The government is creating a group of “expert” apprenticeship providers in a new pilot programme unveiled today.
Those selected for this “mark of excellence” will be given “more access” to Department for Education systems in a bid to reduce the time and resource providers commit to coaching non-levy paying employers through the apprenticeship system.
But entry criteria is strict and eliminates many of the largest apprenticeship providers from participating.
The DfE is searching for a maximum of 15 providers to join the 12-month pilot, comprising seven independent training providers, five FE colleges and three higher education providers to “be reflective of current market share”.
