Date: 12 November 2025
Delivered by: HEaTED
We’re pleased to share details of an upcoming Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunity designed specifically for technical and professional services staff who support — or plan to support — apprentices in the workplace.
This one-day interactive course, Supporting Apprentices: A Guide for Technical Staff, will help participants develop the skills and confidence to provide effective, practical support for apprentices as part of their role. The session focuses on identifying opportunities for evidence collection, understanding the apprenticeship framework, and ensuring apprentices achieve successful outcomes.
Course Objectives
Participants will explore:
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The essential skills, attitudes, behaviours and understanding required to effectively support an apprentice.
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The apprenticeship standard and its key elements.
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How to identify opportunities for assessment and evidence collection.
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The technician’s role and contribution in guiding apprentices through their development journey.
What Previous Participants Say
“Great course — [Trainer] was very enthusiastic and helped us understand the role of an apprentice as well as getting into the mindset of an apprentice to help us tackle issues and problems that may arise.”
— Sharad, Bioengineering Core Technician, Imperial College London“I feel much more prepared to support apprentices and ensure their time with us is fulfilling in a mutually beneficial way.”
— Emma, Leading Technician, University of Bristol“It was a very useful training session as it really emphasises the importance of proper follow-up and encouragement of the apprentice throughout their journey to get a much earned certificate at the end of their training.”
— Nadia, Lab Manager, Queen Mary University of London
This course offers practical guidance to help technicians create a positive, structured, and rewarding apprenticeship experience.
To find out more or register, visit the HEaTED website.
About HEaTED
HEaTED is the leading organisation for Higher Education and Technician Educational Development, delivering skills, training and networking opportunities across all specialisms and disciplines of the technical workforce.
As the training arm of the National Technician Development Centre, HEaTED offers CPD courses and events specifically designed for individuals in the technical community — helping to develop technical staff at every stage of their career.
This course offers practical guidance to help technicians create a positive, structured, and rewarding apprenticeship experience.