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DELIVERY Online
COURSE AWARD(S) Level 3 Operational Firefighter; SFJ Awards Level 3 Diploma in Emergency Fire and Rescue Services Operations in the Community
DURATION Typically 24 months, excluding End Point Assessment
SUMMARY This occupation is found in 45 Fire Services across England as well as other organisations who have their own fire services such as the RAF, Airports, Ministry of Defence and those dealing with explosives and chemicals. Therefore, although the role is predominantly found in the public sector, there is a need for operational firefighters in the private sector.
INTAKE DATES January, May and September each year
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Individual employers will set their own selection criteria for this apprenticeship. Typically an apprentice might be expected to have achieved or working towards 5 GCSEs A* to C including English and Maths as well as having knowledge to Level 1 equivalent for commonly used office computer applications.
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This occupation is found in 45 Fire Services across England as well as other organisations who have their own fire services such as the RAF, Airports, Ministry of Defence and those dealing with explosives and chemicals. Therefore, although the role is predominantly found in the public sector, there is a need for operational firefighters in the private sector.
Click here for a full copy of the apprenticeship standard, including the knowledge skills and behaviour that will be met throughout the programme.
End Point Assessment will consist of 3 elements:
- Multiple choice test;
- Practical assessment with questioning;
- Professional discussion (underpinned with portfolio of evidence).
Full support will be provided to candidates during the Gateway period at the end of their Apprenticeship to prepare them for this End Point Assessment.
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£14000 paid via the apprenticeship service account.
Employer contribution is 5% or £700 (only payable by employers who do not pay the apprenticeship levy)
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This is an apprenticeship so is funded through the Employers apprenticeship account. To satisfy the ESFA funding rules the following information must be provided by both parties.
Apprentice to complete (after employer details have been submitted)
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