At the end of November 2004 Estyn (Her Majesty’s Inspectorate for Education and Training in Wales) conducted its second inspection of Qualtech’s government-funded training programmes. Six inspectors spent four days examining our processes, procedures and records and interviewing candidates, their employers and our staff. During their inspection the team examined generic aspects of our delivery such as the quality of education and training provided, the quality of leadership and management and judged the value for money provided by Qualtech. They also looked at two specific areas of delivery where we have the highest proportion of candidates:
- Business, Management and Administration
- Manufacturing
We were delighted with the results of their inspection which awarded our company the following grades:
Key Question |
Inspection Grade* |
| How well do learners achieve? |
1 |
| How effective are teaching, training and assessment? |
2 |
| How well do the learning experiences meet the needs and interests of learniers and the wider community? |
1 |
| How well are learners guided and supported? |
2 |
How effective are leadership and strategic management?
|
1 |
| How well do leaders and managers evaluate and improve quality and standards? |
1 |
| How efficient are leaders and managers in using resources? |
1 |
Area of Learning |
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| Manufacturing |
1 |
| Business, Management and Administration |
1 |
The following quotes are taken from the report produced by Estyn’s inspectors at the conclusion of their visit to Qualtech.
“The training provided by Qualtech is outstanding in the two areas inspected. Learners in the two areas inspected achieved outstanding standards in 2003/04. Current learners are making good progress towards achieving the targets in their individual learning plans.”
“Learners develop very good work-related skills and knowledge. Many also make good progress towards achieving key skills qualifications. Others gain additional skills and knowledge beyond those anticipated at the start of their programme.”
“Very good working relationships between learners, training advisors and employers help learners to progress and achieve their targets. They grow considerably in confidence as they progress through their qualification.” “Learners are well-motivated and effectively involved in the planning of their work.”
“It (training) is carefully matched to the learner’s job role and the employer’s needs.”
“The company offers well-designed off-the-job training to supplement learners’ workplace development.”
“Learners benefit greatly from the wide range of good quality resources that the company provides, including a comprehensive programme of workshops. The company training centre has excellent facilities.”
“Learners mix with clients from different companies at the workshops. This helps to extend their professional and personal development.”
A copy of the full report produced by the Estyn inspectors can be found on their web site, please click here to view the full report.
*Grade 1: Good with outstanding features; Grade 2: Good features and no important shortcomings.
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