Apprenticeship Standard - Level 3 Fire and Security
Ready to gain the skills and knowledge needed to join a thriving sector? The Level 3 Fire and Security Apprenticeship is a popular training route that has a strong record for leading to a range of careers in the industry.
If you’re considering an apprenticeship or if you’re an employer looking to take on an apprentice, there is no better place to gain this coveted qualification than at Hopwood Hall College – especially as apprentices can look forward to being taught in the college’s brand new Fire and Security workshop.
This is located in the newly extended Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Centre at our Middleton Campus in Middleton, Greater Manchester. This dynamic space is one of the largest of its kind in the country – if not the largest! It features 23 individual bays in which apprentices can develop skills in four disciplines: fire alarms, CCTV, door access and intruder alarms.
This vast workshop makes for a unique learning experience that combines both practical and theory work in the same exceptional space. In addition, apprentices will benefit from being taught by expert tutors who have years of industry experience.
Fire and Security Technicians design, install, commission and maintain electronic systems in and outside simple and complex premises to protect individuals, homes and properties from risk and danger.
Systems include fire and security systems to detect intrusion, provide surveillance, monitor and control access to buildings, properties and sites or to detect fire and emergencies.
*If you’re reading this as an employer and would like further information, contact us today on 0161 676 4652 or read our handy guide on recruiting an apprentice for your business.
Apprenticeship Standard - Level 3 Fire and Security
Ready to gain the skills and knowledge needed to join a thriving sector? The Level 3 Fire and Security Apprenticeship is a popular training route that has a strong record for leading to a range of careers in the industry.
If you’re considering an apprenticeship or if you’re an employer looking to take on an apprentice, there is no better place to gain this coveted qualification than at Hopwood Hall College – especially as apprentices can look forward to being taught in the college’s brand new Fire and Security workshop.
This is located in the newly extended Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Centre at our Middleton Campus in Middleton, Greater Manchester. This dynamic space is one of the largest of its kind in the country – if not the largest! It features 23 individual bays in which apprentices can develop skills in four disciplines: fire alarms, CCTV, door access and intruder alarms.
This vast workshop makes for a unique learning experience that combines both practical and theory work in the same exceptional space. In addition, apprentices will benefit from being taught by expert tutors who have years of industry experience.
Fire and Security Technicians design, install, commission and maintain electronic systems in and outside simple and complex premises to protect individuals, homes and properties from risk and danger.
Systems include fire and security systems to detect intrusion, provide surveillance, monitor and control access to buildings, properties and sites or to detect fire and emergencies.
*If you’re reading this as an employer and would like further information, contact us today on 0161 676 4652 or read our handy guide on recruiting an apprentice for your business.
Entry Requirements
English and Maths GCSE's grades 4/C or above or equivalent. Individual employers may have their own higher entry requirements.
Details
On an apprenticeship programme, you will learn and develop a range of knowledge, skills and behaviours.
These include:
- Understand different communication styles, how to communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner and how to adapt communication style to suit different situations
- Understand installation and testing techniques for electrical and electronic components, equipment and control systems for fire and security systems
- Know fundamental principles and quality processes associated with industry/company codes of practices
- Contribute to the application of design, planning, installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, fault diagnosis, service and repair and electrical and electronic techniques on fire and security systems
- Take responsibility for own work and safety and welfare of others
- Operate a range of ICT equipment and systems to store, retrieve, manipulate, transmit or receive digital data
- Positive can-do attitude
- Honesty and integrity
- Dependable and responsible
End Point Assessment:
Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this prior to taking the end-point assessment. The apprentice must complete all elements of the on programme learning to achieve the assessment gateway requirements. The EPA consists of 3 assessment methods:
- Knowledge Test
- Practical Skills Test
- Professional Discussion
Work Experience
As part of the apprenticeship there is a dedicated off the job learning requirement. This is a minimum of 6 hours per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. This could include:
Role Development:
- Observing colleagues
- Receiving mentoring
- Shadowing
- Training
Programme Development:
- Teaching or learning the theory related to their roles
- Coursework
Progression
On completion of this standard, apprentices can progress into a wide range of employment opportunities or further education.
Typical Job Roles: Alarm Installer, Fire and Alarm Engineer, Emergency Systems Installer, Security Systems Engineer
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