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| Apprenticeship | Improvement Practitioner |
|---|---|
| Training Provider | Capella |
Improvement Practitioner (Level 4)
CompareDuration
18 months
18 months
Most Suitable For
Those in roles who require them to identify a process or product which they can improve and lead the delivery of change across organisational functions and processes
Those in roles who require them to identify a process or product which they can improve and lead the delivery of change across organisational functions and processes
Award
Level 4 Improvement Practitioner Higher Apprenticeships Award Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Level 4 Improvement Practitioner Higher Apprenticeships Award Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Programme Cost
£6,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% contribution required to be paid (£300) or potential for 100% levy transfer (£0).
£6,000. For non-levy paying employers only 5% contribution required to be paid (£300) or potential for 100% levy transfer (£0).
Additional Funding
For all Employers:
• If apprentice is under the age of 25, Employer may not have to pay Class 1 Employer National Insurance. Full details and criteria are found here
• The following are only available for apprenticeships starting between 1 August 2023 – 31 July 2024 (full details and criteria are found within the ESFA Funding Rules)
• £1,000 if apprentice is aged 16 to 18 years’ old, OR aged 19 to 24 years’ old and has an education health and care (EHC) plan/been in the care of their local authority
• Gov will fund 100% of the tuition fee if employer supports a young apprentice AND has fewer than 50 employees.
Start Date
Anytime
Anytime
Teaching Delivery
Online
Online
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching; online coaching sessions , workshops (once a month) and online resources.
2) Independent study; such as assignment/project research and write up
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
This programme has fixed module delivery (you are unable to choose the modules studied). A list of modules is available on the course webpage or course materials.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Apprentices will be assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations, work-based learning modules and End Point Assessment.
Apprentices will be assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations, work-based learning modules and End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed minimum 30 hours per week in a suitable role for the duration of the apprenticeship (apprenticeship duration may be extended to support staff who work less than this will be looked at on individual basis)
• Preferably, evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4 or above /Functional Skills Level 2 / Equivalent.
•Apprentices without level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship
•Mentor for the apprentice.
Listed as an Approved Provider on HEE and NHS Procurement
Approved provider on NHS Leadership Academy
Approved provider on NHS Leadership Academy
Application Timescale
It takes on average 1 month to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Non-clinical Training and Resources: this webpage lists training and resources for non-clinical roles, which may compliment the apprenticeship (always check suitability with your apprenticeship training provider) https://www.lscthub.co.uk/non-clinical/
• The Digital webpage https://www.lscthub.co.uk/digital/
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Information Last Updated
02.10.23
02.10.23
Programme Resources
Capella – Improvement Practitioner
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023
