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Publication date: 28 September 2012

Christine Sakhardande

In 2011, Cogent SSC Ltd was awarded funding to develop a Higher Apprenticeship in Life Sciences. The purpose of this paper is to outline the Developing Science Professional…

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Purpose

In 2011, Cogent SSC Ltd was awarded funding to develop a Higher Apprenticeship in Life Sciences. The purpose of this paper is to outline the Developing Science Professional programme, how it was developed and what will be delivered.

Design/methodology/approach

Information presented in the paper is drawn from the organisation's own work in developing a Higher Apprenticeship. It builds on information incorporated in the original bid and how the project is being developed.

Findings

Research undertaken by Cogent highlighted that many employers are looking for work‐ready, fit for purpose employees to take up key scientific roles across their workforce. This suggests there is an appetite for a programme such as Developing Science Professionals which aims to train science technicians to a higher level. The development of the Higher Apprenticeship and potential impact are showcased in this case study.

Originality

The paper is based on the author's own experience and presents a case study of an apprenticeship programme specific to the author's organisation.

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Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning, vol. 2 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 2042-3896

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Publication date: 1 April 2014

Martyn Sloman

The purpose of this paper is to review apprenticeship policy in the UK and to present examples of good practice.

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Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to review apprenticeship policy in the UK and to present examples of good practice.

Design/methodology/approach

The approach takes the form of a review of three cases.

Findings

Apprenticeships are not an easy option. An apprenticeship scheme, and indeed any training initiative, will not command support within an organisation unless it can be seen to assist the business in economic terms. Context is critical.

Practical implications

The paper argues for a more realistic assessment of the role of apprenticeship at the level of government policy and in the organisation.

Originality/value

The paper offers a different and more measured perspective on apprenticeships, which contrast with current uncritical hype and over-selling.

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Industrial and Commercial Training, vol. 46 no. 3
Type: Research Article
ISSN: 0019-7858

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