7th November 2010, 09:52 AM
Quote:a new working relationship in which students would
balance work in contracting firms whilst at the same time studying for a degree in
archaeology. Some of the credit (assessment) for the degree would then be given
to work-based learning. Although there is already an NVQ in Archaeological
Practice, within which credit is already gained for work-based learning, a degree
from a traditional university is likely to be a more attractive qualification for
such students since it would offer future employability skills beyond one sector of
employment. This would be of interest even to students not planning to continue
into professional archaeology since work experience itself enhances employability."
So true I feel it should be said again.
The idea is there, the will .. as yet is to appear. I do know that more companies are seeing the benefit of a trained workforce ( one almost wants to say 'duh' ) and are starting to look at implementation. after all, even a trained mobile workforce benefits the whole as well.... train a person who moves to another unit and you will receive another who has been trained elsewhere..
Strong leadership and opportunity is needed. THE NVQ... to be frank was a wet blanket on the training scheme... it may be regenerated, but there are other ways, as discussed above.