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AUGUST 2015 PRO INSTALLER
PRO NEWS
www.proinstaller.co.uk
CREATING A FUTURE
Network VEKA’s pioneering education and training
offering, the Network VEKA Academy has taken on its
first apprentices after being launched by the industry’s
leading installer support organisation earlier in the year.
Enabling its member companies to ensure that current
and prospective staff have
the practical and academic
skills to excel in the industry, Network VEKA established the Academy in partnership with The Vocational
College; an award-winning
learning provider with strong
links to the Glass Qualifications Authority (GQA).
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Network VEKA Academy
Installer and Surveyor Qualifications (England Only)
It offers a range of training
programmes and apprenticeships,
tailored to the needs of Network
VEKA member companies.
Managing Director, John Ogilvie
explains: “With the Network VEKA
Academy we’ve proactively looked
to the future, help ing to make
sure those companies under our
umbrella can continue to deliver
the 97% plus satisfaction rates
that separate us from an industry
standard of just 83%.
“The Academy has benefits for
everyone involved. Member companies, in light of the widely publicised construction industry skills
shortage – need no longer worry
about finding suitably qualified
staff. Those looking to progress
within their respective businesses
can do so without disrupting their
work, and, with generous subsidies
– secured with the help of The
Vocational College – costs have
been minimised, making this an
inclusive opportunity for all.
“Traineeships are proving a
popular option, with companies
like MG Windows in Northampton
taking on apprentices in the 16-24
age bracket for brief, 5-6 month
courses that offer an introduction
to the industry. Besides footing
travel expenses and the cost of
Personal Protection Equipment, for
member companies, it’s essentially
free!”
Adrian Lewis, Managing Director
at Suffolk-based Frames Conservatories Direct commented: “The Network VEKA Academy can only be
beneficial for companies like ours.
The more motivated and engaged
in their work our fitters are, the
better job they are likely to do.”
Workers with greater industry
experience can access courses up
to Advanced Apprenticeship level,
with candidates earning a valuable
Level 3 NVQ qualification upon
completion.
If you’d like to learn more about
the Network VEKA Academy call
01282 473170 or visit www.
networkveka.co.uk
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