Katie Gray News, NVQ Qualifications 0
A common misconception with trainee Assessors is the belief that as an Assessor, you can certificate your learners. Whilst it would be super simple if this was the case, unfortunately, it isn’t. It’s actually a lengthier process than most people think… How Do Learners Get Certificated? So let’s put you in the shoes of an […]
Steve Kirk E-Learning, News, NVQ Qualifications
Online learning (sometimes referred to by its old name of E-Learning) has come a long way in recent years. Whether it is simply a short course or part of a blended course that uses a mixture of online and face to face, it has so many advantages. Online learning – what are the advantages for […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, Apprenticeships, News, NVQ Qualifications 0
There are a large number of qualifications available in England, Wales and Northern Ireland at 8 different levels of education (plus entry-level). These qualifications and levels are set out by the RQF; Regulated Qualifications Framework. But what exactly does each level mean, and how does one differ from another? Entry Level Entry-level qualifications are the […]
Katie Gray Adult Education, Apprenticeships, News, NVQ Qualifications, Tutor Training 2
At Brooks and Kirk, you may be surprised to learn that the Assessor course is not the only course that we offer. We also offer a Tutor Training course, better known as ‘Education and Training’ or ‘AET’. Actually, it does go hand in hand perfectly with the Assessor course… Level 3 Award in Education and […]
Steve Kirk NVQ Qualifications Brooks and Kirk, NVQs, Vocational Education, Vocational qualifications, Vocational training
Research released at the end of May this year showed that 72% of employers see vocational qualifications as essential for improving the skills of young people and preparing them for work. Which is all well and good, but unfortunately, only 27% of parents judged vocational education to be worthwhile. Even more worryingly, 22% of students were […]
Steve Kirk Apprenticeships, NVQ Qualifications AGE 16-24, Apprenticeship funding, Apprenticeship Grant for Employers of 16 to 24 year olds (AGE 16 to 24), apprenticeships, Brooks and Kirk, Fully Funded Apprenticeships, Funding, NVQ funding, Training
Brooks and Kirk can currently offer fully funded apprenticeships for those aged 16-18 and co-funded apprenticeships to anyone between the ages of 19 to 23. So, if you’re considering recruiting, why not take on an Apprentice? Time and time again, it is being proven that apprenticeships are extremely beneficial for both the employee and employer. […]
Steve Kirk Apprenticeships, NVQ Qualifications Advanced Apprenticeship in Customer Service, Advanced Apprenticeships, Apprenticeship in Customer Service, Intermediate Apprenticeship in Customer Service, Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Customer Service (QCF), Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service (QCF), NVQ Trainers, NVQ Training
With the run up to Christmas with us it’s time to get out there and do some shopping. But how many times will we witness customer service excellence? The sad answer is, in this country not very many. Staff chatting to each other about their nights out while serving you, forgetting that a smile and […]