Apprenticeships – Learner 2025 | National Training Federation Wales

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Which apprenticeship category is the learner being entered for?(Required)

To be eligible, the learner must have completed their apprenticeship no earlier than 1 August 2023, with actual (or expected completion) no later than 31 July 2025.

Foundation Apprentice of the Year (NVQ Level 2 equivalent)

Apprentice of the Year (NVQ Level 3 equivalent)

Higher Apprentice of the Year, including Degree Apprentices (Level 4 or higher)

Section 1: Contact details

To be completed by the learning provider.

Learner's details

Name(Required)

First name Surname

Address(Required)

Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City Post code

Email(Required)

Telephone number(Required)

(Landline or mobile)

Date of birth(Required)

Social media accounts

(if applicable)

Learning Provider details

Organisation name(Required)

Address(Required)

Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City Post code

Name of trainer/person who managed/manages the learner's training(Required)

First name Surname

Job title(Required)

Email(Required)

Telephone number(Required)

Mobile number(Required)

Social media accounts(Required)

Person with authority to approve case studies, press releases and photographs.

(If different from above)

First name Surname

Email

(If different from above)

Employer details

Organisation name(Required)

Address(Required)

Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City Post code

Name of learner's manager/supervisor(Required)

First name Surname

Job title(Required)

Email(Required)

Telephone number(Required)

Mobile number(Required)

Social media accounts

(if applicable)

Person with authority to approve case studies, press releases and photographs

(If different from above)

First name Surname

Email

(If different from above)

Section 2: Apprenticeship details

To be completed by the learning provider

Please provide the full title of the Apprenticeship programme.(Required)

Please note: If your application is put forward to the next stage, you will be asked to submit a certified copy of your apprenticeship framework certificate.

Please provide the start date and the completed/expected completion date of the Apprenticeship.

Completed the apprenticeship no earlier than 1 August 2023, with actual (or expected completion) no later than 31 July 2025.

Start date:(Required)

Completed/expected completion date:(Required)

Please provide information on the qualifications the apprentice achieved (or expected to achieve) as a result of completing the Apprenticeship Programme.(Required)

Q1. Describe the apprentice’s role within the organisation and the impact they’ve made (up to 300 words).(Required)

You might think of including information (and examples) on: • An outline of their key duties and responsibilities and how these fit within the organisation • Specific skills the individual has developed during their Apprenticeship Programme and how these have benefitted the organisation • Any measurable outcomes the individual has achieved. For example, a percentage increase in sales and/ or profitability, more efficient ways of working, better staff morale etc. Please provide statistics and/or evidence that demonstrates the impact they have had on the business • Where the individual has promoted learning, taken the initiative and/or demonstrated entrepreneurial skills • Any further learning undertaken (or planned) as a result of undertaking the Apprenticeship Programme.

Section 3: Your story

To be completed by the learner

Q2. Please provide details of any learning programme you were on (including qualifications you achieved) prior to starting your apprenticeship (up to 250 words)(Required)

You might think of including information (and examples) on: • Any relevant work experience or short courses undertaken • Any skills, knowledge or experience gained that supported your decision to undertake an Apprenticeship Programme • Any qualifications or certifications achieved before joining the Apprenticeship Programme • How your previous learning experience influenced your expectations or goals for the Apprenticeship Programme.

Q3. Please describe why you feel you should be considered for an Apprentice of the Year Award? (up to 250 words)(Required)

You might think of including information (and examples) on: • Why you decided to undertake an Apprenticeship • How it has improved your confidence, self-esteem, and employability • How you have demonstrated commitment to your own personal development and progression • How you have challenged yourself, and how you have strived to be recognised for excellence in your learning and skills • The benefits you have gained as a result of undertaking your Apprenticeship Programme • Any outstanding achievements which are directly related to your Apprenticeship Programme.

Section 4: Employer's Endorsement

To be completed by the employer

Q4. Why, in your opinion, should this individual be considered for an Apprentice of the Year Award? (up to 250 words)(Required)

You might think of including information (and examples): • On the contribution made by the individual to the organisation • Of how the individual has overcome barriers in undertaking their Apprenticeship Framework • Of how the individual has consistently challenged themselves (and others) in undertaking their Apprenticeship Programme • What makes them stand out from the crowd.

Section 5: Learner's Declaration

To be completed by the apprentice.

Declaration(Required)

The learner named in this application wishes to be considered for the Apprentice of the Year Award, and confirms that the details given in this application are accurate. In entering for the Apprentice of the Year Award, I agree to take part in any publicity concerning the Wales Apprenticeship & Skills Awards including, but not limited to, photos, filming and the development of case studies. I understand that as part of the publicity of the Wales Apprenticeship & Skills Awards, press releases will be made before, during and after the event. Furthermore, if selected as a Finalist, and for some reason I am unable to attend the Awards Ceremony, I will ensure that a representative will attend on my behalf. I agree to the declaration.

Yes

If you are shortlisted for the award, there may be some publicity in the media around your entry. Please confirm one of the following:(Required)

I am 18 or over and happy to consent to publicity around my entry.

I am under 18 and have consent to be involved in publicity around my entry from my parent/guardian.

Email address of the person who will receive a copy of the completed application form.(Required)

Privacy

All entries will be treated in the strictest confidence. Information provided will only be used by the Welsh Government and the National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW) to promote Welsh Government’s Apprenticeship Programme and wider Skills and Employability Programmes.

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