Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Laboratory and Science Technicians
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Description
This apprenticeship is aimed at people who wish to gain experience and qualifications as a technician through practical and theoretical skills and work based activities. It extends the range and depth of skills and laboratory practices producing a laboratory technician capable of working within a team or with minimal supervision. The framework is designed for laboratory and science technicians who carry out both routine and one-off laboratory testing and perform a variety of technical support functions to help scientists, technologists and others with their work or who help teachers/lecturers in the delivery of science education.
Apprentices will complete the level 2 NVQ certificate and a tec…
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This apprenticeship is aimed at people who
wish to gain experience and qualifications as a technician through
practical and theoretical skills and work based activities. It
extends the range and depth of skills and laboratory practices
producing a laboratory technician capable of working within a team
or with minimal supervision. The framework is designed for
laboratory and science technicians who carry out both routine and
one-off laboratory testing and perform a variety of technical
support functions to help scientists, technologists and others with
their work or who help teachers/lecturers in the delivery of
science education.
Apprentices will complete the level 2 NVQ certificate and a
technical component which may be achieved by following one of the
following pathways:
- Laboratory and associated technical activities: educational
science
- Laboratory and associated technical activities: industrial
science
End Qualification:
- Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Laboratory
and associated technical activities
- Level 2 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills
- Functional skills in English, maths and ICT
- Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)
Entry Requirements:
Interview required
You will be assessed for your potential to
achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the
level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the
workplace.
You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and
maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards
level 1.
It is strongly recommended that apprentices have reached a minimum
of grade D at GCSE (or equivalent) in maths, English and
science.
At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be
employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16
hours a week (preferably for at least 30 hours per week). You also
need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.
Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.
Assessment:
The NVQ will be assessed through evidence
of workplace activities and observations.
The Technical certificate and the Functional skills will be
delivered on a block release basis at our King’s Lynn Campus.
Employee Rights and Responsibilities - assessed through completion
of a workbook.
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills - evidenced through work and
learning activities and completion of a workbook.
Progression from this course:
Progression could be onto the Advanced Level Apprenticeship for Laboratory and Science Technicians or team leading or management programmes.
Locations:
King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW
Duration:
18 Months
Start times:
Various
How to Apply:
Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form
Course Costs:
There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.
Additional Information:
Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk
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