/3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Level 2/3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in
Adult Social Care
Employment Responsibilities and Rights
Functional Skills Level 1/2 Maths and
English
Support Worker
Home care Support Worker
Mental Health Support Worker
Care Assistant/Worker
Advanced Apprentice’s roles
move from supporting to
supervising and managing the care
provisions. Roles include:
Senior Care Assistant
Care Supervisor/Officer
Community Support Worker
Senior Healthcare Assistant
Earning Potential
Care workers earn around £12,500
per year as a starting salary. Once
qualified or working at senior level you
could earn £18,000 - £21,000 per year.
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Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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IT, Software, Web and Telecoms
Advanced/Higher
What does an IT, Software,
Web and Telecoms
Apprentice do?
Duration
Careers in IT, Software, Web and
Telecoms are about designing,
installing and commissioning, fault
finding and improving these systems
Qualifications obtained;
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend college one day a week
to access our specialist IT labs and you
will be mentored at work with one of
our training advisors guiding and
assessing you towards your
achievement.
What does an IT
Professional do?
Advanced (L3): 1 - 2 years
Higher (L4): 2 - 3 years
Advanced
You will achieve 2 vocational
qualifications;
Level 3 Diploma Professional
Competence (assessed at work)
Level 3 Edexcel Diploma in IT
(college based)
You will also develop your Maths,
English and transferable skills during
your college course.
Higher Apprenticeship
You will identify system faults, fix
equipment, software and peripherals.
You will set up new equipment and train
clients in new systems, software and
hardware.
Job Roles
IT Technical Support, Software
Developer, Web Developer, Telecoms
Engineer, Network Planner and
Programmer
This programme is at Foundation
Degree Level, you will achieve;
Level 4 Diploma in Professional Competence for IT & Telecoms
Professionals
UCLAN FdSc Computing
Earning Potential
Typical starting salary of £18,000.
Experienced IT technicians qualified at
Advanced level would expect to earn
up to £30,000 a year.
The IT sector has many opportunities
for employment as Consultants and
Self Employed specialists with an
even higher earning potential.
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Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Motor Vehicle
Intermediate/Advanced
What does an Motor Vehicle
Technician do?
A motor vehicle technician is
responsible for the repair and
service of cars, vans, motorbikes,
lorries and coaches. They work on
all vehicle mechanics and electrics,
engine mechanical and electrical
systems, exhaust systems,
air-conditioning & security systems.
Intermediate Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Motor Vehicle Repair Competence Unit
Level 2
Motor Vehicle Repair Principles Level 2
Transferable Skills in English,
Maths and ICT (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 Diploma in Light/Heavy
Vehicle
M&R Competence Level 2 in Light/
Heavy Vehicle.
What will I study as Motor
Vehicle Apprentice?
Health, Safety & Housekeeping, Skills
in materials, Fabrication, Tools &
Measuring Devices, Vehicle
Maintenance - Remove & Replace of
components, Diagnose & Rectify
Vehicle Engine & Electrical Faults.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Advanced (L3): 1 - 1 ½ years
Advanced Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Motor Vehicle Repair Competence Unit
Level 3
Motor Vehicle Repair Principles Level 3
Transferable Skills in English,
Maths and ICT (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Level 3 Diploma in Light/Heavy
Vehicle
M&R Competence Level 3 in Light/
Heavy Vehicle.
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
Job Roles
Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Service
Advisor or Workshop Manager
Earning Potential
£15K - £25K.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Painting and Decorating
Intermediate
What does a painting and
decorating apprentice do?
As a painting and decorating
apprentice you would work on a variety
of domestic and industrial projects
ranging from re-decorating homes to
applying heavy-duty finishes to large
structures like bridges or projects such
as housing developments.
Intermediate Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Knowledge units.
NVQ units.
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 1.
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
What will I study as a
painter and Decorator
Apprentice?
Erecting and dismantling access/
working platforms in the workplace,
preparing surfaces for painting and
decorating in the workplace. Applying
paint system by brush and roller in the
workplace, health, safety and welfare in
the workplace and productive practices
in the workplace. Moving, handling and
storing resources in the workplace.
Visit: www.carlisle.ac.uk
Call: 01228 822708
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Qualifications obtained
L2 Diploma in Painting and
Decorating and special effects
L2 NVQ in Painting and
Decorating
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one day a week
for 2 years during the course of your
programme.
Job Roles
Painter & Decorator, Interior Designer,
Commercial Contractor, Specialist
Restorer
Earning Potential
£14K - £23K
Self-Employed Painter and Decorators
set their own pay rates.
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Plastering
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a plasterer do?
Duration
A plasterer is responsible for applying
different kinds of plaster to internal
walls and ceilings so that they are
ready for decorating. You could also
cover outside walls with coatings, such
as sand and cement render or
pebble-dash.
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Intermediate/Advanced
Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Level 2/3 NVQ Diploma in plastering
Level 2/3 Diploma in plastering
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 1/2.
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR).
Qualifications obtained
L2/L3 Diploma in Plastering and
L2/L3 NVQ in Plastering
How will the training be
delivered?
You will attend College one day a week
Earning Potential
£14K - £25K
What will I study as a
plastering Apprentice?
The history of plastering. How to use
plastering tools and plastering
products, prepare walls and ceilings of
prior to applying plaster, apply
sand/cement and lightweight plaster
to various backgrounds, create and
fix fibrous plasterwork such as dado
rails and ceiling centres, apply external
render and floor screed.
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Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Plumbing
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Plumber do?
Duration
The majority of work is to install
bathrooms (cold & hot water and
sanitation), heating systems, service
and repair domestic and commercial
establishments. They also work with
gas, oil, solid fuel and renewable
systems.
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Advanced (L3): 2 years
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Competence qualification
Knowledge qualification
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Competence qualification
Knowledge qualification
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
City & Guilds NVQ Diploma in Plumbing
& Heating at Level 3. Functions skills at
Level 2 in Maths, English & ICT.
Unvented & Water Regulation Award.
City & Guilds NVQ Diploma in Plumbing
& Heating at Level 2. Functional Skills at
Level 1 in Maths, English & ICT.
Unvented & Water Regulation Award.
How will the training be
delivered?
What will I study as a
Plumber Apprentice?
Progression
Plumbing Skills (theory and practical
activity), Health & Safety at Work, Hot
and Cold Water Sanitation and
Drainage Central Heating.
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
You can progress to a Gas, Oil or Solid
Fuel qualification.
Job Roles
Plumber, Gas Service Engineer and
Renewable Energy Installer
Once qualified and experienced many
plumbers become self-employed with
greater earning potential
Earning Potential
£18K - £35K.
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Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
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Wood Occupations
Intermediate/Advanced
What does a Carpenter and
Bench Joiner do?
A bench joiner is responsible for
making the structures required for a
building site. Examples include doors
and window frames. The role of the
carpenter joiner is to fit these structures
on a building site.
Duration
Intermediate (L2): 2 years
Advanced (L3): 1 ½ years
Intermediate (L2) Apprenticeship
Advanced (L3) Apprenticeship
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
The programme is made up of four
components which include:
Competence qualification
Knowledge qualification
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 1
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Competence qualification
Knowledge qualification
Transferable Skills in English and
Mathematics (Functional Skills) Level 2
Employer Rights and Responsibilities
(ERR)
Qualifications obtained
Qualifications obtained
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood
Occupations
Level 2 Diploma in Site or Bench Joinery.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wood
Occupations
Level 3 Diploma in Site or Bench Joinery.
What will I study as a Wood
Occupations Apprentice?
How will the training be
delivered?
General Health & Safety, Moving,
Handling and Storing Resources,
Installing First Fixing Components,
Installing Second Fixing Components,
Erecting Structural Carcassing,
Producing Setting Out Details,
Marking Out From Setting Out Details,
Manufacturing Routine and Bench
Joinery Products.
Level 3 Carpentry and Joinery or
Employment.
You will attend College one day a week
during the course of your programme.
Progression
Job Roles
Carpenter, Joiner.
Earning Potential
£18K - £25K.
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Call: 01228 822708
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Skills for Business Menu
During your Apprenticeship at Carlisle College you will cover the
technical content of your Apprenticeship, as well as Functional
Skills (Maths, English and ICT).
To really add value for both Apprentice and Employer, we have
included a menu of optional short courses.
These are the skills that employers tell us make the difference.
The best combination of additional courses will be planned with
your employer - but don’t worry, if your role changes you can
choose other options:
Time Management
Business and Customer Awareness
Introduction to Microsoft Office Packages:
Excel - Powerpoint - Word - Access - Project
Introduction to Sage
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Introduction to Accounts
Introduction to Customer Service/Sales
Marketing using Social Media,
Introduction to Web Design
Data Protection and Confidentiality
Presentation Techniques
Minute Taking
Human Resources
Note to employers
Spreadsheets
If you have other staff
Touch Typing
who can benefit from
Team Working
these short courses,
please let us know
Contact
Email: apprenticeships@carlisle.ac.uk
Tel: 01228 822708
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Apprenticeships
The Facts...
2.4 million apprenticeships were
started in England between 2010 and
2015
Apprenticeship participation now stands
at record level: 871,000
funded apprentices in 2014/15
89% of employers reported that apprenticeships
helped their business improve the quality of
their product or service
A quarter of former apprentices had
been promoted (23%) within
12 months of finishing
On average, individuals with an advanced apprenticeship
earn between £77,000 and £117,000 more over
their lifetime than similar individuals with Level 2 qualifications
Carlisle College
Victoria Place
Carlisle
Cumbria
CA1 1HS
Source: National Apprenticeship Service 2015
Carlisle
college
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