The research aimed to explore the perspectives of learning mediators on a new model for working with employers, which was designed to expand the role of apprenticeships, create more diversity in the varieties of apprenticeships on offer, and more closely align apprenticeships with both learner and employer needs
The aim was to explore the perpectives of various learning mediators, including employer representatives, independent training providers (ITPs), colleges and other mediating organisations such as Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) and local authorities, on the new model for apprecticeships.
The researcher found that there was complexity and uncertainty about the new model, as participants were not clear about the new approach, in part because of regular policy shifts. There were also different types of companies but one model, concerns over lack of comprehensive thinking about quality assurance and the possible behavioural logics of the new model. The researcher noted an assumption that young people would be well served by high quality, standards-based apprenticeships offered at high levels in large companies. But there was also concern over the lack of progression and portability features.
N/A