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Gender Equality and Race Inclusion
Debbie Bartle – HYA Training E & D Co-ordinator attended the latest equality and diversity event held in Edinburgh.
GERI was formed to challenge stereotyping in careers information, advice, guidance and choice. The gender equality duty was introduced in 2007, this means that all UK public organisations must now demonstrate that they are eliminating sexual discrimination and harassment.
Debbie has collated her findings and knowledge from the event and presented the updates to HYA and CFL members.
Apprenticeship – Moving Forward with Life Long Learning
The Apprenticeship programme has now extended the criteria to meet any learner over 19+. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who is already employed and looking to further their career with a new or additional qualification. The take up for this has been great. HYA have signed many learners of all ages (some up to retirement age!) and in many varied industry sectors, we can see this growing from strength to strength. To find out more, simply call Jo or Michelle at HYA Training.
Available Apprenticeship Qualifications Available at HYA
- Business & Administration Level 2 & 3
- Customer Service Level 2 & 3
Humber Apprentice Panel (HAP)
In September 2007 the Humber Apprentice Panel (HAP) wasformed, the panel has been made up of a diverse group of Apprentices from across the sub-region. Paula Kitching from HYA is currently on this panel, she is joined by 7 other Apprentices.
The panel gives Apprentices the chance to discuss their experiences as Apprentices and have their voices heard. It gives learners the opportunity to gain more confidence in discussing their futures and will help them to develop better communication & debating skills.
One of HAP’s main objectives is to help Apprentices from across the Humber Sub-Region communicate with one and other, to help achieve this HAP have devised a forum for Apprentices to discuss all aspects of their Apprenticeship. HAP has also created a Facebook & Myspace account to compliment the forum.
Vice Chair of the regional learner panel is Dave Thompson from the Consortium for Learning. Dave has just been named as runner-up in the first annual VQ Hero awards in the Young Learner of the year category.
Dave completed his Business and Administration Advanced Apprenticeship in just ten months, well ahead of schedule and overcoming the frustration of having dyslexia. The success has inspired Dave to continue his development and is currently working towards his Customer Service Advanced Apprenticeship with HYA Training.
Dave was presented with his certificate on stage by Alesha Dixon at London’s Royal Opera House in July 2008.
Invest in the best! - HYA Training is officially a great organisation to work for…
Following a recent reassessment HYA Training has retained full recognition as an Investor in People. HYA first achieved the IiP standard 6 years ago and was reassessed under new, more challenging criteria in May 2007 and like previous visits, the interview evidence was 100% positive!
The report summarised that HYA continue to enjoy an excellent reputation and positive outcomes from its programmes. Staff are positive, enthusiastic, highly motivated and flexible, which helps to facilitate the exceptionally well developed team working ethos.
Some staff comments:
“It’s a very supportive place. They’re always mindful of our workload”
This is the most valued I’ve ever felt in any company I’ve worked for”
“Our opinions are considered – ideas are taken to the table and discussed thoroughly”
“Everyone pulls together to share the load”. Teamwork is brilliant!”
The findings also highlighted areas of continued business improvement and good practice in… leadership and supportive management style, innovative approaches and genuine commitment to learning & development, high level of autonomy within job roles and the recognition of Customer First and Ali Grade 2 achievements in 2006.
Lynn McGowan, MD said: "I’m delighted we have achieved this recognition. Our staff have worked extremely hard and it is great that our efforts have been acknowledged”.
A Double Celebration! - Congratulation to Paula Kitching who celebrated her 18th Birthday with HYA staff and Directors.
She was presented with gifts and a cake to mark the special occasion. As a double celebration she was also presented with her Business and Administration Level 2 Certificate.
Paula has not only achieved her apprenticeship framework, but she has also recently been offered a full time position as the receptionist and administration assistant at HYA Training. She is keen to gain more experience in this new role and will shortly be embarking on Customer Service Training.
Congratulations and well done Paula!
Congratulations to Natasha and Jade! - Thanks to all our learners who completed a questionnaire. We are now collating all the information you have provided and will note all your comments. This will help us get an accurate picture of your learning experience and improve our training provision if we need to.
The prize draw has now taken place and we are pleased to inform you that Natasha Collins, Apprentice and Jade Atkinson, Entry to Employment have both won £25 each.
Thanks to you all! - Joan Duncan
Education Maintenance Allowance - Get in the Know! - EMA is a weekly payment of £10, £20 or £30. The money is intended to help with the day-to-day costs when you stay on at school, college or a training provider. Don’t forget, there are BONUSES too! On top of your weekly allowance, you could receive bonuses if you do well on your course or learning programme and meet certain targets.
Check the following website for further details www.direct.gov.uk or call the EMA helpline on 0808 10 16219.
Wondering where to go and what to do after your Apprenticeship? - Check out… www.askolaf.com
Access e-mentors on line, people just like you who are there tohelp. It’s your ticket to all the help and advice you need.
HYA Advanced Apprentices Graduate - The first graduation ceremony for local young people who had achieved their advanced apprenticeship last year, took place on October 12 at the Hull City Hall. More than 300 young people from across the Humber Sub Region achieved the Advanced Apprenticeship and HYA Training invited their 8 Advanced Apprenticeship Achievers to attend the first ever graduation ceremony in the area. More than 80 other apprentices attended the event, along with family, friends, employers and (WBL) providers.
The ceremony was opened by Michelle Dewberry, winner of the BBC’s The Apprentice, who offered advice and congratulations to the young people.
HYA Training directors and staff members joined the event to celebrate and recognise the outstanding achievement of Samantha Atkinson, Charlotte Carter, Joanna Finneran, Nicola Gazi, Laura Mckinley and Steve Wight.
ePortfolio with forward PLUS and HYA - HYA Training have recently partnered with ePortfolio / Forward to embrace the new software for e-learning. The software has been specifically decided to produce online NVQ assessment e-Portfolios.
Forward Benefits:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Qualification Equivalency Comparison Chart
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