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A successful apprenticeship takes careful collaboration between the Employer, Provider and End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO)
By working closely with all the parties involved and establishing the clear roles from the outset, CMI provides support and guidance to both employer and provider throughout the apprenticeship journey, to help ensure a successful outcome.
The Employer is the organisation the Apprentice works for.
Their role is to:
The Provider is the organisation which delivers the apprenticeship.
The End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) assesses the Apprentice.
CMI is the UK’s leading authority on Management & Leadership standard, and as the Professional Body, provided support and guidance to the Trailblazer group as they developed the management apprenticeship standards.
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We are the only professional body able to award Foundation Chartered Manager and Chartered Manager Status.
Our solutions can adapt to suit your requirements, from apprenticeship support packages to EPA only.
A support package can be offered alongside apprenticeships giving unlimited access to online resources mapped to the apprenticeship journey, as well as in person support for the apprentices, access to the CMI community and mentoring during their apprenticeship
Our online resource portal, ManagementDirect, is designed to support your digital delivery. Our content playlists can be shared with learners with ease
Designed for aspiring, supervisory or first-line managers, the Level 3 apprenticeship offers practical knowledge and skills from team leading to project and resource management.
For mid-managers, Level 5 focuses on developing core management skills such as managing resources, recruitment and information management.
For middle and senior managers, the CMDA offers the triple guarantee of a quality degree, on-the-job experience and a professional pathway for future development.
For strategic leaders with senior management responsibility, the SLA develops the strategic leadership skills of those responsible for the overall performance and long-term sustainability of their organisations.
CMI works closely with employers, apprentices and training providers to offer dedicated support and guidance. Find out more about our EPA offer.
Our partners provide across the nation offer a range of delivery models to meet different employer needs
Are you an employer or provider not yet working with us? Find out more about how to become a CMI Partner
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Take a look at the thousands of resources and benefits that come hand-in-hand with CMI membership
Are you ready to be recognised for your management and leadership excellence? Find out more about becoming a Chartered Manager