The call by adi Group comes following the launch of the Midlands Engine Strategy, which takes a strong focus on reforming technical education.
adi Group unveiled a pre-apprenticeship qualification for 14-to-16-year-olds in September. It is currently teaching 12 pre-apprentices and will take on another 12 this September. Its vision is for the scheme to be adopted by businesses across all industries across the UK.
Alan Lusty, chief executive of adi Grou, said: “Government plans to not only invest £392 million across the Midlands, but to also contribute £20 million to the Midlands Skills Challenge is very exciting for us.
“Tackling the nationwide deficit in high-quality apprenticeships is vital. As such, the pre-apprenticeship model is completely available, free of charge, for any employer or school that wishes to replicate an existing scheme which has proven to work, and work well.”
He continued: “Implementation is straightforward and any sector, whether in industry or professional services, can benefit – thus encouraging younger generations to try something new and engage in the workplace whilst still at school.”
