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Build the skills you need bylearning direct from the professionals

PEARSON IN PRACTICE

Course Guide

www.pearsoninpractice.com

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Introduction page 3

Information for Employers 4

Information for Learners 6

Apprenticeships:

Creative and Digital Media 8

Customer Service 9

Health and Social Care 10

Team Leader/Section Supervisor 11

Improving Operational Performance 12

New ICT 13

New Oracle Java Developer 14

Business Administration 15

Construction Operations 16

Security Services 17

Spectator Safety 18

Logistics Operations 19

Driving Goods Vehicles 20

Warehouse and Storage 21

Coming Soon PR 22

Coming Soon Supply Chain Management 23

Training programmes:

Logic4training 25

Pearson in Practice Training Courses 29

Vocational Qualifi cations 33

Commercial Training 37

Contents

PEARSON IN PRACTICE

“ The Pearson in Practice ICT Advanced

Apprenticeship programme is, I believe

the perfect platform for young people

to get a job within the IT and Customer

Service industry.”Glenn Weaver, Service Desk Manager, Serco.

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Introduction

By working across many industry sectors – all vital to growth – the world-class training we deliver helps build the skills-base and makes a signifi cant contribution to the wider economy. Every year, we provide thousands of high quality Apprenticeships, work-based and specialised training programmes, which can be delivered nationally and internationally.

In the classroom, in the workplace, through distance and e-learning, our expert tutors off er learner-focused, employer-driven training that is built around individual needs and business objectives. As part of Pearson, the world’s leading education company, we help to educate more than 100 million people in 60 countries worldwide.

We believe in learning - all kinds of learning for all kinds of people, delivered in a personal style. We believe in its power to change lives, to open doors, to break down barriers, build societies, and off er hope and possibility - because wherever learning fl ourishes, so do people.

Pearson in Practice changes lives, businesses and economies by providing high

quality, industry-specifi c training and qualifi cations. This is achieved through

Apprenticeships, work-based, technical and specialised training programmes.

We give people the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviours that lead to

successful jobs and careers, with an emphasis on the safety and well-being of self

and others. We also help governments, businesses and other organisations to

build skills, improve effi ciency, increase productivity and gain competitive edge.

Build the skills you need by learning direct from the professionals

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Information for Employers

The right training,to the right people,in the right way

Apprenticeships – the Gold Standard of Work-Based trainingPearson in Practice changes businesses and economies by providing world-leading, industry-specifi c training, qualifi cations and up-skilling.

At Pearson in Practice we work with employers and industry experts to deliver Apprenticeship training that is purpose-designed to improve effi ciency, increase productivity and create a competitive edge. Apprenticeships are structured training programmes that combine off the job training in the skills that are required to do the job well, with real experience to consolidate the learning and demonstrate the apprentice’s competency.

Our expert tutors, most of whom are experienced industry professionals, deliver learner-focused, employer-driven training that is built around individual needs and business objectives. It is targeted, focused and the best in its class.

Benefi ts of taking on an ApprenticeThere are many proven benefi ts to working with Pearson in Practice and by investing in Apprenticeship training.

Apprenticeships:

• Improve the bottom line

• Fill the skills gaps

• Motivate the workforce and increases staff retention

• Build a workforce who have the skills and attitude you need

• Create a more diverse talent base

Why choose us?• We’re part of Pearson, the world’s largest education company – so we’ve a

reputation for excellence.

• We’re nationwide, we’re established and we attract the best candidates.

• We’re with you all the way – we’ll help you fi nd, train and support your apprentices.

• We off er you a more diverse range of Apprenticeships – we know your business is not just one department.

“ We could not have expanded

without our Pearson in

Practice-trained engineers.

They are highly educated in

the skills we need, they are

focused and enthusiastic,

and they are team players,

taking great pride in getting

high quality work out to

customers.”Dave Henry, MD,

D & J Henry, UK-wide computer repair

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Why do you need an apprentice?Apprenticeships are the gold standard of work-based learning and they play a central role in the Government’s plans for growing skills in the economy. They are considered an eff ective way of creating a workforce that has the skills and the attitude that employers want and need.

Apprenticeships are designed with the support of the industry and off er a structured programme that combines off -the-job training in the skills that are needed to do the job well, with real experience to consolidate the learning and demonstrate the apprentice’s competency.

Benefi ts to taking on an apprenticeThere are many benefi ts to taking on an apprentice and working with Pearson in Practice, these include:

• Improves the bottom line

• Fills the skills gaps

• Motivates the workforce and increases staff retention

• More cost eff ective than hiring skilled staff

• Builds a workforce that has the right skills and attitude

• Creates a more diverse talent base

• Safety-fi rst culture instilled

Why Apprenticeships?

77% of employers

believe Apprenticeships make

them more competitive

76% say that

Apprenticeships provide

higher overall productivity

80% feel that

Apprenticeships reduce staff

turnover

88% believe that

Apprenticeships lead to a

more motivated and satisfi ed

workforce*

*www.apprenticeships.org.uk

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WHY BECOME AN APPRENTICE?

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“ Apprentices can earn £100,000 more

during their working lives than other

employees.” National Apprenticeship Service

Information for Learners

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Pearson in Practice changes lives, businesses and economies by providing world-leading, industry-specifi c training, qualifi cations and skill development.

Why an Apprenticeship?Don’t fancy going to university? Would you rather be in work, earning money while picking up skills and qualifi cations?

Then you should perhaps consider an Apprenticeship. An Apprenticeship is a real job for a real employer, and they are available in nearly any industry you can think of. An apprentice learns on-the-job, undertaking qualifi cations while gaining essential work experience – earning while learning.

Our Apprenticeships have been designed with the help of industry experts and our own experienced tutors to deliver learner-focused training that can lead to a rewarding and sustainable career.

Apprenticeships are usually delivered part on-the-job and part off -the-job at a location suitable to you, or through distance and e-learning.

Apprenticeships are open to anyone over age 16 living in England and not taking part in full-time education.

Benefi ts to becoming an ApprenticeThere are many benefi ts to undertaking an Apprenticeship with one of Pearson in Practice’s partner employers.

• Earn money, get qualifi ed, gain experience

• Receive relevant training in your chosen trade and improve your career prospects

• Gain nationally-recognised qualifi cations

• Learn job-specifi c skills

Why choose us?• We’re part of Pearson, the world’s largest education company. That means

quality comes fi rst. And so do you

• We’re a national provider, that means we have more employer links and more opportunities for you

• We off er a combination of learning delivery styles so you get more out of your Apprenticeship

• We have excellent success – we’re at 92% completion rate for our ICT programme, for example

Information for Learners

Apprenticeships – a proven way to a sustainable and rewarding career

“ The course is diffi cult, but

anyone prepared to go the

extra mile will do well. It’s

very intensive learning, and

it is a good place to learn.

Apprentices are encouraged

to behave like professionals

and given the respect they

deserve, it’s not like learning

at school or college.”Jordan McFarlane - Pearson in Practice Apprentice

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Why this course?Digital marketing continues to evolve at a ferocious pace. Online research, digital marketing, social media, mobile technologies, animation and search engine optimisation are highly eff ective ways to establish a presence and create the right impression in a competitive marketplace. We off er an Advanced Apprenticeship in Creative and Digital Media.

The programme is designed for any company or any individual that is interested in using creative and digital media, and is particularly suited to marketing or advertising agencies, web developers or PR companies who want to stay ahead of their competitors. It is also relevant to in-house teams who want to improve their digital output without incurring high outsourcing costs.

This course is unique in that it also includes Adobe Certifi ed Associate Certifi cation, which covers training in Adobe products such as Photoshop, Flash or Dreamweaver.

DurationThe programme runs for around 9 months. All apprentices will complete 8 weeks of off -the-job training at a Pearson in Practice Training Centre where they will gain an understanding of the industry and the employment opportunities it off ers.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Digital Media Competence (QCF)

• Level 3 Certifi cate in Creative and Digital Media (QCF)

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Information and Communication Technology

• Adobe Certifi ed Associate Certifi cation

Advanced Apprenticeships

Creative and Digital Media Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsEnglish GCSE grade A-C. In exceptional cases, highly motivated applicants with the right attitude may be accepted onto the programme.

Career progressionThe course off ers an eff ective route into many entry level positions across creative and digital media.

LocationLondon and Manchester

For more information please contact:w: pearsoninpractice.comt: 0845 055 6404e: [email protected]

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Why this course?Businesses around the world invest heavily in customer service professionals in order to establish and develop customer loyalty, and in turn, secure revenue. Customer service skills are transferable across sectors, enabling apprentices to choose from a wide career path.

Our Apprenticeship programmes provide apprentices with the practical skills they need to secure and succeed within customer service roles. We off er an Intermediate and Advanced Apprenticeship in Customer Service.

DurationThe Intermediate programme runs for approximately 9 months, the Advanced for approximately 12 months. All apprentices will complete part of their training in the workplace and part in a Pearson in Practice Training Centre.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) Certifi cate/Diploma in Customer Service or

Edexcel Level 3 (Advanced)

• Certifi cate/Diploma in Customer Service

• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) BTEC Certifi cate in

• Customer Service or Edexcel Level 3 (Advanced)

• BTEC Certifi cate in Customer Service

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

All apprentices will develop their awareness and responsibilities for health and safety and will gain communication, presentation and team working skills.

Customer Service Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionLevel 2 (Intermediate)Customer Service TraineeCustomer Service AssistantCustomer Service AgentCustomer Service Representative

Level 3 (Advanced)Customer Relationship ManagerCustomer Relationship Co-ordinatorCustomer Service Team Leader

LocationNationwide

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Why this course?The health and social care sector comprises over 2 million people employed by the NHS, as well as other voluntary and private healthcare providers. The range of roles within the sector is varied, with the NHS careers website listing around 300 diff erent jobs. Our Intermediate or Advanced Level Apprenticeship equips apprentices with key skills which will help them pursue employment within the industry.

DurationThe Intermediate programme runs for approximately 12 months, the Advanced programme for approximately 18 months. All apprentices will complete part of their training in the workplace and part in a Pearson in Practice Training Centre.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) Diploma in Health and Social Care or Edexcel

Level 3 (Advanced) Diploma in Health and Social Care

• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) BTEC Certifi cate in

• Preparing to work in Adult Social Care or Edexcel

• Level 3 BTEC Certifi cate in Preparing to work in

• Adult Social Care

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Advanced Apprenticeships

Health and Social Care Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionLevel 2 (Intermediate)Care Assistant/WorkerPersonal AssistantRelief Team WorkerNight Care AssistantDomiciliary Care Key WorkerMental Health Support Worker

Level 3 (Advanced)Care Offi cerCare SupervisorsSenior Care WorkerSocial Work Assistant

LocationNationwide

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

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Why this course?This Intermediate level Apprenticeship provides apprentices with the essential skills they need to succeed in team leader/supervisor roles. Apprentices will develop an understanding of how to manage personal development, establish working relationships, manage confl ict, as well as how to participate in and lead meetings.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 18 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 Certifi cate in Team Leading

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

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Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subjectare essential.

Career progressionLearners will complete the Apprenticeship as well-placed candidates for management/team leading roles across a variety of industries and sectors.

LocationNationwide

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Why this course?The Improving Operational Performance Apprenticeship is suitable for anyone whose work involves improving business performance. A key part of the programme is Business Improvement Techniques (B-IT) which benefi ts organisations in all Sectors where there is a need to review business processes in order to identify and eliminate waste and improve quality. The Apprenticeship will help employers improve their operational performance through developing the skills of staff to improve the productivity and profi tability of any organisation.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 9 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certifi cate in Lean

• Organisation Management Techniques (QCF)

• Edexcel Level 2 Diploma in Business Improvement

• Techniques (QCF)

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Advanced Apprenticeships

Improving Operational Performance Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required although thispathway would particularly suitable for those people who are good at problem solving and enjoy organising activities.

Career progressionQuality Control Offi cerProcess OperatorEngineering OperativeManufacturing OperativeProject Offi cerProject ManagerAdministratorIT Offi cer

LocationNationwide

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

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Why this course?The ICT industry currently has more job vacancies than qualifi ed people to fi ll them, which means that there is a demand for people with the right skills and qualifi cations across all sectors of business.

We work closely with employers to identify and develop talented and motivated IT professionals so that they have the right skills for today’s businesses.

This apprenticeship is aimed at those people looking to enter the industry as an IT professional in a range of areas, such as IT Support, Hardware Engineer, Field Technician or Technical Support Analyst.

DurationThis programme runs for 9 months for all learners between the ages of 16- 24. Prior to the start of the programme you will attend workshops for 8 weeks where you will receive advice, guidance, and free career mentoring to help you in writing a CV, searching and applying for a job, preparing for an interview and advice on overall career progression. Every learner will have six weeks of training within a state of the art Pearson in Practice Training Centre at the start of the apprenticeship. A second period of training of 3 or 6 weeks will be agreed with the employer and will take place between week 9 and the end of the programme.** During this time the apprentice will complete technical training whilst gaining key business skills and internationally recognised vendor qualifi cations.

All learners will study for the following qualifi cations:• Microsoft Technology Associate (‘Networking Fundamentals’ &

‘ Windows Operating Systems Fundamentals’)

• CompTIA A+

• Advanced Apprenticeship for IT, Software, Web and Telecoms Professionals

Optional (further week)

• Microsoft Certifi ed Technology Specialist (MCTS 70 - 680)*

For the remainder of the apprenticeship you will be working with your employer and will put into practice the skills you have learnt during your training.

* Alternative qualifi cations available on request** Delivery model information available on request.

Entry RequirementsMinimum of 4 GCSE grades A-C. In exceptional cases, highly motivated applicants with the right attitude may be accepted onto the programme.

Career ProgressionThe ICT Advanced Apprenticeship can lead to a range of career options within the IT sector.

LocationNationwide

ICT Advanced Apprenticeships

Silver Learning

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Why this course?With over 1.3 million Oracle professionals in the world today, the Oracle Certifi cation programme is a recognised industry standard. Oracle certifi cations are tangible benchmarks of experience and expertise that provide measurable benefi ts to employers who are looking for employees who will help them gain competitive advantage through their Oracle technologies. Oracle provides the world’s most complete business software and hardware systems and plenty of opportunities for qualifi ed IT professionals.

We work closely with employers to identify and develop talented and motivated IT professionals so that they have the right skills for today’s businesses.

This apprenticeship is aimed at those people looking to enter the industry as an IT professional in a range of areas related to Oracle Java, such as Programmer, Developer, Java Support or Mobile Technologies.

DurationThis programme runs for 9 months for all learners between the ages of 16- 24. Prior to the start of the programme you will attend workshops for 8 weeks where you will receive advice, guidance, and free career mentoring to help you in writing a CV, searching and applying for a job, preparing for an interview and advice on overall career progression.

Every learner will have six weeks of training within a state of the art Pearson in Practice Training Centre at the start of the apprenticeship. A second period of training of 3 or 6 weeks will be agreed with the employer and will take place between week 9 and the end of the programme.** During this time the apprentice will complete technical training whilst gaining key business skills and internationally recognised vendor qualifi cations.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Oracle Certifi ed Associate, Java SE 7 Programmer

• Microsoft Technology Associate (‘Software Development Fundamentals’)

• Advanced Apprenticeship for IT, Software, Web and Telecoms Professionals

Optional (further week)

• Oracle Certifi ed Professional, Java SE 7 Programmer

For the remainder of the apprenticeship you will be working with your employer and will put into practice the skills you have learnt during your training.

** Delivery model information available on request.

Advanced Apprenticeships

Oracle Java Developer Advanced Apprenticeships

Entry Requirements Minimum of 4 GCSE grades A-C. In exceptional cases, highly motivated applicants with the right attitude may be accepted onto the programme.

Career ProgressionThe Oracle Java Advanced Apprenticeship can lead to a range of career options within the IT sector.

LocationLondon

in partnership with Oracle University

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Why this course?Business Administration is a fundamental part of corporate and non-corporate operations. This Apprenticeship enables apprentices to develop and establish a variety of administrative skills and improve their communication and IT profi ciency.

We off er an Intermediate and an Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration.

DurationThe Intermediate programme runs for approximately 9 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training, the Advanced programme runs for approximately 12 months.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) Certifi cate/Diploma

• in Business and Administration or Edexcel Level 3

• (Advanced) Certifi cate/Diploma in Business and Administration

• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) BTEC Certifi cate in

• Principles of Business and Administration or Edexcel

• Level 3 (Advanced) BTEC Certifi cate in Principles of Business and Administration

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionLevel 2 (Intermediate) AdministratorJunior Legal SecretaryJunior Medical SecretaryMedical ReceptionistOffi ce JuniorReceptionist

Level 3 (Advanced)Administration Executive/Offi cerAdministration Team LeaderPersonal Assistants or SecretaryLegal SecretaryMedical Secretary

LocationNationwide

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

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Why this course?More than 2 million people – 1 in 14 of the UKworkforce – currently work in construction and the built environment. Construction and surrounding industries continue to be a key driver in the UK economy. Of those working in construction, at least 2 out of 5 work in the skilled trades and most trained as an apprentice.

Our Apprenticeship programmes establish a wide variety of construction skills. Our Intermediate (Level 2) Apprenticeship is suitable for new entrants as well as those who are already employed. This Apprenticeship equips apprentices with the Intermediate level skills they need to succeed in the construction industry. The skills gained in our Advanced (Level 3) are for more experienced employees who seek the skills for supervisor positions.

DurationThe Level 2 programme runs for approximately 12 months, the advanced for 12 – 18, through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) Diploma in

• Construction Operations or Edexcel Level 3

• (Advanced) in Construction Operations

• CAA Level 2 Diploma in Construction Operations- General Construction (Intermediate)

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

All apprentices will develop key industry specifi c skills and advance towards obtaining the CSCS Card.

Advanced Apprenticeships

Construction Operations Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionConstruction OperativeSite Supervisor (Advanced)

LocationNationwide

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Why this course?This Intermediate level Apprenticeship provides apprentices with an understanding of the importance of security and loss prevention. Apprentices will also gain confl ict management and communication skills, and will be able to establish eff ective relationships.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 12 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 2 Certifi cate in Providing

• Security Services

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionDoor SupervisorCCTV SupervisorSecurity Offi cer

LocationNationwide

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

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Why this course?This Intermediate level Apprenticeship equips apprentices with the skills they need to manage confl ict, support team members and eff ectively prepare for spectator events. Apprentices will also discover how to control the entry, exit and movement of crowds.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 12 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certifi cate in Spectator Safety

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Advanced Apprenticeships

Spectator Safety Apprenticeships

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionStewardSafety MarshallGround Safety Assistant

LocationNationwide

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Why this course?Logistics skills are paramount to the eff ective operation of companies across the globe. Our Apprenticeship Programmes provide apprentices with role-specifi c customer service and operational skills. They will also develop an understanding of health and safety issues and information and procedures relating to the collection and delivery of loads. We off er two Apprenticeship programmes; Level 2 Intermediate and Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Logistics Operations.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 18 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel BTEC Level 2 (Intermediate) Certifi cate in

• Logistics Operations (QCF) or Edexcel BTEC Level 3

• (Advanced) Certifi cate in Logistics Operations (QCF)

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Entry requirementsApprentices must be 19 years of age or older. No formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionLevel 2 (Intermediate)Logistics OperativeStock Control AssistantReplenishment AssistantTransport PlannerVehicle Parts Operative

Level 3 (Advanced)Logistics ManagerStock Control ManagerReplenishment Manager

LocationNationwide

Logistics Operations Apprenticeships

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Why this course?The economy relies on the effi cient movement of goods. In recent times, transport service companies in England have reported a combination of skills gaps and shortages. These include communications, literacy and numeracy.

Our Apprenticeship programme provides apprentices with skills in all of these areas. Apprentices will also develop their customer service and route planning skills and will learn the importance of load protection. We off er a Intermediate and an Advanced Apprenticeship in Driving Goods Vehicles.

DurationThe Intermediate programme runs for approximately 9 months, the Advanced for approximately 12 months. They are delivered through a mix of off and on-the-job-training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations: • Edexcel Level 2 (Intermediate) Certifi cate in Driving

• Goods Vehicle or Edexcel Level 3 (Advanced) Diploma

• in Driving Goods Vehicles

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Application of Number

• Key Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Advanced Apprenticeships

Driving Goods Vehicles Apprenticeships –Van; Rigid Vehicle; Articulated or Drawbar Vehicle

Entry requirementsApprentices must be 19 years of age or older. No formal qualifi cations are required for Level 2, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionLevel 2 (Intermediate)Van DriverRigid VehicleArticulated/Drawbar Driver

Level 3 (Advanced)Van DriverRigid VehicleArticulated/Drawbar Driver

LocationNationwide

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Why this course?This Intermediate level Apprenticeship equips apprentices with key role-specifi c skills, such as how to handle and store goods. Apprentices will also develop customer service skills which employers require.

DurationThe programme runs for approximately 12 months through a mix of off and on-the-job training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:Edexcel Level 2 Certifi cate in Warehousing and StorageKey Skills/Functional Skills: Application of NumberKey Skills/Functional Skills: Communication

Entry requirementsNo formal qualifi cations are required, although a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for the subject are essential.

Career progressionGoods-In OperatorStock Control OperatorWarehousing Offi cerWarehouse OperativeLogistics Operative

LocationNationwide

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

Warehousing and Storage Apprenticeships– Logistics Operative

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Why this course?Working with the PRCA, Skills CFA @ WORK and Edexcel, Pearson in Practice have led the development of a Higher Apprenticeship for the PR industry. Responding to employers requests for an apprenticeship programme which enables the recruitment of talented non-graduates into the PR industry, this programme has been developed through the involvement of over 100 PR companies including Grayling, Shine Communications, Mustard Communications, Hillingdon Council and Proctor and Gamble. Our apprenticeship programme also off ers the opportunity for existing PR employees to develop their skills and gain an industry recognised qualifi cation. Further information on this new apprenticeship programme can be found at www.prapprenticeships.com.

DurationThe programme is still under development but is likely to run for between 12 and 18 months, and involve training in the workplace, in training centres and online training.

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:• Edexcel Level 4 Diploma in Public Relations

• English

• Maths

• Information and Communication Technology

All apprentices will develop their understanding of the PR industry, presentation and research skills, writing eff ective communications, planning and delivering campaigns and selling into the media. Employers can choose from a range of additional optional units including for example, social media, events, budgets and crisis PR depending on their business focus.

Advanced Apprenticeships

Public Relations Higher Level Apprenticeships

COMING SOON – SEPTEMBER 2012

Entry RequirementsEnglish GCSE grade A-C. Each PR company or in house department will determine their own entry requirements, but a willingness to learn, aptitude for creativity and high level grammar and writing skills are essential.

Career progressionThe course off ers an eff ective route into the PR and Creative Media industries and can lead to careers in the public, private and 3rd sectors.

LocationNationwide

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Why this Course?Every organisation has to buy goods and services and this means that Supply Chain people work everywhere from global corporations to market stalls. For many organisations, their biggest cost is the goods and services bought from third parties. This includes all the costs of managing supply including purchasing, expediting, inventory management, delivery and receipt of goods and quality control. Supply chains within and across all other sectors are reliant on the eff ectiveness of the people who work within them. Apprentices can work as Supply Chain Offi cers making sure goods are ordered and delivery of them is tracked. Advanced Apprentices may work as Supply Chain Managers, ensuring suppliers are supplying or delivering goods correctly.

Duration12 months

Apprentices study for the following qualifi cations:Level 2 Supply Chain Operations

• Certifi cate in Supply Chain Operations

• Application of Numbers Level 1

• Communications Level 1

• Information Communication Technology Level 1

• Employees Rights and Responsibilities

• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Level 3 Diploma in Supply Chain Management

• Certifi cate in Supply Chain Operations

• Application of Numbers Level 2

• Communications Level 2

• Information Communication Technology Level 2

• Employees Rights and Responsibilities

• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Entry RequirementsEmployers are looking to attract applicants who have a keen interest in working in a Supply Chain role in the Logistics Sector. They must be willing to work shifts if required, as part of a team and be good timekeepers. Employers are also interested in applicants who have basic literacy, numeracy and ICT skills on which this Intermediate/Advanced/ Higher Apprenticeship will build.

Applicants to this Intermediate/Advanced/Higher Apprenticeship will be a mix of ages and experience. As a guide, applicants may come from a range of routes including:

• Work or work experience

• Training and/or experience which could include a portfolio showing what they have done foundation learning at level 1 any of the Key Skills or Functional Skills

• Young Apprenticeship

• Traffi c Offi ce Intermediate Apprenticeship

• Warehousing and Storage Intermediate Apprenticeship

• Driving Goods Vehicles Intermediate Apprenticeship

• International Trade and Logistics Operations Intermediate Apprenticeship any of the (14-19) Diplomas including Retail Business which has logistics content vocational or academic qualifi cation(s)

Career ProgressionSupply Chain SpecialistSupply Chain AnalystSupply Chain Manager

LocationNationwide

Supply Chain Management Apprenticeships

COMING SOON – SEPTEMBER 2012

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Training Programmes

TRAINING PROGRAMMES

INTRODUCTION

COMMERCIAL TRAININGGOVERNMENT FUNDED TRAININGEMPLOYER FUNDED TRAINING

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Premier training in gas, oil, electrical, plumbing and renewablesLogic4training, part of Pearson in Practice, is the South East’s premier training and assessment provider for the gas, oil, electrical, plumbing and renewable industries, with centres in Basildon, Northolt and Luton.

Logic4training comprises modern, purpose-built centres, which off er a comfortable, relaxed and professional training environment. Our experienced team of trainers and assessors provide a high level of teaching and assistance during our courses. Most of our custom comes through word-of-mouth recommendations and repeat bookings.

Our modern and spacious air-conditioned units off er ample parking with easy access by road or underground.

We supply all safety equipment, tools, documents and refreshments. Lunch is provided free in our own canteen. Like all Pearson in Practice training, Logic4training courses have been designed with both the learner and the industry in mind.

For more information on Logic4training please contact:

Tel: 0845 845 7222Email: [email protected]: www.logic4training.co.uk

We off er many courses in the fi elds of gas, electrical, oil, renewables and plumbing

• Domestic Natural Gas Safety

• Commercial Natural Gas Safety

• Commercial Catering

• LPG

• Electrical Courses

• OFTEC Oil

• Renewable Energy Courses

• Heating and Water Related Courses

• F-Gas Refrigeration Handling

• Safety Management Courses (Gas)

• Health and Safety Training Courses

More information can be found in the table overleaf.

Logic4training

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Codes Course Duration

DOMESTIC NATURAL GAS

Packages

CCN1 & Appliances Initial Core Gas Safety Training & Assessment 5 days

(Initial Assessment) CCN1 - CKR1 - HTR1 - CENWAT

CCN1 & Appliances Re - Assessment Core Gas Safety Training & Assessment 4 days

(Re - Assessment) CCN1 - CKR1 - HTR1 - CENWAT

CCN1 Core gas safety individual category (training) 2 days

CCN1 Core gas safety individual category (assessment) 2 days

Appliances

CENWAT Central heating boilers/hot water heaters (CPA1 required) Contact us

CKR1 Cookers Contact us

HTR1 Space heaters (including gas fi res and wall heaters) (CPA1 required) Contact us

DAH1 Warm air heating appliances Contact us

MET1 Meters Contact us

LAU1 Tumble dryers Contact us

CPA1 Combustion Performance Analysis Contact us

New Entrants Course for Domestic Gas

APL Foundation Course 5 days

Approved Prior Learning 10 day Course 10 days

LPG ACS Training & Assessment

CONGLP1 Change over from Natural Gas to LPG (Training) 1 day

(Including CONGLP1 PD) Change over from Natural Gas to LPG (Assessment) 1 day

LPG Category Package inc CONGLP1 LAV CONGLP1 RPH CONGLP1 B HTRLP2 1 day (Leisure) (Residential Park Homes) (Boats) (Closed Flue Fires)

COMMERCIAL NATURAL GAS

Packages

CODNCO1, ICPN1, TPCP1A, CIGA1, CORT1, CDGA1

Commercial changeover package 6 days

COCN1, ICPN1, TPCP1A, CIGA1, CORT1, CDGA1

Commercial Core gas safety package 8 days

COCN1 Commercial Core natural gas safety (Training) 3 days

Commercial Core natural gas safety (Assessment) 2 days

CODNCO1 Changeover domestic natural gas to commercial natural gas (Training) 2 days

Changeover domestic natural gas to commercial natural gas (Assessment) 1 day

Domestic to Commercial up-skill package 8 days

APL Approved Prior Learning programme for commercial heating 5 days

Pipework

ICPN1 Installation fi rst fi x of pipework in excess of 35mm for natural gas and LPG (Training) 1/2 day

Installation fi rst fi x of pipework in excess of 35mm for natural gas and LPG (Assessment) 1/2 day

TPCP1ATightness testing & purging of installation pipework not exceeding 1m3 in volume (Training)

1 day

Tightness testing & purging of installation pipework not exceeding 1m3 in volume (Assess)

1/2 day

TPCP1 Tightness testing & purging of installation pipework exceeding 1m3 in volume (Training) 2 days

Tightness testing & purging of installation pipework exceeding 1m3 in volume (Assessment)

1 day

Appliances

CIGA1 Commission, service, repair and breakdown of indirect fi red commercial appliances Contact us

CORT1 Commission, service, repair and breakdown of overhead radiant tube heaters and Contact us

radiant plaque heaters

CDGA1 Commission, service, repair and breakdown of direct fi red commercial appliances Contact us

BMP1(formally CBHP1) Commercial gas boosters – medium pressure Contact us

CGFE1 Commercial gas fuelled engines. This can be carried out on-site. Contact us

For pricing information and full course details contact Logic4training directly

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Codes Course DurationCOMMERCIAL CATERING

Packages

CODC1, COCATA1 ACS changeover from domestic to commercial catering Package COCD1, including 3 days

COCATA1 changeover domestic to catering appliances

CCCN1, COMCAT1COMCAT3

ACS commercial catering Core package CCCN1, including (boiler burners, open/solid top ranges, hotplate, bain maries) and COMCAT3 (deep fat and pressure fryers, griddle, grills)

5 days

Separates

COCDC1 Changeover from domestic to commercial catering (must hold CCN1) 1 day

CCCN1 Commercial catering core natural gas 4 days

COCATA1 Changeover from domestic to catering appliances 1 day

COMCAT1 Boiler burners, open/solid top ranges, hotplate, bain maries 1 day

COMCAT3 Deep fat and pressure fryers, griddles, grills) 1 day

CMC1 Commercial mobile catering (must also hold LPG changeover) 1 day

ELECTRICAL COURSES

City &Guilds 2382-12 BS7671:2008 17th edition wiring regulations 3 days

City & Guilds 2391Inspection testing & certifi cation of electrical installations to BS7671 From July 2012 we will be off ering the new 2394 & 2395 courses which will replace 2391

1/2 day

City & Guilds 2377-22 PAT testing L3 Award in-service inspection & testing of electrical equipment 2 days

Part P” electrical defi ned & full scope courses

Defi ned scope package including lighting & power levels B&C 4 days

Level A module to add to above defi ned scope 1 day

Level A full scope electrical package 5 days

Defi ned scope “Part P” re-assessment package 2 days

New AM2 Electrotechnical assessment

Achievement measurement 2 (AM2) Electrotechnical assessment 3 days

AM2 revision Contact Us

AM2 retest Contact Us

OFTEC OIL

OFTEC Training and Assessment Package OFT10 101, 105E, 600A

This package includes training and assessment on the 3 main OFTEC elements OFT10 101, OFT 10 105E and OFT10 600A

4 days

OFT10–101 Domestic/light commercial pressure jet appliance commissioning & servicing 2.5 days

OFT10 –105E Domestic oil fi ring installation and energy conservation measures in buildings 1 day

OFT10–600A Domestic and non-domestic oil storage and supply installation 1 day

OFT50 OFTEC oil fi ring introductory training course 5 days

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Solar photovoltaic systems course (installer or designer) 3 days

Solar thermal domestic hot water course (installer or designer) 2 days

Domestic heat pump installer course (installer or designer) 3 days

City & Guilds 6020-01 domestic energy assessor course 5 days

Please contact us for any bespoke courses that we can facilitate on all of the above subject areas

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Codes Course Duration

HEATING & WATER RELATED COURSES

HWSS hot water systems and safety (incorporating unvented HWS) 1 day

Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) certifi cate 1 day

Legionella prevention and water treatment (operative or management course) 1 day

Certifi cate in energy effi ciency for domestic heating 1 day

SAFETY MANAGEMENT COURSES

Gas safety awareness and management 1 day

Electrical safety awareness and management 1 day

PEB1 Protective equipotential bonding 1/2 day

F-GAS REFRIDGERATION COURSES

City & Guilds 2079-11 Level 2 certifi cate in F-Gas & ODS regulations 5 days

City & Guilds 2079-11 Level 2 certifi cate in F-Gas & ODS regulations (for experienced operatives)

3 days

HEALTH & SAFETY COURSES

Health & safety awareness 1 day

The site supervisors’ safety training 2 days

Asbestos awareness 1/2 day

Fire safety 1/2 day

IOSH working safely 1/2 day

Manual handling 1/2 day

Offi ce safety 1/2 day

Working at height including Steps and ladders 1/2 day

Please contact us for any bespoke courses that we can facilitate on all of the above subject areas

For more information on Logic4trainingplease contact:Tel: 0845 845 7222Email: [email protected]: www.logic4training.co.uk

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In today’s marketplace it is essential that your team operates at peak effi ciency whilst also demonstrating appropriate levels of safety awareness. Our growing range of training courses are designed to meet the needs of your industry and ensure that you and your business are fully compliant with legislation. We provide the solution – whether you need a comprehensive rolling training programme or a short course delivered urgently.

As a leading provider of on-site assessment and training, we understand that modern, specialist training requires a fl exible approach. Our industry-experienced and accredited trainers deliver courses on-site or, if convenient, at local venues.

We aim to minimise downtime and work with you to make sure your expectations are met.

Training – wherever and whenever you need itIn the classroom, in the workplace, through distance and e-learning, our expert tutors off er learner-focused, employer-driven training that is built around individual needs and business objectives. One size does not fi t all, and we will work with you to deliver fl exible, eff ective and quality training.

We deliver training in a number of sectors, including Business Administration, Customer Service, Health and Social Care, Construction and Logistics.

Pearson in Practice Training Courses

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

Overleaf is a list of our more popular courses.

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Courses Duration Min* Max** Construction Logistics Health Security All

Abrasive Wheels 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Abrasive Wheels 1 day 6 12 Yes

Achieving Behavioural Change (ABC) 1 day 6 20 Yes

Appointed Person (Crane) 5 days 8 12 Yes

Asbestos Awareness 1/2 day 6 12 Yes Yes Yes

Cable Avoidance Tool (CAT) & Signal Generator (Genny)/Utility Avoidance 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Carry and Deliver Goods 1 day 8 20 Yes

CDM Regulations Awareness 1 day 6 12 Yes

Client Contractor National Safety Group (CCNSG) Safety Passport Scheme 2 day 6 16 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - Basic Entry/Awareness 1 day 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - Entry/Awareness High Risk 2 days 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - Management & Supervising of Work 3 days 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - 6150-02 Level 2 C&G Medium Risk 2 day 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - 6150-03 Level 3 C&G High Risk 3 days 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - 6150-04 C&G Level 4 Top Man 2 day 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Space Training - 6150-05 Rescue from Conf Space 4 days 4 8 Yes

Confi ned Spaces Awareness 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Confl ict Management 1½ days 6 15 Yes

Counterbalance Forklift & Reach Truck (In-House certifi cation) 4 days 3 3 Yes Yes

Counterbalance Forklift & Reach Truck (National certifi cation) NPORS 6 days 3 3 Yes Yes

Counterbalance Forklift Truck (In-House certifi cation) 3 days 3 3 Yes Yes

Counterbalance Forklift Truck (National certifi cation) NPORS 5 days 3 3 Yes Yes

Defensive Driving Techniques for Passenger Carrying Vehicles 1day 8 20 Yes Yes

Digital Tachographs for Managers and Drivers 1/2 day 8 20 Yes

Door Supervision 4 days 6 12 Yes

Driving within the Waste Management Industry 1 day 7 20

Emergency First Aider at Work (EFAW) 1 day 6 16 Yes

Emergency Response/Basic Life Support 3 hours 10 20 Yes

Environmental Awareness for Supervisors 1/2 day 6 16 Yes

Excavation Safety (Operatives, Supervisors, Managers) 2 day 2 8 Yes

Fire Awareness 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Fire Coordinator 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Fire Safety HABC L-1 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Fire Safety HABC L-2 1 day 6 12 Yes

Fire Warden Training (In-House) 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

First Aid at Work 3 days 6 12 Yes

First Aid at Work (Re-qualifi cation) 2 days 6 12 Yes

First Aid Awareness 3 hours 10 20 Yes

Forklift Refresher Training 1 day 3 3 Yes Yes

Fuel-Effi cient Driving 1 day 2 4 Yes

Handling Goods and Materials 1 day 8 20 Yes

Health and Safety Awareness 1 day 6 20 Yes

Health and Safety Awareness for Water Jetting Operations 1 day 4 8 Yes

Health and Safety Provisions and Customer Services within the Logistics Industry

1 day 7 20 Yes

* Minimum course participants ** Maximum course participants For full course information and pricing please contact [email protected]

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Courses Duration Min* Max** Construction Logistics Health Security All

Infection Control 1/2 day 6 20 Yes Yes Yes

Introduction to IPAF (MEWPs) Experienced Workers 1 day 3 6 & 4 Yes Yes

Introduction to IPAF (MEWPs) Novice 2 days 3 6 & 4 Yes Yes

Introduction to Tunnelling and Associated Construction Works 1 day 6 12 Yes Yes

IOSH Managing Safely 4 or 5 days 6 20 Yes

IOSH Working Safely 1 day 6 20 Yes

Lifting Duties using 360° Excavator 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Manual Handling 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Manual Handling HABC L-2 1 day 6 12 Yes

National CPC 6 days 5 10 Yes

New Roads & Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA): Operative Route 5 days 4 8 Yes

New Roads & Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA): Supervisors Route 5 days 4 8 Yes

Mobile Tower Scaff old Awareness 1 day 4 12 Yes

Offi ce Safety Awareness 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

On The Road Driver Assessment 1 day 4 4 Yes Yes Yes

Paediatric First Aid 1 day 6 12 Yes

Paediatric First Aid 2 days 6 12 Yes

Physical Intervention Skills for the Private Security Industry 1 day 6 12 Yes

Physical Intervention Skills for the Private Security Industry L-2 2 day 6 12 Yes

Plant Management Safety Training Scheme (PMSTS) 5 days 6 20 Yes

Pre and Post Journey Procedures 1 day 8 20 Yes

Reaction to Reversing and Low Impact Incidents 1/2 day 4 6 Yes

Reaction to Reversing and Low Impact Incidents 1 day 4 6 Yes

Reaction to Speeding Off ences and Vehicle Accidents 1 day 4 6 Yes

Risk Assessments 1 day 6 12 Yes

Route Planning for the Delivery and Collection of Loads 1 day 7 20 Yes

Safe Use of Quick Hitches 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Safety and Security of Loads, Self and Property 1 day 7 20 Yes

Safety Harness Awareness 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Security Guarding 3 days 10 15 Yes

Signing, Lighting and Guarding 1/2 day 4 6 Yes

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) 5 days 6 20 Yes

Site Supervisors’ Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) 2 days 6 20 Yes

SMSTS Refresher 2 days 6 20 Yes

Sports First Aid 1/2 day 6 16 Yes

Steps and Ladders 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Tachographs and Working Time Regulations 1 day 8 20 Yes

Traffi c Marshalling/Banksman 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Transportation of Goods and Materials 1 day 7 20 Yes

Tunnelling Skills Safety Passport 1 day 6 12 Yes Yes

Working at Height 1/2 day 6 12 Yes

Young Persons First Aid 3 hours 6 16 Yes

All NPORS Approved DurationNo Minimum participants are required on

these courses.Max**

Agricultural Tractor 4 3 Yes

Concrete Pump - Trailer Mounted 4 3 Yes

Concrete Pump - Truck Mounted Boom 5 3 Yes

Crane/Lifting Operations Yes

* Minimum course participants ** Maximum course participants For full course information and pricing please contact [email protected]

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Courses Duration Min* Max** Construction Logistics Health Security All

Crawler - Tractor/Dozer 10 3 Yes

Crawler - Tractor/Side Boom 5 3 Yes

Crawler Crane 10 3 Yes

Crusher 4 3 Yes

Dragline 10 3 Yes

Dump Truck - Articulated Chassis 5 3 Yes

Dump Truck - Rigid Chassis 5 3 Yes

Excavator 180deg above 5 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Excavator 180deg below 5 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Excavator 360deg above 10 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Excavator 360deg below 10 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Forklift Side-Loader 10 3 Yes

Forward Tipping Dumper 5 3 Yes

Grader 3 3 Yes

Hoist 10 3 Yes

Industrial Forklift Truck 3 3 Yes

Lifting Operations 5 3 Yes

Loader/Securer - non STGO Yes

Loader Compressor 10 3 Yes

Loader/Securer STGO 5 3 Yes

Lorry Loader 10 3 Yes

MEWP - Boom 5 3 Yes

MEWP - Mast Climber 2 3 Yes

MEWP - Scissor 2 3 Yes

Mobile Crane 2 3 Yes

Motorised Scraper 10 3 Yes

Pedestrian Operator Tower Crane 10 3 Yes

Piling Rig - Bored above 15 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Piling Rig - Bored below 15 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Piling Rig - Driven above 15 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Piling Rig - Driven below 15 tonnes 10 3 Yes

Piling Rig - Tripod 10 3 Yes

Reach Truck 4 3 Yes

Ride-on Roller 5 3 Yes

Rough Terrain Masted Forklift 4 3 Yes

Screener 5 3 Yes

Skid Steer Loader 4 3 Yes

Skip Handler 5 3 Yes

Slinger/Signaller 28 3 Yes

Soil/Landfi ll Compactor 3 3 Yes

Telescopic Handler 5 3 Yes

Tower Crane 5 3 Yes

Tracked Loading Shovel 10 3 Yes

Trencher 70 3 Yes

Wheeled Loading Shovel 28 3 Yes

* Minimum course participants ** Maximum course participants For full course information and pricing please contact [email protected]

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Why your team needs Vocational Qualifi cations?Employers and the Government require a safety-focused and qualifi ed workforce. Businesses that develop their workforce by embracing Vocational Qualifi cations put themselves ahead of the curve – improving their effi ciency, as well as being in the best position to win new contracts.

Vocational Qualifi cations provide the ideal way to transform your workforce and business opportunities. They are the national standard, recognised throughout industry and essential for compliance.

Benefi ts:• If your company is not compliant, competitors may have an advantage

• Qualifi ed staff are better motivated and more productive

• Government funding means that in most cases there’s little to no cost

We off er Vocational Qualifi cations and QCFs in:

Construction, Logistics, Business Administration, Customer Service, and Health and Social Care. Some employers may benefi t from subsidies from the Skills Funding Agency.

Vocational Qualifi cations

For more information please contact:w: www.pearsoninpractice.come: [email protected]: 0115 973 9200

Please see overleaf for the full list.

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Module Title Level Construction Logistics Health Security All

Certifi cate in Spectator Safety (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Spectator Safety (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Providing Security Services (QCF) Level 2 - Door Supervision 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Providing Security Services (QCF) Level 2 - Static and Patrol Guarding 2 Yes

Diploma in Business Improvement Techniques (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Business Improvement Techniques (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

BTEC Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Driving Goods Vehicles (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Driving Goods Vehicles (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Diploma in Passenger Carrying Vehicle Driving (Bus and Coach) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Road Passenger Vehicle Driving Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Warehousing and Storage (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Community Transport) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Taxi and Private Hire) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Customer Service (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Customer Service (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Business and Administration (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Business and Administration (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Team Leading (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Management (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (QCF) Level 3 - Buying 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (QCF) Level 3 - Estimating 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (QCF) Level 3 - General 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (QCF) Level 3 - Planning 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations (QCF) Level 3 - Surveying 3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - Drainage Construction 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 – Excavation and Reinstatement 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - General Building Operations 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - General Construction 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - Laying Kerbs and Channels 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - Modular Paving Construction 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Operations (QCF) Level 2 - Structural Concreting 2 Yes

Diploma in Construction Site Management (QCF) Level 6 - Residential Development 6 Yes

Diploma in Construction Site Management (QCF) Level 6 - Building & Civil Engineering 6 Yes

Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Construction) (QCF) Level 3 - Residential Development

3 Yes

Diploma in Construction Site Supervision (Construction) (QCF) Level 3 - Building & Civil Engineering

3 Yes

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Module Title Level Construction Logistics Health Security All

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Cranes & Specialist

Lifting Plant - Crawler Tractor Side Booms 2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant - Draglines 2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant – 180 degree Excavators

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant - Tracked Loading Shovels

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant – 360 degree Excavators

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Excavating Plant – 180 degree Excavators

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Excavating Plant - Crawler/Tractor Dozers

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Excavating Plant – 360 degree Excavators

2 Yes

Diploma in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Constructing and Forming Plant - Graders

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Cranes & Specialist Lifting Plant - Lorry Loaders

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Cranes & Specialist Lifting Plant - Skip Handlers

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Forklift Trucks - Rough Terrain Masted Forklifts

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Forklift Trucks - Industrial Counterbalanced Forklifts

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Forklift Trucks - Telescopic Handlers

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Forklift Trucks - Reach Trucks

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant - Wheeled Loading Shovels

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Extracting Plant - Skid Steer Loaders

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Transporting Loads Plant - Forward Tipping Dumpers

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Transporting Loads Plant - Agricultural-based Tractors

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Accessing Plant - Scissor-type Mobile Elevated Work Platforms

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Compacting Plant - Ride-on Rollers

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Compacting Plant - Soil Compacters

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Compacting Plant - Landfi ll Compacters

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Processing Plant - Crushers

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Plant Operations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Processing Plant - Screeners

2 Yes

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Module Title Level Construction Logistics Health Security All

Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Slinger/Signaller (Construction) (QCF) Level 2

2 Yes

Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Supervising Lifts (Construction) (QCF) Level 3

3 Yes

Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations - Planning Lifts (Construction) (QCF) Level 6 6 Yes

Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Industrial Painter

2 Yes

Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Painter

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Flooring 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Erection of Precast Concrete (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Structural 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Fitted Interiors (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Formwork (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Formwork Occupations (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Concrete Operations

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Drainage Construction

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Excavation Operations

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Flexible Pavement Construction

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Laying Kerbs and Channels

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Modular Pavement Constructions

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Highways Maintenance (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Shallow Drainage Installation

2 Yes

Certifi cate in Interior Systems (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Ceiling Fixing 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Interior Systems (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Dry Lining Finishing 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Interior Systems (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Dry Lining Fixing 2 Yes

Diploma in Plastering (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Solid Basic 2 Yes

Diploma in Plastering (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 - Solid Full 2 Yes

Diploma in Wood Occupations (QCF) Level 2 - Bench Joinery 2 Yes

Diploma in Wood Occupations (QCF) Level 2 - Shopfi tting Site Work 2 Yes

Diploma in Wood Occupations (QCF) Level 2 - Site Carpentry 2 Yes

Diploma in Wood Occupations (QCF) Level 3 - Site Carpentry 3 Yes

Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision (Construction) (QCF) Level 3 3 Yes

Diploma in Steelfi xing Occupations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Certifi cate in Associated Industrial Services Occupations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

Diploma in Cladding Occupations (Construction) (QCF) Level 2 2 Yes

BTEC Award in Construction (QCF) 1 Yes

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IT TrainingPearson in Practice is pleased to announce the launch of a commercial Technical IT Training off ering. As authorised commercial learning partners for Microsoft and CompTIA we will be off ering their technical course curricula in 30 locations across the country.

Pearson in Practice is dedicated to delivering high quality training to ensure that today’s organisations have the most skilled and effi cient workforce. With over 10 years experience in vocational IT training it is a natural step for us to use our skills and experience to deliver training to corporate clients.

Our new off ering of fi rst class IT training programmes are built by the leading technology vendors and are delivered nationwide by a highly qualifi ed team of IT trainers. Having trained and prepared apprentices to pass vendor certifi cations, such as CompTIA A+ and Microsoft MCTS Windows 7, we consider ourselves specialists in certifi cation preparation. Consequently we have put together certifi cation bundles which are competitively priced and aimed at getting people trained in the real world.

We appreciate that one size does not fi t all and will work with organisations to deliver fl exible, eff ective training that meets specifi c requirements. The courses are off ered in 30 locations throughout the country, making the training sessions easily accessbile. In addition, we are able to off er private or customised courses to our customers at their own locations if they have suitable resources in house.

Commercial IT Training

Details of our IT training courses can be found overleaf.

To fi nd out more contact:t: (UK) 0845 1800 120t: (UAE) (04) 4472215e: [email protected]: http://www.pearsoninpractice/ittraining

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Commercial IT Training

Course Code Course title Days

Microsoft

Windows 7

6292 Installing and Confi guring Windows 7 Client 4

6293 Troubleshooting and Supporting Windows 7 in the Enterprise 3

6294 Planning and Managing Windows 7 Desktop Deployments and Environments 5

Windows Server 2008

6416 Updating Your Windows Server 2003 Technology Skills to Windows Server 2008 5

6418 Deploying Windows Server 2008 3

6421 Confi guring and Troubleshooting a Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure 5

6425 Confi guring and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services 5

6426 Confi guring and Troubleshooting Identity and Access Solutions with Windows Server 2008 Active Directory 3

6427 Confi guring and Troubleshooting Internet Information Services in Windows Server 2008 3

6428 Confi guring and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services 2

6433 Planning and Implementing Windows Server 2008 5

6435 Designing Windows Server 2008 Network and Applications Infrastructure 5

6436 Designing Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Infrastructure and Services 5

6439 Confi guring and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure 5

SQL Server 2008

6231 Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Database 5

6232 Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Database 5

50400 Designing, Optimising and Maintaining a Database Administrative Solution for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 5

50401 Designing and Optimising Database Solutions with Microsoft SQL Server 2008 5

Exchange Server 2010

10135 Confi guring, Managing and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 5

10233 Designing and Deploying Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 5

Private Cloud

10215 Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization 5

10750 Monitoring and Operating a Private Cloud with System Center 2012 5

10751 Private Cloud Confi guration and Deployment with System Centre 2012 5

CompTIA

A+

A+ Certifi cation Essentials Support Skills 5

A+ Certifi cation Practical Application Support Skills 5

Network +

Network+ Certifi cation Support Skills 5

Security +

Security+ Certifi cation Support Skills 5

Server+

Server+ Certifi cation Support Skills 5

For information on the latest Certifi cation Packages please visit: www.pearsoninpractice.com/certifi cation-packages Check www.pearsoninpractice.com/ittraining for the most up to date course information.

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New Apprenticeships - coming soon

• HP Apprenticeship

• Printing Apprenticeship (IT)

• Cisco Apprenticeship

• Human Resource Management Apprenticeship - higher - level 5

• Project Management Apprenticeship - higher - level 4

• Legal Services Apprenticeship - levels 2, 3 and then our development of the level 4

• Marketing Apprenticeship - levels 2 & 3

• Advertising Apprenticeship – higher - level 4

• ICT Apprenticeship - higher - level 4

• CDM Apprenticeship - higher - level 4

We are always expanding our Apprenticeship off ering, full details can be found on our website.

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