Important announcements

Update to ST0872 Assessment plan

The ST0872 Assessment plan has been updated to version 1.1 which brings in a small amendment to the KSBs covered by the knowledge test.

S16 has been removed from the knowledge test as it was assessed in the practical too. However, the number of questions hasn’t changed. Get in touch if you have any questions.


 

 

2023 Apprentice wage update

From April 2023, the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is now £5.28 per hour. For those aged 19 or over who have completed their first year it will be £10.18.  

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Update to The Standard and Assessment Plan for ST0252 – Lift and Escalator Electromechanic (Level 3)

The Standard and Assessment Plan for ST0252 –  Lift and Escalator Electromechanic (Level 3) has been updated to Version 2.

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2022 Apprentice wage update

From April 2022 the Government increase the National Minimum Wage for Apprentices from £4.30 to £4.81 per hour. For those aged 19 or over who have completed their first year it’ll be £9.18.

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Whether it’s best practice tips, legal changes, business updates or anything else, you’ll find all the latest news about Apprenticeships and End-Point Assessments right here.

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How to navigate end-point assessment 

How to navigate end-point assessment 

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Mandatory qualifications

Mandatory qualifications policy introduced for apprenticeships

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Understanding end-point assessments - what you need to know as an employer

Understanding end-point assessments – what you need to know as an employer

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How to help your apprentice prepare for end-point assessment

How to help your apprentice prepare for end-point assessment 

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10 benefits of hiring apprentices

10 benefits of hiring apprentices 

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Update to The Standard and Assessment Plan for ST0252

Update to The Standard and Assessment Plan for ST0252 – Lift and Escalator Electromechanic (Level 3)

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Employers: what should you expect from your apprentice training provider?

Employers: what should you expect from your apprentice training provider?

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Q & A with Karen Slade, Head of End-Point Assessment and Responsible Officer at LEIA

Q & A with Karen Slade, Head of End-Point Assessment and Responsible Officer at LEIA

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End-Point Assessment standards flexibilities extended

End-Point Assessment standards flexibilities extended

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