Sport Apprenticeships are suitable for anyone either wishing to start a career in the leisure industry, or for those already employed looking to build upon existing skills and to get additional professional qualifications paid for so that they can progress in their workplace. We also have those who complete the apprenticeship in their gap year and other apprentices who have chosen to be an apprentice instead of studying A2s - preferring a work based approach to learning.
This route would be suitable for those who coach sports or who are involved in ongoing activity for a youth group, school or disabled group.
Seven Steps to Success!
The Apprenticeship Journey
Step 1:
Get workplace ready!
EARN WHILE YOU LEARN!
If you have not got a job in the activity sector already, our team will help you produce a CV and covering letter and send it to our local contacts. You will also need to search locally for job vacancies.
If you are already working in the activity sector then you must speak to your line manager to ensure they are willing to give you the time and support to complete the course.
You must be working at least 16 hours in your sector and will be paid a minimum of £2.50 perhour at Level 2 whilst you are training.
Your assessor will visit you every couple ofweeks in the workplace and be able to help and guide you with any queries.
Step 2:
You will be enrolled on to a nationally recognised course FOR FREE!:
A UKCC Coaching Award
Step 3:
In college hours, Tuesday 2 - 5pm, you will complete research projects and tasks which get you more qualifications including "Active IQ Understanding the Leisure Industry" and "HSE First Aid at Work".
Step 4:
You will be assessed in your place of work to gain an NVQ.
Level 2 Activity Leadership
An assessor will visit you in your place of work every fortnight and observe you completing various tasks. When you have met all the performance criteria you will pass your NVQ.
Step 5:
Having completed steps 1-4 you will get an additional training course FOR FREE:
HSE Emergency First Aid in the Workplace
Step 6:
Qualify as either a Level 2 Apprentice!!
With this qualification and your experience in the workplace you are now in a good position to progress your career in the activity sector.
For more information about the apprenticeship programme please contact apprenticeships@collyers.ac.uk or 01403 216566.