It is becoming more and more common for the CAI to be asked if there is an Apprenticeship Scheme operating in our industry now that the government is re-structuring and re-directing funding and incentives into skills shortage areas.
School-leavers and college options are being directed at the areas of work where workers are most needed. Electrical & Electronic Servicing - the category in which our Signal Reception rests at the moment - comes under this directive.
To this end in order to prepare and upskill younger members of the workforce for future advances in a rapidly changing industry, North Herts College is preparing to offer an apprenticeship in Signal Reception. The CAI Education & Skills Programme and its managing committee will be exploring ways of supporting this scheme, for CAI companies wishing to take advantage of apprenticeships.
If you employ – or are considering taking on workers under the age of 19 – there is no cost to the employer for enrolling young people on the scheme.
For an introduction at the moves being made in this direction make contact with Paul Turney, Assessor. Lecturer & Internal Verifier at North Herts College via his administrator, Emma Guy at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 01462 650261 (direct line)