On an apprenticeship programme, apprentices will learn and develop a range of knowledge, skills and behaviours.These include:
• Understand risk assessment of activities and the importance of behaviours in safety-critical environment
• Understand the sustainability issues in projects across economic, social, and environmental aspects
• Understand different construction methods and materials
• Understand the importance of project planning and resourcing and be able to analyse different techniques
• Use effective management principles and be able to supervise construction workers
• Assess and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects
• Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget
• Be able to contribute effectively to meetings and present information in a variety of ways
• Be able to identify areas for improvement and suggest innovative solutions
Apprentices must complete the following approved qualifications mandated in the standard before moving to the End Point Assessment:
• A Level 4 qualification in Construction and Built Environment that meets the knowledge requirements of the standard and is approved by the industry’s recognised professional bodies meeting the educational requirements
for Technician status or the equivalent level of membership. Apprentices must also complete:
