Frequently Asked Questions
How Long will the training
take?
What qualifications are on offer?
I would welcome advice on how to training can help improve my business. Who do I talk to?
How do I find out more about the training you offer?
How do I find out what skills my business needs to become more competitive/grow and develop?
How can I identify specific skills gaps within my workforce?
Can you deliver training just to fill the gaps identified, rather than full qualifications?
As a customer, what can I expect from you? And what do you require of me?
I can only afford a very small training budget, are there any sources
of funds which can help me?
What are the benefits of work based learning for me?
How do I know which course is best for me?
How much work will be involved?
Where can I get help if I am struggling?
I work shifts which are not always at the same times every week. Will this be a problem?
Is it possible for me to get any help with the costs of training?
I need advice,
who can I talk to?
How long will the training take?
That's up to the learner. Most people need between 9-12 months to complete
their course, depending on how quickly they want to achieve and the
level of qualification they choose
What qualifications are on offer?
The Qualifications we offer are:
Apprenticeships* at Level 2 and 3 (funded)
Commercial training
I would welcome advice on how to training can help improve my business.
Who do I talk to?
BMR has been a team of specialist business advisors who will work with
you to identify key areas for improvement and suggest training options.
Please call us on 01952 210848 or email info@bmrtraining.com
How do I find out more about the training you offer?
Call us on 01952 210848 or email info@bmrtraining.com our staff will
be happy to assist you
How do I find out what skills my business needs to become more
competitive/grow and develop?
We will help you to analyse your business to determine priority areas
for development
How can I identify specific skills gaps within my workforce?
BMR Business Advisors will assist you in identifying priority skills
needs, matching them to relevant individuals/groups in the workforce
through Individual Training Needs Analysis and identifying where there
is need to meet skills gaps/improve working practices etc
Can you deliver training just to fill the gaps identified, rather than
full qualifications?
We are able to design training programmes tailored to the needs of your
business and workforce. These will be charged on a full cost basis,
usually based upon a daily rate for up to 15 people.
How much does training cost?
Cost will depend on the nature of the training and eligibility for external
funding. Please contact us for further details on 01952 210848
As a customer, what can I expect from you? And as an employer of staff
receiving training, what do you require of me?
BMR will work with you to create a Service Level Agreement so that we
are both clear about our expectations and the services to be provided.
BMR will deliver a quality service which represents value for money
and meets your requirements
I can only afford to set aside a very small training budget,
are there any sources of funds which can help me?
The government provides financial support to employers for staff training
via Apprenticeships, European Social Fund and other regional
initiatives. Further information
can be found in the section on funding, referral to your local Skills
Brokers or from our advisors on 01952 210848
What are the benefits of work based learning for me?
A nationally recognised qualification
You can apply what you learn right away
A qualification which will transfer with you to whatever you work in the future
It will not cost you anything - you get paid while you train
It will help you to identify what you do well and what additional skills you need in performing your job role
It could help you earn more and even increase your chances of getting promoted!
How do I know which course is best for me?
BMR's specialist staff will talk to you and to your employer and provide
information, advice and guidance on a range of alternatives to meet
present and future training needs.
How will I be assessed?
Where possible, we keep 'the written word' to a minimum, using MP3 players
to record statements, answers to questions etc. Depending on the course
you take, you may have some written tests (often done online) and will
put together a portfolio of evidence. Your tutor will guide you through
the process.
How much work will be involved?
There is no such thing as free lunch, we wish there was! All the work
you do is directly related to your job role, enabling you to see the
relevance and build upon skills you have already developed. On average,
an NVQ takes 12 - 15 months to complete.
Where can I get help if I am struggling?
You will have your own tutor assigned to you. Before you start the course,
your tutor will discuss any help you think you are likely to need and
work out with you how to access support. If you have any concerns at
any time during the programme, you can contact your tutor at any time.
I work shifts which are not always at the same times every week. Will
this be a problem?
This is not a problem as our assessors are available to you 24/7. They
will have worked in your sector and understand your work patterns.
I need advice, who can I talk to?
There are many sources of help and advice on the web. Our links section
will enable you to access some of the most relevant. For specific queries,
please complete our enquiry form and we promise to respond within 7
working days. If your need is more urgent, please telephone BMR Advisors
on 01952 210848
be employed and contracted for 30 hours or more per week
not possess a UK degree
not be receiving other funded education e.g. A Levels, GCSEs etc
