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The 2012 HSI Modern Apprenticeship Programme - Cookery, Level 3

HSI has made a number of changes to one of its flagship products, the Modern Apprenticeship in Cookery, Level 3. This Information provides a brief overview of the new programme.

 

Modern Apprenticeship in Cookery, Level 3
The programme has a duration of 18 months. Upon successful completion, graduates will receive the National Certificate in Hospitality: Cookery, Level 3.

The programme is centred around on-job training, complemented by a series of four workshops held off-job. The on-job training allows apprentices to learn and develop their skills by applying new skills repetitively in the workplace, honing their ability to a high degree. The off-job component provides an opportunity to see new ways of doing things, and meet other apprentices.

Learning is also supported by an on-job training plan, which will outline the skills the apprentice needs to learn, and when they need to learn it by. There is also a series of cookery textbooks to refer to and use when learning.

An external coordinator will support and check the apprentice’s progress. They will visit the workplace at least once a quarter, to talk to the apprentice and employer, and ensure they are on track to achieve their training plan.

The cost of the programme is $2087 + GST, about $134 inclusive per month. This includes quarterly visits by the regional MA Coordinator; all textbooks; assessments*, and four off-job workshops.

*Does not include costs of re-assessments if required

 

Why become a Modern Apprentice?

  • You learn as you earn – you are  learning a trade while earning wages , so you do not have to have a student loan.
  • To achieve a nationally recognised qualification – this is the same qualification as that offered at ITP/PTEs (similar off-job programmes cost up to $5000).
  • You begin your training as soon as you sign the HSI apprenticeship training agreement form.
  •  There is no need for lengthy study periods away from the workplace – you learn on the job.
  • You learn in an environment you are familiar and comfortable with – your workplace, under the guidance of your experienced chef/s.
  • You learn at your own pace – you can finish earlier than 18 months.
  • You attend a series of workshops where you will learn new skills and meet other apprentices.
  •  There is an affordable payment scheme.
  • When you have achieved your Level 3 qualification, you can consider going on to the next level – National Certificate in Hospitality: Cookery, Level 4.

 

When does it begin?
The new Level 3 programme will start from March 2012. Apprentices can sign up from December 1, 2011. However, please note that the workbooks and assessments will not be available until March 2012.

 

More details are available through 0800 275 4474. 

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