The Higher Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management has been developed to bridge the gap between the supervisory skills gained in an apprentice’s early career and the strategic management skills required to work at a senior level.
People 1st developed the new framework and, working in partnership with UH Ventures and University College Birmingham, has gained funding from the National Apprenticeship Service to set up the delivery infrastructure for this new Higher Apprenticeship.
Ruth Asker-Browne, who leads People 1st’s apprenticeship work, said that the Higher Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management provides learners with a clear career path into more senior levels.
“Training staff and supporting the development of the next generation of leaders is extremely important for the hospitality industry if businesses are going to both survive and thrive. The Higher Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management is all about giving learners the chance to apply in a practical setting the knowledge they gain in a learning environment. It is helping to develop the managerial skills of our next generation of leaders.”
Yolande Edwards, qualifications manager at JD Wetherspoon, said that the higher apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to show employees the real, sustainable opportunities to the industry: “We will be able to offer it to our existing staff and use it to attract kitchen, shift and hotel managers into our business with the ability to complete a higher apprenticeship programme within their chosen field of work.”
Research has shown that apprentices are a great investment as the average cost of investing in apprenticeship training in the hospitality industry is £4,240, which employers are likely to recoup within one year.
“With the development of the new Higher Apprenticeship in Hospitality Management the common misconception that apprenticeships are only for young people is clearly being challenged,” said Asker-Browne. “Apprenticeships are available to people of all ages and across different levels, from front line staff members to senior management.”
To view a copy of the framework, please visit: www.people1st.co.uk/apprenticeships/frameworks-and-guidance/england