Working with your training provider
Once you’ve decided on the type of apprenticeship or training your business needs, you’ll need to choose a training provider.
The training provider is responsible for the learner's ‘off-the-job’ training. The provider doesn’t have to be located near you as many are national and offer training at your workplace and online.
To choose a training provider, use find apprenticeship training.
It allows you to:
- find a training course that’s right for your organisation
- choose a course at the right level and skills
- check the availability of training providers in your location
- view employer and learner reviews
- share your interest in an apprenticeship training course with all training providers
Your training provider can provide you with as much help and support as you need when you take on an apprentice. It’s up to you how you work together. Just ask them any questions you have.
Your training provider can help you:
- find the right training
- recruit and interview apprentices
- prepare your apprentice for the workplace
- make sure your apprentice is working in an appropriate environment
- make sure your apprentice is learning the relevant skills for your business
If you want to learn more on how training providers deliver apprenticeship training and assessments, you can look at assessment guidance for providers.