What is Train to Gain?

The government have identified a need to implement a National program for upskilling individuals to achieve a minimum basic education of NVQ level 2.

Train to Gain is the model chosen to identify the skills needs and deliver an appropriate training plan.

For full details log on to www.traintogain.gov.uk

What is an NVQ?

NVQ stands for National Vocational Qualification. It is a course that shows the skills and ability of an individual and the level of competence in the job they operate it.

There are hundreds of qualifications ranging from Care through to Logistics. The qualification is delivered by an accredited and funded company, who have trained assessors and verifiers to ensure the qualification criteria, is met.

NVQs come in a number of levels, and range from Level 1 to Level 5, not all NVQs are funded and some may require full or part funding from the learner or their company.

An NVQ will vary in the delivery time and may take longer should an individual need assistance or additional training in certain areas.

All NVQs are based on the individual doing there job in a real world environment. Assessments are carried out whilst the candidate is operating in there daily duty, so absolutely minimising any disruption to production.

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