Who Are Apprenticeships For?
“Apprenticeships are just for school leavers taking up a manual trade, right?”
Wrong. Apprenticeships are not just for young people or people in the manual sector. They’re designed to build knowledge, sharpen skills, and instil the right behaviours for anyone, at any level, in any industry. Apprenticeship programmes are perfect for anyone looking to boost their development and progression opportunities.
Apprenticeships act as a way for organisations to upskill and empower their all important employees to deliver greater performance.
Take the plunge! It doesn’t matter if you’ve been out of education for 1 year or 10 years. You can progress while learning on the job alongside your normal role. You will have the support and the opportunities to take full advantage of the course. It has only been a positive experience for me, I progressed and developed my skills so much in just a year and even got to interview for my desired progression role before I had even finished the course.
Our Apprenticeship Programmes
Apprenticeship Level 2
Apprenticeship Level 3
Apprenticeship Level 4
Apprenticeship Level 5 & 6
How We Deliver Our Apprenticeship Programmes
Open Cohort Approach
Our Open Cohort approach has been developed as an ideal solution for companies looking to release smaller numbers of employees (up to 4 per company) for apprenticeship training. See Key Features of a Open Cohort;
- Lower impact on organisations as fewer employees released
- Opportunity to share best practice and engage in peer learning
- Opportunity to develop networks
- Virtual delivery making it accessible for everyone
- All dates shared in advance, to support with planning ahead
Tailored Approach
Our Tailored approach is perfect for organisations with greater number of employees being released at once for a particular apprenticeship, and as such we offer tailored delivery. See Key Features of our tailored approach;
- Bespoke to organisations desired outcomes and behaviours
- Relevant to organisation, including terminology, values and examples
- Flexible delivery approach – face to face, virtual or blended
- Brings people together to break down silos
- Work with organisation to create a schedule of delivery that works around busy periods to lower impact of release
How CQM Partners With You
Onboarding
Taking care of initial set up, with our robust and seamless onboarding process including support with Levy funding
Planning Delivery
Planning exciting workshops or master classes and coaching delivery, with thought provoking exercises and real life examples
Key Dates
Providing dates of all workshops and coaching well in advance, so you can plan ahead to ensure sufficient release
Working with You
Understanding requirements, as well as supporting with how you allocate a mentor to help the learner succeed
Expert Delivery
Our vastly experienced Development Coaches bring the Apprenticeship programme to life
Support Projects
Supporting with any project work, which will showcase a real, measurable positive impact
Off the Job
Help with understanding and means of recording Off the Job Training which is crucial to completing the programme.
System Access
Providing systems to track Off the Job Training, Project Work and preparation for End Point Assessment
Exclusive Tools
Giving access to exclusive templates, tools and other pro-formas to use during the programme and to keep after completion
Governance
Planning of regular governance meetings, to provide full visibility and to ensure everything is on track
Our Open Cohort Apprenticeship Schedule
Download our latest open cohort apprenticeship schedule by completing the form below. The schedule contains key dates for all of our upcoming starts, from the beginning of the programme through to completion, links to programme brochures, and general useful information as regards this approach and delivery.
Why Choose CQM for Your Apprenticeship Provider?
We deliver levy-funded apprenticeship programmes that combine practical experience with expert-led training, helping individuals and organisations thrive.
- Expertise Across Industries – From Level 2 to Level 6, our programmes cover a wide range of sectors, ensuring training is relevant and aligned with your goals.
- Flexible Delivery – Learn at your pace with face-to-face, virtual, or blended options designed to fit around your work.
- Tailored Support – We provide guidance and personalised learning plans to ensure every apprenticeship is valuable to every learner.
- Proven Impact – Our apprenticeships build skills, recognised qualifications, and progression opportunities while helping organisations grow a capable workforce.
- Levy Funded Programmes – High-quality training is accessible to organisations of all sizes, often fully funded by the apprenticeship levy.
Find The Right Apprenticeship Programme Today
Whether you’re looking to upskill your team or progress in your own career, CQM’s levy-funded apprenticeship programmes provide valuable training with lasting results. Contact us today to speak to our friendly team and find the right apprenticeship for you.
Apprenticeship Programme FAQs
Who can apply for an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 or over, whether you’re just starting your career, looking to upskill in your current role, or changing direction entirely. They’re suitable for all levels, from entry-level through to degree-equivalent qualifications.
How are government-funded apprenticeships paid for?
In England, apprenticeship training is funded through the Apprenticeship Levy and government co-investment.
- Large employers (with a payroll over £3 million) pay into the Apprenticeship Levy, a form of tax, and can use these funds to pay for apprenticeship training.
- Levy-paying employers can also transfer up to 25% of their unused levy funds each year to smaller organisations in their supply chain, sector, or community. This helps them make full use of their levy contributions, support skills development in their industry, and strengthen relationships with smaller partners.
- Small and medium-sized employers (SMEs) who do not pay the Levy can still access government funding. In most cases, the government pays 95% of the training costs, with the employer contributing the remaining 5%.
- In some circumstances, such as for apprentices aged 16–18 at small employers, the government will cover 100% of the training costs.
Each apprenticeship has a maximum funding band, set by the Department for Education, which determines the amount available for covering the training and end point assessment.
How long does an apprenticeship take to complete?
Depending on the level and programme, apprenticeships usually take between 12 and 36 months to complete. Training is designed to fit around your role, pairing workplace learning with expert guidance.
Can apprenticeships be delivered remotely?
Yes. Many of our programmes can be delivered virtually, making them accessible nationwide such as our open cohorts or bringing delegates together from different sites as part of the same organisation as a closed cohort.
We can also support delegates who do not qualify for the apprenticeship levy funding on a commercial basis, including those that do not spend at least 50% of their working time in England.
We also offer blended or face-to-face delivery depending on the needs of your business.
How are apprenticeships assessed?
Apprenticeships in England are assessed through an End-Point Assessment (EPA), carried out by an independent end-point assessment organisation (EPAO). This takes place once the apprentice has completed their training and their employer and training provider agree they are ready.
The EPA is designed to test both practical skills and knowledge, and may include methods such as:
- A practical observation or skills test
- A professional discussion or interview
- A portfolio of evidence
- A written or online test such as multiple choice
- A work based project or presentation
The exact assessment methods vary depending on the apprenticeship standard. The apprentice must pass the EPA to successfully complete their apprenticeship and receive their nationally recognised qualification with a distinction, merit or pass.
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