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Changes to the Welding Apprentice Level 2 Standard

Changes to the Welding Apprentice Level 2 Standard

There is an insightful article in the August edition of the Welding & Joining Matters Journal, published by The Welding Institute on the changes to the Welding Apprentice Level 2 Standard.The article is written by Martin Fletcher, Chair of the Welding Apprenticeships Standards Committee, IfATE and helpfully outlines the fundamental revision...
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Congratulations to BAE Systems: Named One of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers for 2024

Congratulations to BAE Systems: Named One of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers for 2024

EngEPA are thrilled to extend our warmest congratulations to BAE Systems for being recognised as one of the top 10 apprenticeship employers for 2024. This prestigious ranking, produced annually by the Department for Education in partnership with High Fliers Research, highlights BAE Systems' outstanding commitment to nurturing new talent through its...
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Comparing General Welder to the new Level 2 Welder

Comparing General Welder to the new Level 2 Welder

Did you know that there have been some significant changes between the requirements of the old General Welder L2 Standard and the new one.The changes aim to improve the skills and knowledge required for apprentices in the welding industry. The downloadable image below compares the old standard with the new one but please contact EngEPA for further...
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WorldSkills UK National Finals

WorldSkills UK National Finals

EngEPA was proud to sponsor both the Welding and Fabrication competitions at the WorldSkills UK National Finals. The event, held on November 16-17, showcased the skills and talent of the UK's top young engineers.EngEPA Director Simon Davies was honoured to present Welding & Fabrication competition Gold Medal award winners Harry Pullen and Thomas...
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EngEPA to exhibit at the End Point Assessment Conference in Birmingham

EngEPA to exhibit at the End Point Assessment Conference in Birmingham

We are delighted to be exhibiting at the END POINT ASSESSMENT CONFERENCE in Birmingham on 29th September. This event is being held for businesses, learners and professionals involved in apprenticeships and will focus on improving quality, enhancing the interface between EPAO's providers, businesses and learners and driving up achievement rates...
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Start with the end in mind

Start with the end in mind

Confused as to how Engineering End-Point Assessment processes work and where to start? Not sure how your apprentices will be assessed at the end of their apprenticeship?At EngEPA, we have an in-depth knowledge of many of the Engineering standards and can help to support you through every step in your EPA journey. Our toolkit, designed...
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