GQA ’ s Accredited Training service is aimed at employers in the industry who want to have their in-house training endorsed by GQA Qualifications as an independent third party , and gives them the opportunity to deliver training that focuses on candidates ’ particular needs specific to their role within the business . Commenting on the service , GQA ’ s EQA /

Technical Officer , Martin Sadler says :

“ Using our Accredited Training service means that employers can develop their own training to suit their employees or their customers ’ needs with the GQA stamp of approval to show the quality of the training delivered . The GQA-branded certificate we offer is an important tool and highlights the third party endorsement we bring . We can also support employers to develop specific courses whilst we are engaged in dialogue .

“ I am really delighted with the number of employers who have already engaged with us to bring this arrangement into their business , and for other businesses interested in finding out more then I will personally take ownership of their enquiries . They are also more than welcome to talk to any of the employers we are already working with if they would like input from their peers .”

GQA ’ s Bespoke Qualification service is aimed at employers who wish to be able to offer those staff undertaking very specific

roles in their business the opportunity to work towards gaining a qualification where one does not already exist .

The service is perfect for niche specialist areas which do not lend themselves to meeting the required content of a standard regulated qualification . In close consultation with the company concerned , GQA will develop a qualification that meets the needs of the organisation and the people who require it .

Martin continues : “ It is disappointing when people in specific , specialist job functions are not able to develop their careers by working towards achieving a qualification because a relevant regulated option is not available . This is where our Bespoke Qualification service can help . Developing a qualification tailored specifically to them , which carries the approval of GQA , means that employees can fully prove their competency

, and employers can put into place for them a career progression route . Once developed , the qualification is exclusive to the employers concerned .

“ Both our Accredited Training and Bespoke Qualification services are proving extremely popular . They demonstrate the need for a flexible approach to training . Here at GQA we have close to 200 qualifications covering a broad variety of sectors . The fenestration industry , just like any other , needs training solutions tailored to its specific needs . I ’ m proud that we are helping to facilitate this and contributing to raising standards and assisting in shaping careers .”

More information on GQA is available at www . gqaqualifications . com or you can email Martin directly at martin . sadler @ gqaqualifications . com