Employer FAQs

My employees are all qualified to do their jobs why do they need training?

Experienced staff may benefit from a refresher and there are always new technologies and ideas which may help them refine their skills further. Training is a great way for your staff to keep up to date with the latest developments affecting your industry and they may discover new ways to improve your company’s profitability, productive and customer satisfaction.

You may also need to update staff on mandatory training like first aid and health and safety to maintain your legal obligations.

How much will I have to pay to train my employees?

The cost will depend on:

• the training required
• if an accredited qualification is required
• where the training will take place
• the duration of the training

Where we can, we will access the right sources of government funding to make whatever we deliver to you as cost effective as possible. In some cases there may be no associated cost to your training.

What experience do you have of delivering training for businesses?

We have been delivering training for a wide range of organisations from all industries. Examples of the training we have delivered and its impact on specific companies is highlighted in the testimonials section on the website.

How successful are you in helping employees to achieve their qualifications?

We are committed to ensuring that your employees successfully achieve the qualifications they are aiming for. This is reflected in our success rates which are monitored regularly.

Do my employees have to attend College?

We aim to offer completely flexible training solutions. We do offer training in-college however, where practical, we can deliver in the workplace subject to sufficient numbers. For workplace assessed NVQs, assessors will visit employees in the workplace. Employees may need to undertake theory sessions to support their achievement of the qualification; however we will work with you to minimise disruption to work schedules. For Apprenticeships, your apprentice will usually spend one day a week in college.

We have an in house training programme, why do we need someone else to deliver training?

We have qualified trainers and assessors who have experience of working in a wide variety of industries. We can provide training in the latest developments affecting your industry. We can offer accredited qualifications and we are recognised as an approved training centre by many professional bodies. We work closely with the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) and can provide access to funding, which can support you with the cost of training.

What are the benefits to me as an employer?

There are a wide number of ways that training can help your business. It can help you address specific issues which are affecting performance and productivity. We can also offer development opportunities which give your employees opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge, improving motivation and reducing staff turnover and the associated recruitment costs. In addition we can help with accredited training which you may need to help you meet you legislative requirements in areas such as health and safety.