Leeds College of Building: higher apprenticeships in construction and the built environment: An apprenticeship programme to meet industry needs

Abstract

Purpose

Leeds College of Building has a long‐standing affinity with apprenticeships, offering a broad range of apprenticeships at Level 2 and Level 3. The purpose of this paper is to provide details of the development and potential impact of a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in Construction Management.

Design/methodology/approach

Information presented in the paper is drawn from the organisation's own work in developing a higher apprenticeship (HA), building on its project plan as well as on‐going evaluation of the programme as it develops.

Findings

The College already supports a significant number of apprentices at Level 2 and level 3, therefore the development of a Level 5 Higher Apprenticeship in Construction and the Built Environment was a natural progression for the organisation. The key elements of the programme are detailed in the case study. With delivery planned to start in September 2012, plans have already been developed to extend the programme nationally.

Originality/value

The paper is based on the author's own experience and employer consultation. It presents a case study of an apprenticeship programme specific to the author's organisation.

Citation

Whitehead, D. (2012), "Leeds College of Building: higher apprenticeships in construction and the built environment: An apprenticeship programme to meet industry needs", Higher Education, Skills and Work-Based Learning, Vol. 2 No. 3, pp. 304-308. https://doi.org/10.1108/20423891211271692