1. Whither Apprenticeships? Mark Froud www.fisss.org

3. Uncertainty?! Current certification will continue even with full Richard compliant Apprenticeships for 2+ years £170m AGE grant for SMEs With the current system we will continue to : Reduce complexity and cost Increase satisfaction Reduce error rates among providers The Future

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6. Work with the Government to help introduce the system Develop best professional practice in Richard Compliant Apprenticeship Standards and the assessment of them Spread best practice Ensure consistency (not uniformity) Provide a simple, cost effective peer to peer quality assurance system Develop an IT system that insulates Employers from bureaucracy A Richard Compliant System

7. www.fisss.org Employer Engagement Standard Development Assessment Delivery Measurement Five Elements

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10. The components of a new system Registration of an Apprentice (HMRC portal) Evidence of qualifications obtained if required Evidence of assessments passed Any other evidence required (as set out in the standard) Certificate of completion www.fisss.org

11. The new certificate Apprenticeship in Football Distinction Awarded to Celia Romain www.fisss.org

12. Thank you Any Questions www.fisss.org