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Welcome to the Gen2 Apprenticeship Information Guide for 2018. By now you will probably be thinking about your future and what to do after you leave school or college. This can be a daunting experience, so we are here to offer you the best possible start and make the first step towards a highly rewarding career!

Whether you are choosing our engineering, science or business apprenticeships you will be taught by industry leading specialists, all whilst becoming qualified and receiving a wage.

You will be getting your first step onto a career ladder and gaining skills that are essential for industry and business which are recognised by employers nationally.

An Introduction to Gen2We currently train over 1,350 apprentices and our programmes continue to be sought after as employers and young people realise the benefits of an apprenticeship.

After your apprenticeship, you potentially will have the opportunity to progress from an apprenticeship to a Higher Apprenticeship. From there, you can continue with further learning, to gain employer-funded qualifications all the way to degrees and beyond.

We have been delivering exceptional apprenticeship training for over 18 years and continue to be the leading trainer of engineering, manufacturing and business apprenticeships in Cumbria. We have also been awarded a Grade1 ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent Ofsted inspection.

Your employment prospects with a Gen2 apprenticeship couldn’t be better. An impressive 92.5% of apprentices that have been trained by us, progress immediately into full-time employment.

For a full list of courses see our index page!

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Index

Introduction

How to Apply

Why Gen2?

Apprenticeships for Engineering

Welding, Fabrication & PlatingElectricalElectrical Design

MechanicalMechanical DesignControl Systems

ProcessPipefittingMachinist

Civil EngineeringScientificHealth Physics Monitor

Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician Nuclear Operator

Apprenticeships for Business

ICTBusiness AdministrationCustomer ServiceProject Controls

Project Management

Degree Apprenticeships

Apprentice Open Events

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How to Apply

All applications for apprenticeships with Gen2 should be made via our online recruitment portal, which can be accessed from our websitewww.gen2.ac.uk.

Be sure to sign up using an email address that you have easy access to. You will need to check your e-mail regularly for updates on the progress of your application! If you have applied before, please use the same email address to log back in to your application, and update it for this year. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folder and mark any emails from [email protected] as ‘safe’ going forward.

Please note: If you have learning difficulties, such as dyslexia or any disability where you are given extra time for exams, please disclose this during your application so that we can make adjustments for your needs. It will be necessary for you to provide proof of your requirement for additional time by bringing evidence to your aptitude test session. Gen2 encourages applicants to disclose any disability in order for learning to be tailored and also assist with any special requirements.

Recruitment Schedule

November 2017Open days will be running from November across the centres. Check website for details.

January 2018Apply via the Gen2 website from 3rd January 2018. You will then be redirected to our recruitment portal. Open days at all our centres are available. Check website for details - www.gen2.ac.uk.You will be invited via email to book your aptitude testing slot. Aptitude testing will start.

March - April 2018Applications for Sellafield will close mid March. Applications for remaining schemes across the County will close at the end of March. Aptitude testing will continue and pre-assessment days will commence.

May - June 2018Your CV will be sent to local employers looking to recruit apprentices. Employers will contact you directly to arrange interviews or Gen2 may contact you on their behalf.

July - August 2018Gen2 will start to send out offer letters to all successful applicants. Those who do not receive an offer will be placed on the reserve list or could then apply for our study programmes. Gen2 will keep you informed about your application along the way, but please let us know if you have any change in circumstances.

September 2018Learner induction and commence Apprenticeship. Don’t worry if you’ve missed out this time, we have a range of roll-on roll-off schemes, such as business courses, that we recruit for during the rest of the year too!

Job Prospects

University GraduatesMoving directly into employment

87.5%Average Starting Salary

£14,734

Gen2 ApprenticesMoving directly into employment

92.5%Average Starting Salary

£18,463

No Horrendous Debts: Unlike the huge debts University students run up, when you start a Gen2 apprenticeship you actually get paid a wage.

Maximum Choice: We have a great choice of courses in subjects that employers are really looking for - not simply in the technical nuclear and engineering subjects for which Gen2 is recognised, but also in things like business studies and administration.

Why Gen2?

There’s time to make up Your Mind:You don’t have to start your training in September, in fact you can join some of our courses year-round. So if you’ve found it hard to get a job or aren’t enjoying Sixth Form, there IS another way forward with great career prospects.

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Local Learning: With six sites; stretching from Ulverston to Carlisle, Workington to Warwick Bridge; there’s top quality training in some of the Country’s best facilities right on your doorstep - giving you the opportunity to stay at home whilst taking your first steps towards a great career.

There’s a Course for You: No matter what qualifications you left school with, there’s a Gen2 entry point to suit you; you can undertake a study programme, apprenticeships, or even a degree or another higher level course.

‘Real World’ Experience: Gen2 courses require a solid, trustworthy employer which Gen2 can help arrange for you. These are businesses who are actually looking to fill a skills gap - meaning that, unlike Uni, there is an extremely high post-training employment rate for Gen2 students.

Maximum Employability: The majority of Gen2 apprentices move directly into full-time employment immediately after they’ve completed their course - usually with their Cumbrian sponsor companies.

Top Rated for Training: Ofsted has accredited Gen2 as ‘Outstanding, Grade 1’ - the best training there is.

Gen2 The Facts

Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Grade 1

Number of apprentices in learning

1,350Student Success RatesAbove the National Average

20%Providing Cumbrian employers with 3,000 qualified staff since 2000FACT!

Top Rated for Safety: We have exceptional Health & Safety standards, in fact RoSPA awarded us their special Gold Medal after we achieved ‘gold’ safety accreditation six years in a row.

We Care About YOU: At Gen2 YOU have a voice - we really listen to your ideas and suggestions, helping make our training relevant to your needs, as well as those of the County’s top employers.

Top Rated for ResultsOur Higher Education candidates gain marks that are well above the national average in their Higher Apprenticeships, Degrees and Post-Graduate courses.

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Apprenticeships forEngineering

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Welding, Fabrication & PlatingIntermediate / Advanced ApprenticeshipFull Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Welder or Plater - Level 2 or Level 3

What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship and End Point Assessment learners will achieve:• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in

Engineering• EAL Level 3 NVQ extended diploma in

Engineering Manufacturing• Min Level 2 English and maths

What will I study as a Welding, Fabricating & Plating Apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety• Welding/fabricating theory• Basic metallurgy• Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding• Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding• Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding• Engineering drawings• Problem solving skills• Basic hand skills• Technical drawings inc. CAD• Manufacturing skills• Pattern development

The role of a Welding, Fabrication & Plating Apprentice: Fabrication is a discipline which covers a wide range of occupational areas including Welders, Platers, Sheet Metal Workers and Pipe Fitters.

Fabricators are essential in all fields of engineering and manufacturing, and need to be able to work in all environments.

Fabricators and Welders need to be able to interpret engineering drawings, mark out components, form components using a range of powerful equipment such as guillotines, presses, formers and folders to drawing specifications. The welder then prepares the materials and welds the components to specification.

In many firms a Fabricator will be expected to carry out both fabrication as well as welding work, but in some cases you will specialise in one of the two areas.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres with one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job at your place of work.Year 2 Onwards - Employer workplacement, with day release for TechnicalCertificate Study and Gen2 progressassessments every 6 weeks.

Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.

Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Duration: 12-18 months (Intermediate) 42 months (Advanced)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of Apr 17)

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In addition, candidates must pass a colour vision test.

What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship and End Point Assessment learners will achieve:

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Operations and Maintenance Engineering

• EAL Level 3 NVQ extended diploma in Engineering and Maintenance OR electrotechnical Level 3

• Level 2 in English and Maths (if not already achieved).

What will I study as an electrical apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety• Electrical installation• Engineering drawings• Maintenance• Soldering• Fault finding• Electronics• Instrumentation• Electrical safety • Safe use of tools

The role of an Electrical Apprentice:Electricians are highly skilled crafts people, who work with electrical equipment and supplies on a wide range of engineering machinery and equipment. They also control and maintain instrumentation equipment that is used to accurately measure and regulate process variables such as the flow rate of liquids or gasses, temperature or pressure. Their work ranges from installation of domestic electrical circuits for houses, to the installation and maintenance of sophisticated, highly complex machinery and equipment in major processing plants and factories. Electricians install, maintain and test electrical and instrumentation equipment, systems and appliances, and have to be able to diagnose and fault find problems with electrical equipment. For these reasons they need to be highly skilled with a logical and methodical approach to their work.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1- You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Year 2 - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Years 3 & 4 (for Advanced Apprentices) - Assessed on your qualification in your workplace.

ElectricalAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.


Duration: 42 monthsLocation: Based with employers in CumbriaWage As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of Apr 17)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician - Level 3 ORApprenticeship Standard: Electrotechnical - Level 3

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ElectricalAdvanced Apprenticeship

What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship and End Point Assessment learners will achieve:• Level 3 Diploma in Engineering

Construction - Design and Draughting • Level 3 BTEC in Operations and

Maintenance• Level 2 in English and Maths (if not already

achieved).

What will I study as an electrical design apprentice with Gen2?• Produce drawings and designs• Interpret engineering drawings and

specifications• How to work in a safe manner• Produce drawings and designs using

Computer Aided Design (CAD) • CAD and additional design &

prototyping programmes• Produce design plans and reports• Installation and commissioning of engineering

equipment • Problem Solving and fault-finding• Producing commissioning documents

In addition you could possibly go on to Higher Education.

The role of an Electrical Design Apprentice:Electrical design engineering is a highly skilled technical role that will require you to work with a design house designing a wide range of electrical and electronic installations.

Electrical Design Engineers need to be safety conscious and have good IT, mathematics and communication skills.

Electricians need to have perfect colour vision and therefore must undertake a colour vision test.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Year 2 - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Years 3 & 4 - Assessed on your qualification in your workplace.

Electrical DesignAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary and they may also look for an A Level qualification in a STEM subject. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Design & Draughtsperson - Level 3

In addition, candidates must pass a colour vision test.

Duration: 42 monthsLocation: Based with employers in CumbriaWage As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of Apr 17)

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Pre-requisites: Pre-requisites would typically be GCSE Grades A-C in maths, English and science or new grading equivalent. Some employers also look for AS/A Level qualification in a STEM subject. New apprentices also have to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Duration: 42 monthsLocation: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)



• EAL Level 3 NVQ extended diploma in Engineering and Maintenance

• Min Level 2 English and maths (if not already achieved)

What will I study as a Mechanical Apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety• Bench fitting• Mechanical maintenance• Fault finding • Safe use of tools• Milling• Turning • Basic pipe fitting• CAD• Fabrication

The role of a Mechanical Apprentice:Hand fitting, machining, maintenance of pumps, gearboxes and compressors are just a few of the things that you will work with as a mechanical apprentice. The apprenticeship involves the installation and maintenance of a wide range of engineering plant equipment, it may also involve the manufacture of new components using machinery. Mechanical Craftspeople are highly skilled and can work in a wide variety of industries and sectors with complex plant and equipment. They are involved in the manufacture of component parts for machines, the assembly and installation of machinery, as well as the maintenance of equipment. They must work with precision and accuracy, and have a logical approach to work. They also need to be able to read and interpret drawings /diagrams, diagnose and fault-find problems with equipment, and work co-operatively with other colleagues.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Year 2 - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Years 3 & 4 (for Advanced Apprentices) - Assessed on your NVQ in your workplace.

MechanicalAdvanced ApprenticeshipFull Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician - Level 3

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MechanicalAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: Pre-requisites would typically be GCSE Grades A-C in maths, English and science or new grading equivalent. Some employers also look for AS/A Level qualification in a STEM subject. New apprentices also have to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.


What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship and end point assessment learners will achieve:

• Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Construction - Design and Draughting

• Level 3 BTEC in Operations and Maintenance• Min Level 2 English and maths (if not already

achieved)

What will I study as a Mechanical DesignApprentice with Gen2?• Produce drawings and designs• Interpret engineering drawings and

specifications• How to work in a safe manner• Produce drawings and designs using

Computer Aided Design (CAD) • CAD and additional design &

prototyping programmes• Produce design plans and reports• Installation and commissioning of

engineering equipment • Problem Solving and fault-finding• Producing commissioning documents

In addition you could possibly go on to Higher Education.

The role of a Mechanical Design Apprentice:Mechanical design engineering is a highly skilled technical role that requires you to work with a design house, designing a wide range of mechanical installations.

Mechanical Design Engineers need to be very safety conscious and have good IT, mathematics and communication skills.

Students completing this apprenticeship may also progress into Higher Education, completing HNC or Foundation Degree qualifications.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1- You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Year 2 - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff every six weeks to assess your competence.Third & Fourth Years 3 & 4 - Assessed by Gen2 on your NVQ in your workplace every six weeks.

Mechanical DesignAdvanced ApprenticeshipFull Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Design & Draughtsperson - Level 3

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• EAL Level 3 NVQ extended diploma in Engineering and Maintenance

• Apprentices will be required to have or achieve level 2 English and maths prior to completion of their Apprenticeship.

What will I study as a Control Systems Apprentice with Gen2?• Computer programming• Maintenance of plant automation systems• Programming automated systems• Knowledge of process plant operations• Programmable logic controllers• Supervisory control and data acquisition

The role of a Control Systems Apprentice:All production and manufacturing plants require control systems, without them the plants simply wouldn’t function properly. Control System Technicians are responsible for ensuring that the plant operates satisfactorily and with peak efficiency. Control systems are particularly essential to industries such as Nuclear, Chemical, Petrochemical and Manufacturing. Control systems engineering has become a modern and complex discipline that requires the worker to have a wide experience of subjects such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), software engineering, plant instrumentation, electronics, communication networks and process control.The role of a Control Systems Technician is varied but may involve design, development, maintenance and servicing of plant control systems, within the nuclear and process plant industry. Students completing this apprenticeship may possibly progress onto a Foundation Degree qualification.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1- Apprentices are based with their employer from day one and would typically attend one of our Skills Centres one day per week for their Technical Certificate. The students are visited by Gen2 staff every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor progress.

Year 2 - Apprentices continue to attend Gen2 one day per week for their Technical Certificate. The students are visited by Gen2 staff every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor progress.

Year 3 and 4 - The students are visited by Gen2 staff every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor progress.

Control SystemsAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary. Some employers may also require an A-level in a STEM subject. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.


Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician - Level 3

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Control SystemsAdvanced Apprenticeship

ProcessIntermediate / Advanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: The entry requirement for this apprenticeship will be decided by each employer, but may typically be three GCSEs at Grade C or higher or new grading equivalent. New apprentices also have to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship learners will achieve:• PAAVQSET Level 2 or 3 NVQ Diploma in

Processing Industries Operations• C&G Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Process

Technology • Minimum Level 1 or 2 English and maths• Employee Rights and Responsibilities

(intermediate apprenticeship only)

What will I study as a Process Apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety / environmental issues• Process chemistry• Process science• Process in solids• Process in fluids• Process plant/plant services• Plant systems• ICT and communications• Instrumentation, measurement and control

The role of a Process Apprentice:As a Process Operator you will typically work in a manufacturing company that makes use of large and often complex pieces of machinery and equipment.

It will be your duty to keep it operating safely and efficiently, you will also need to take sam-ples of materials used for analysis.

Since many manufacturing plants run day and night, you may be required to work shifts.

You will also be required to maintain a safe work area to ensure the effective running of plant and equipment.

Where will my training be delivered?You will work with your employer from day one, undertaking your training in the workplace.

You will be granted day release in order to study for a Technical Certificate at one of our Skills Centres for at least one day per week.

You will be visited by Gen2 around every six weeks to assess your competence.

Duration: 12 months (intermediate) 24 months (advanced)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Framework: Process Operations - Level 2Apprenticeship Standard: Life Sciences (Process) - Level 3

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Pre-requisites: The entry requirement for this apprenticeship will be decided by each employer, but will typically be 3 GCSEs at Grade C or higher including English and Mathematics or new grading equivalent. Students will also have to pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.


What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship learners will achieve:• Level 3 Diploma in Engineering

Construction Plan and Systems - Pipefitting• BTEC Subsidary Diploma in Engineering• Functional skills maths and English (where

required)• Employee Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking SkillsNote: These qualifications are subject to change.

What will I study as a Pipefitting Apprentice with Gen2?• General health and safety in engineering

construction • Specific pipefitting safety and safe working

conditions• Technical drawings• Use of basic hand and power tools• Cutting and preparing pipe work systems• Cold bending ferrous and non ferrous pipe• Fabricating pipework and supports, • Assembling and installing pipework systems• Preparing and testing pipework systems

The role of a Pipefitting Apprentice:A pipefitter is similar to a plumber in that both work with, install and manipulate pipes. The pipes a pipefitter works with must carry liquids or gases at high pressure for industrial purpos-es, while a plumber deals with pipes that carry water at low pressure.

Pipefitters fabricate pipework and supports using detailed engineering drawings, cutting, shaping and bending pipe in preparation for welding. Pipefitters also fit sections of metal pipe together by cutting them precisely and may use techniques such as threading and bending.

Often working alongside welders they connect piping efficiently and safely, sometimes in difficult conditions.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - Apprentices are based in the West Cumbria Gen2 training centre completing their practical foundation training. Students will also study their technical certificate one day per week with Gen2.

Years 2 to 4 - Apprentices are placed with their employer and are visited every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor progress.

PipefittingAdvanced ApprenticeshipFull Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Framework: Pipefitting - Level 3

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PipefittingAdvanced Apprenticeship


• Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

• Level 2 Diploma in Machining (Foundation Knowledge)

• Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) - Machining

• Level 3 Diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge)

• Min Level 2 English and math (if not already held)

What will I study as a Machinist Apprentice with Gen2?• General health and safety in engineering

manufacturing• Specific machining safety and safe working

practices• Reading and interpreting technical drawings• Writing manufacturing plans• Setting up machine tools• Setting and adjusting machine tools• Machining components using conventional

and CNC machines• Machining components using a range of

techniques to drawing dimensions• Inspecting machined components

The role of a Machinist Apprentice:

Machinists in the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering sector are predominantly involved in highly skilled, complex and precision work. Work will involve machining components from specialist materials using conventional and/or CNC machine tools such as centre lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, horizontal and cylindrical grinding machines, electro discharge machines, single and multiaxis CNC machine tools centres.

You will be expected to be able set up, operate and adjust conventional machine tools. When using CNC equipment you will be expected to be able to produce, prove and/or edit programmes. During and on completion of the machining operations you will be expected to measure and check the components being produced and make adjustments to the equipment/programme to ensure components meet the required specification.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - Apprentices are based one of the Gen2 training centres completing their off-the-job training. Students will also study their technical certificate one day per week with Gen2.

Years 2 to 4 - Apprentices are placed with their employer and are visited every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor progress.

MachinistAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Pre-requisites would typically be GCSE Grades A-C in maths, English or new grading equivalent. New apprentices also have to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Machinist (Engineering Technician) - Level 3


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What qualifications will I obtain?• NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Construction

Operations and Civil Engineering Services OR

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations – General

• BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Construction Occupations (QCF) OR

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Built Environment

• Minimum Level 1 or 2 English and maths• Employee rights and responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

What will I study as a Civil Engineering Apprentice with Gen2?

Example Mandatory Units (for Level 3)• Operate health, safety and welfare systems

in construction• Prepare programmes and schedules of work

in construction• Operate project information systems in

construction• Develop and maintain working relationships

and personal development in construction• Monitor, maintain and improve supplies of

materials in construction• Recommend and monitor supplies of plant

and equipment in constructionExample Optional Units (for Level 3)• Prepare drawings and schedules in

construction• Typical Technical Certificate units include

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment Credit • Health, Safety and Welfare

in Construction and the Built Environment

• Sustainable Construction • Mathematics in Construction and the

Built Environment • Science and Materials in Construction

and the Built Environment • Construction Technology and Design in

Construction and Civil Engineering • Construction in Civil Engineering • Surveying in Construction and Civil

Engineering

The role of a Civil Engineering Apprentice:

Civil Engineers deal with the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment.

Their role is central to ensuring the safe, timely and well-resourced completion of projects in many areas, including:

• Highway construction• Waste management• Coastal development• Geotechnical engineering

Where will training be delivered?Apprentices are placed with the employer from the start and will be assessed in the workplace.

In addition, apprentices will attend Gen2 to complete the Level 3 technical certificate qualification. You will be visited by Gen2 around every six weeks to assess your competence.

Civil EngineeringIntermediate / Advanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics and English.Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Duration: 12 months (intermediate) 24 months (advanced)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Framework: Civil Engineering for Technicians - Level 2 or 3

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• BTEC Level 3 extended diploma in applied science OR HNC in Chemistry

• PAAVQSET Level 3 NVQ diploma in laboratory and associated activities.

• Minimum Level 2 English and maths (if not already achieved)

ScientificAdvanced Apprenticeship

What will I study as a Scientific apprentice with Gen2?• Calibrations• Sampling and titrations• Conduct investigations and tests• Assess data and write reports• Dealing with technical data• Develop presentation techniques

The role of Scientific Apprentice:Scientific Technicians perform a wide variety of roles in the nuclear, chemical and manufacturing industries, as well as in academic and research establishments throughout Cumbria.

Scientific Technicians are needed to test and calibrate equipment as well as undertake investigations and analyse samples. They are likely to work with hazardous substances, so it will be necessary for you to have a strong understanding of health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

During the apprenticeship:• You will be aware of health and safety

regulations• You will be improving your working

relations every day as you are likely to be working in teams

• You will manage information and use computers

• You are likely to work with hazardous substances

• You could help to manage the equipment kept in stores

• You will manage data and produce reports• You will create presentations on work you

have completed

Where will my training be delivered?You will attend one of our Skills Centres for your initial induction and then you will be placed with your employer.

Apprentices visit one of the Gen2 centres one day per week for technical certificate delivery.


Pre-requisites:Pre-requisites would typically be GCSE Grades A-C in maths, English and science or new grading equivalent. New apprentices also have to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.


Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Laboratory Technician - Level 3

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• Level 2 Diploma in Radiation Protection.• IOSH working safely• Nuclear Fundamentals Training• Min Level 2 English and maths (if not

already achieved)

The role of a Health Physics Monitor Apprentice:The principle function of a Health Physics Monitor is to provide a radiological safety and monitoring service to customers in order to meet business needs to defined standards.

The role is to monitor radiation dose rates, personnel, surface and airborne contamination, recording the levels detected and responding accordingly. Health Physics Monitors may also be part of the emergency response arrangements.

Duties and aspects of the role will also include: • Undertake clearance monitoring • Function test radiation protection

instrumentation• Record radiation protection monitoring and

survey results• Working at heights via the use of ladders and

scaffolding• Working in confined spaces • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)• Use of Respiratory Protective Equipment such

as respirators and breathing apparatus

• Obtaining information (readings), analysing the information and determining actions

• Understand the relevant health and safety legislation with reference to the tasks, the plant and the actions required to control hazards

• To understand and have relevant background knowledge in science, the principles involved in the operation, maintenance of the processes and equipment used

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - Apprentices are based in the workplace from day one and visit a Gen2 training centre in West Cumbria one day per week to complete their off-the-job training

Year 2 - Apprentices continue to be placed with their employer and are visited every six weeks to assess their competence and monitor pro-gress against their Level 2 Diploma.

Health Phys-ics Monitor

Pre-requisites: A minimum of three GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) including Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject.


Minimum age is 18 at the start of the programme, to comply with Classified Workers requirements

Health Physics MonitorIntermediate ApprenticeshipFull Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Health Physics Monitor - Level 2

Duration: 24 monthsLocation: West CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

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Health Phys-ics Monitor

The role of a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician Apprentice:The principle function of a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician will be to provide quality control and welding inspection services for the nuclear industry.

You will ensure that fabrications meet the exact quality requirements specified in regulations, specifications, standards and detailed engineering documents in an environment where quality standards are paramount and safety is the overriding priority.

Nuclear Welding Inspection TechnicianHigher Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: 5 GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent), including Mathematics and English Language at Grade B or above (or new grading equivalent).Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Where will my training be delivered?Year 1 - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate.Year 2 onwards - Employer work placement. You will be allowed day release to study for your knowledge-based modules.


• A minimum of one non-destrcutive testing method

• A HNC in engineering• A level 2 welding inspection qualification• Min Level 2 English and maths (if not

already achieved)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician - Level 4


What will I study as a Nuclear WeldingInspection Technician with Gen2?As a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician Apprentice, you will receive training in:

Material Science – Gain a knowledge of metal types, properties, and composition to support the selection process for nuclear applications.

Welding Technology – Understand the welding processes including accepted terminology, standards and abbreviations.

Welding Inspection – Learn about all of the quality control requirements during welding and gain the ability to undertake all three stages of weld inspection, This will also include the requirements for inspection reporting and verification of certification data in accordance with relevant standards

NDT Techniques – Acquire knowledge of Non Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques and understand why and when these techniques are deployed as well as the advantages and limitations of their use.

Safety – Gain an understanding of the importance of safe working practices at a nuclear facility as well as the relationship between nuclear safety and quality. You will learn the fundamental principles and implications of radiation types, sources, hazards and appropriate control measures.

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The role of a Nuclear Operator Apprentice:

The work carried out by a Nuclear Operator can vary greatly and this programme will prepare learners to engage in both nuclear decommissioning activities and process operations.

Nuclear decommissioning involves the safe shutting down and dismantling of nuclear power plants that have reached the end of their energy producing life, ensuring that there is no danger from radioactive materials and no chance of accident to people visiting the site.

Process operations entails the operation of large and often complex machinery and equipment, making sure they run safely and efficiently. These skills are transferable to other fields such as environmental restoration or general engineering activities that are carried out within many businesses in the chemical, polymer and petrochemical industries.

Year one will be spent giving you a wide range of engineering and nuclear related skills in preparation for assessment on your NVQ Level 2 in the workplace including basic hand skills, maintenance skills, process measurement and control.

Nuclear OperatorIntermediate Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: Minimum 3 GCSE’s (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English and a Science although employer requirements may vary.


Candidates must be aged 17 or over at the start of the programme

What will I study as a Nuclear Operator Apprentice with Gen2?

• Safe Use of Equipment and Tools• Safe Working Practices• Accurate Measurements and Readings• Basic Maintenance Skills• Oxy Fuel Cutting Methods• Plasma Cutting• Health and Safety• Glove Box Training

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Framework: Nuclear Operator - Level 2

Duration: 24 monthsLocation: West CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

Some examples of Sellafield Ltd training that apprentices will carry out in process or Decommissioning include:

• Health and Safety courses• Building Induction courses• Glove Box Operations Training• Monitored Workers / Classified Workers

courses• Respirator Fit Test• PVC & Airfed Suit Training• Crane Driving• Fork Lift Truck Driving• Basic Monitoring Techniques• Disciplined Operations• Use of Power Tools• Environmental & Waste Management Training

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Nuclear OperatorIntermediate Apprenticeship

Where will my training be delivered?

This apprenticeship is only available in West Cumbria. The first year will be spent training in our Energus facility at Lillyhall and you will be employed by Gen2.

The second year will be in the workplace, on site, and you will be employed by a company operating at a nuclear facility. During your second year you will be visited by Gen2 around every six weeks to assess your competence.

The Nuclear Operator Apprenticeship scheme is divided into two types of career paths dependent upon employer requirements:

1. Nuclear Plant Operators

These people are trained to operate and maintain chemical and process plants that make a variety of products. Operators will monitor levels of flow, chemicals, temperature, waste products and radiation.

They may take samples of products at different stages of the processes in their building and send them to another part of site for analysis for the business, customers, UK and international agencies.

Some Plant Operators will be trained in plant control rooms which are automated processes to allow chemicals and products to be moved around the building or site in a controlled manner. Other plants will manufacture products e.g. nuclear fuel pellets or put waste products into containers for UK and overseas customers.

2. Decommissioning Operators

The role of the Nuclear Decommissioning Operative is to control and operate basic decommissioning plant and equipment efficiently and safely.

They will report and investigate deviations from routine operating conditions and be able to deal with basic process problems. They are given the opportunity to progress to Nuclear Decommissioning Team Leader.

What qualifications will I obtain?BTEC or City & Guilds Level 2. Apprentices are also provided with an opportunity to improve Maths and English skills. The modules in your qualification will be agreed locally by each plant where the apprentice is assigned to.

This apprenticeship is awarded on successful completion of an end point assessment.

These qualifications are subject to Government changes.


This apprenticeship is only available in West Cumbria. The first year will be spent training in our Energus facility at Lillyhall and you will be employed by Gen2.

The second year will be in the workplace, on site, and you will be employed by a company operating at a nuclear facility. During your second year you will be visited by Gen2 around every six weeks to assess your competence.

What qualifications will I obtain?BTEC or City & Guilds Level 2. Apprentices are also provided with an opportunity to improve Maths and English skills. The modules in your qualification will be agreed locally by each plant where the apprentice is assigned to.

This apprenticeship is awarded on successful completion of an end point assessment.


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Information TechnologyAdvanced Apprenticeship


• City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for IT users (ITQ)

• Minimum Level 2 English, maths and ICT• Employee Rights and Responsibilities• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

What will I study as an IT Apprentice with Gen2?

• Improving productivity using IT• Understanding the potential of IT• Developing personal and team effectiveness

using IT• Using mobile IT devices• Setting up an IT system• Optimising IT system performance• IT security for users• Using the internet• Specialist software

The role of an IT Apprentice:

This is a unique qualification for those using computers in the workplace. It has a ‘pick and mix’ design which allows learners to choose units that are applicable to their workplace and employer.

It will support and develop the skills and knowledge needed to be proficient and specialise in developing, using, supporting and maintaining a range of IT systems and software.

IT is now an integral part of any business and this qualification allows you to develop IT systems and processes to support businesses and staff across a variety of activities.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start and will attend one of our Skills Centre for one day per week to study towards your qualification. As this qualification is assignment based you will be visited every 12 weeks to review your progress with your employer. Assignments are completed in the Gen2 classroom.

Pre-requisites: Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics and English. Some employers may also require an ICT qualification, to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude test.


Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: ICT- Level 3

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Business AdministrationIntermediate/Advanced Apprenticeship

What qualifications will I obtain?

Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 months)Level 2 Diploma in Business & Administration

Advanced Apprenticeship (18 months) Level 3 Diploma in Business & Administration

Apprentices are also provided with an opportunity to improve Maths and English skills.


What will I study as a Business Administration Apprentice with Gen2?

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will receive training in practical tasks such as using office equipment and setting up and improving administration systems. You will also gain transferable skills in areas like project management, report writing, communication and budgeting.

The role of a Business Administration Apprentice:

The Gen2 Business Administration Apprenticeship provides a wide variety of training from basic business administration duties to administration skills necessary to manage teams.

Roles vary from employer to employer but can include tasks such as reception duties, data handling, providing administrative support for other departments, organising events, business communications, and working with social media.

Apprentices undertaking this qualification are suitable not only as general administrators but also suitable for specialist roles such as Court Clerks and HR Administrators.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start, where you will be assessed in the work-place. Set classroom sessions will be arranged where you visit your Gen2 centre for additional support days.


Pre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics and English. Some employers may also require an ICT or Business qualification, to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Duration: 12 months (Intermediate) 18 months (Advanced)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Framework: Business and Administration - Level 2 / 3

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Business AdministrationIntermediate/Advanced Apprenticeship

Customer ServiceIntermediate/Advanced Apprenticeship


Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 month)Level 2 Diploma in Customer Services

Advanced Apprenticeship (18 - 24 months) BTEC or City & Guilds Level 3 qualification.

Apprentices are also provided with an opportunity to improve Maths and English skills.

What will I study as a Customer Service Apprentice with Gen2?

As a Customer Service Apprentice you will understand how customer service delivery and legislation affects customer expectations and how the customer services process can be developed and improved through customer feedback, promotion of products and services and effective teamwork.

The role of a Customer Service Apprentice:

The Gen2 Customer Service Apprenticeship provides an industry recognised qualification for customer service for every sector. From local government and the NHS to hospitality, travel and tourism.

You will understand how customer service delivery and legislation effects customer expectations and how the customer services process can be developed and improved through customer feedback, promotion of products and services and effective teamwork.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start, where you will be assessed in the work-place. Set classroom sessions will be arranged where you visit your Gen2 centre for additional support days.


Pre-requisites: Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics and English.Some employers may also require ICT skills, to successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Duration: 12 months (Intermediate) 18 months (Advanced)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: As per legislation (min £3.50/hr as of April 2017)

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Customer Service Practitioner - Level 2 / 3

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• Level 3 Diploma in Project Control Practice (QCF)


• Minimum Level 2 in English and maths (if not already achieved)

What will I study as a Project ControlsApprentice with Gen2?

Block Release Additional Workshops• Introduction to Project Planning• Introduction to Project Controls• Nuclear Project Controls Procedure Training• Introduction to Earned Value Management• Critical Path Analysis• Procurement• Design & the Design Process• Introduction to Governance• Introduction to Change Control / Trending• Introduction to Estimating• Introduction to Cost Management• Introduction to Commercial / Contract

Management• Reporting Programme Board Reporting• Risk, Opportunities, Exclusions, Contingency

in a project environment• Quality• Industry Best Practise• NEC 3 Form of Contract

The role of a Project Control Apprentice:

As a Project Controls Apprentice, you will study a wide breadth of Project Control modules.

The mandatory units you will study cover areas such as:• Monitoring risks, opportunities and

uncertainties• Estimating, planning, cost engineering and

commercial support• Applying quality assurance procedures• Retrieving, recording and presenting project

control• Identifying and quantifying emerging

changes through project control


You will attend a Gen2 centre one day per week in Years 1 & 2 to complete your technical certificate and spend the rest of the time with your employer.

Project ControlsAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C (or new equivalent) in Mathematics, English and ICT. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.


Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Project Control - Level 3

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• Level 4 Project Management Apprenticeship• PMQ Qualification• Level 2 in English and maths (if not already

achieved)

What will I study as a Project Management Apprentice with Gen2?Students will complete 15 of the following 17 competencies:• Governance• Stakeholder & Communications

Management• Budgeting & Cost Control• Business Case & Benefits• Scope Management• Consolidated Planning• Schedule Management• Risk & Issue Management• Contract & Procurement Management• Quality Management• Resource Management• Context• Collaboration & Team Work• Leadership• Communication• Drive for Results• Integrity, Ethics, Compliance &

Professionalism

Where will my training be delivered?This apprenticeship is delivered with the employer in the workplace with block release at a Gen2 training centre in order to complete their taught components including:• Six weekly visits in the workplace to assess

the apprentice competence and monitor progress

• Pre Course assignment• Module 1 -Two day project management

foundation workshop (Note: this module is additionality and is in addition to the scope of the apprenticeship standard)

• Module 2 – 2 x 5 days PMQ Apprenticeship Delivery

• PMQ exam• Apprentices will be required to have or

achieve level 2 English and maths prior to completion of their Apprenticeship.

Project ManagementHigher Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Entry criteria can vary for employers. Please contact us for entry requirements. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing.

Minimum age is 18 at the start of the programme.

Duration: 24 months / 48 months (Sellafield)Location: Based with employers in Cumbria/UKWage: Minimum wage

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Project Management - Level 4

The role of a Project Management Apprentice: As a Project Management Apprentice, you will learn how to plan and deliver projects within the time, cost, quality constraints.

Tasks will include:

• Project Governance• Risk analysis• Budgeting and cost control• Communicating with stakeholders• Planning and reviewing projects• Meeting with customers• Creating and monitoring action plans

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What will I study as a Degree Apprentice with Gen2?There are 5 pathways available for students to follow from FdEng through to BEng(Hons) For Plant Engineering, these include the following areas:• Instrumentation and Control Engineering• Electrical Engineering• Mechanical Engineering• Nuclear Plant & Process Technology• Quality Engineering What qualifications will I obtain? On successful completion of this apprenticeship and End Point Assessment learners will achieve:

• FdEng - Level 5 qualification in chosen disciplineWhere will my training be delivered?

The academic timetable is as follows:• Bridging Course (pre-Degree

Apprenticeship): 4 months - September to December

• Degree: • Years 1 to 3: January to May, then

September to December• Work-based competency: Students will

be on placement with their sponsoring employer at all times when not on academic release, and including the periods between teaching semesters.

• Academic: Students will study all of their taught components at a Gen2 HE Centre based in West Cumbria, including the pre-degree recommended 4-month Bridging Course. The students will attend the Gen2 Centre for the 36-month duration of the degree.

Degree ApprenticeshipLevel 5

Pre-requisites:Must be aged 18+ years and hold a minimum of 96 UCAS points (equivalent to the previous rating of 240). This total can have been gained either at ‘A’-level in appropriate STEM subjects, or, alternatively, a National Certificate at Level 3 (such as BTEC) either in Science or Engineering. In addition, prospective candidates must have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grades 9 to 5 (equivalent to the previous GCSE A to C grades) and which include Maths, English Language and a Science subject.

Duration: 36 months (3 years)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: Dependant on employer

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Degree - Nuclear Scientist/Nuclear Engineer - Level 5

Further information can be found in our Higher Education Portfolio

These programmes are accredited by the University of Cumbria

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What will I study as a Degree Apprentice with Gen2?There are 5 pathways available for students to follow from FdEng through to BEng(Hons) For Plant Engineering, these include the following areas:• Instrumentation and Control Engineering• Electrical Engineering• Mechanical Engineering• Nuclear Plant & Process Technology• Quality Engineering What qualifications will I obtain?On successful completion of this apprenticeship and End Point Assessment learners will obtain either:• FdEng - Level 5 qualification in chosen

discipline• BEng (Hons) - Level 6 qualification in

chosen discipline

Where will my training be delivered?The academic timetable is as follows:• Bridging Course (pre-Degree

Apprenticeship): 4 months - September to December

• Degree: • Years 1 to 4: January to May, then

September to December• Year 5: January to December for the

Project Dissertation• Work-based competency: Students will

be on placement with their sponsoring employer at all times when not on academic release, and including the periods between teaching semesters.

• Academic: Students will study all of their taught components at a Gen2 HE Centre based in West Cumbria, including the pre-degree recommended 4-month Bridging Course. The students will attend the Gen2 Centre for the 60-month duration of the degree.

Degree ApprenticeshipLevel 6

Pre-requisites:Must be aged 18+ years and hold a minimum of 96 UCAS points (equivalent to the previous rating of 240). This total can have been gained either at ‘A’-level in appropriate STEM subjects, or, alternatively, a National Certificate at Level 3 (such as BTEC) either in Science or Engineering. In addition, prospective candidates must have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grades 9 to 5 (equivalent to the previous GCSE A to C grades) and which include Maths, English Language and a Science subject.

Duration: 60 months (5 years)Location: Based with employers in CumbriaWage: Dependant on employer

Full Apprenticeship Title:Apprenticeship Standard: Degree - Nuclear Scientist/Nuclear Engineer - Level 6

Further information can be found in our Higher Education Portfolio

These programmes are accredited by the University of Cumbria

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