Stage 1 – On programme on and off job training min 12 months
- Continual development of skills through observations, working within the workplace and with an experienced assessor/mentor to gain knowledge and understanding of the industry, the people, the customers and the business
- Knowledge and understanding (theory) will be assessed through questioning and discussion
- Professionalism, behaviours, values, communication and safe working practices will be embedded into the qualification and on programme assessment
Stage 2 – Gateway stage
- Full completion of practical assessments showing competence in all units
- Achievement of all theory exams
- Achieved the required level of Maths and English – GCSE grade C or above
- Achieved Maths and English Level 1 functional skills, progressing on to L2 FS including exam
- Apprentice is required to have shown evidence of the relevant skills, knowledge and behaviours as set out in the standard.