From Humble Beginnings to Great Achievements; Famous People Who Started as Apprentices
Apprenticeships have long been a pathway to success, offering hands-on experience and mentorship. Many renowned individuals began their careers this way, and credit their apprenticeships with their incredible success. Austin Osuide, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons Sir Alex Ferguson Before becoming one of the most successful football managers in history, Ferguson started as an […]
How to get your TOTUM Discount Card!
TOTUM is a discount card and app specifically designed for students in the UK, providing access to a wide range of discounts and offers on various products and services. Here’s a detailed explanation and how apprentice you can access your TOTUM card… What is TOTUM? TOTUM is a student discount card and app, formerly known […]
What is our OFSTED Rating and What Does It Mean?
OFSTED (Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills) are responsible for inspecting and regulating services that care for children and young people, as well as services providing education and skills for learners of all ages in England. OFSTED’s role encompasses a wide range of educational settings, including state schools, some independent schools, colleges, […]
Misconceptions about Apprenticeships
Over the years apprenticeships have changed, both for the learner and the employer. Opinions about them have changed too, and that’s led to some common misconceptions that we’re going to set straight! Only young people can do an apprenticeship…NOT TRUE, In the UK, there is no upper age limit on eligibility for enrolling on an […]
EPA Organisations: A Comparison
Find out more about the End Point Assessment organisations that we work with here at SRSCC…
A Parents Guide to Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a unique opportunity for your child to earn a wage while gaining real-world experience
The 12 Days of Procurement
On the first day of Christmas, procurement sent to me…
The End point Assessment – What is it and What’s the Value?
In this latest article, SRSCC explain just exactly what the end point assessment is, as well as the value it offers to student apprentices and their employers. What is The End Point Assessment? End Point Assessment is the final stage of an Apprenticeship which must be successfully passed to become certified. EPA is the opportunity […]
What Financial Support Packages are Available for Apprentices and CIPS learners?
There are a number of financial support options available for apprentices and CIPS learners, when studying with SRSCC. Find a finance support package that suits you! Apprenticeship Finance Support For learners studying an apprenticeship, SRSCC can point you in the right direction to access the necessary funding support. Apprenticeship Levy The levy is paid into […]
The Apprenticeship Levy Explained – Here’s All You Need to Know
The Apprenticeship Levy came into force in April amid the confusion that often surrounds new Government initiatives. Some businesses see the levy as a form of tax on their provision of employment and while they complain about the unfair burden, fail to realise that they too can benefit from the scheme. What is the UK […]