Apprentices are supported by a CIPD tutor whilst at college, assessment in the workplace and with regular reviews between the employer, tutor and apprentice to discuss progress and achievements.

When the apprenticeship standard and off the job learning hours have been completed apprentices move to Gateway, where the employer confirms competency and a project is set for the apprentice to complete ready for End Point Assessment.

A project report is created by the apprentices and submitted to the EPA for grading. Following the submission, a discussion takes place to confirm competency and is graded. The apprenticeship is graded fail, pass or distinction with a transparent criteria to meet.

There is also an option to complete a CIPD qualification alongside this apprenticeship.