Course modules
Combined Competence and Knowledge Qualification
Functional Skills
Functional Skills
Level 1 Mathematics & Level 1 English
Competence Qualification
Skills, Knowledge & Beahviours
An apprentice will be required to undertake & have an understanding of a number of different core skills, knowledge & behaviours to complete this apprenticeship. Please see factsheet for more information.
Diploma
Entry requirements & additional information
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSE's at grade D/3 and above including maths and English or a vocational qualification at Level 1, plus GCSE grade D/3 in both maths and English.
NB: English & maths Functional Skills Level 1 will be accepted as an alternative to GCSE's
Learning and assessment
Theory work & learning materials delivered online with photographic, video & audio evidence being collected through the Onefile E-Portfolio platform, supported by off site technical training at Myerscough College as required.
The employer will have access to their apprentices Onefile E-Portfolio so they can monitor progress & work that has been set by the tutor.
The qualification is made up of a number of mandatory units designed to have maximum relevance to the job & integrate with day to day responsibilities.
An employer must allow an apprentice 20% of their working week to undertake work required to complete their apprenticeship (this is a legal requirement) & will include any college attendance required.
There will be an end point assessment, conducted by an independent assessor.
All components must be passed for the apprentice to meet the apprenticeship standard & these will include:
- Knowledge test
- Personal statement & portfolio of evidence
- Course walk & practical end assessment
There will be 3 levels of achievement: Pass, Merit and Distinction
In the unlikely event of an apprentice needing to resit an End Point Assessment (or elements of the End Point Assessment), then the employer will be responsible for funding these additional costs.
Progression
This standard is recognised by the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA), the Professional Body for Greenkeepers. At the start of the apprenticeship the apprentice will be registered with BIGGA. Upon completion of this standard the apprentice will be eligible to join BIGGA as a full member and become a BIGGA Accredited Greenkeeper.
Apprentices successfully completing the Level 2 Apprenticeship have opportunities to progress within the industry by continuing onto the Level 3 Apprenticeship in Golf Greenkeeping or other Further Education courses.
Careers
Typical jobs apprentices will be able to progress onto on completion of this Apprenticeship will depend on the qualifications and experience gained, but could include: more senior positions within a golf club facility or the option to progress by working in other sports facilities such as a Grounds Maintenance Operator/Technician.
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SUCCESS STORY: Amy makes the cut with sportsturf degree
- Published
- Monday 8 March
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#NAW2021 - Apprenticeships of distinction are par for the course at The Belfry
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- Thursday 11 February
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