Warehousing & Distribution Qualifications

Bdts Ltd offer a range of programmes to suit all ability levels and age ranges. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, our trained staff will guide you towards the right programme for you.
Listed below are some of the qualifications on offer and a brief explanation of what they involve.

Warehousing & Distribution - Apprenticeship:

Based in a wholesalers or warehouse you will attend BDTS for theory and practical training working towards achieving NVQ Level 2 and Functional / Key Skills in Maths and English, Improving own Learning and Working with Others. (Learners with maths and English Grades A-C will be exempt from Functional Skills number and communication)
We will support you in finding an employer if you do not have one when you apply to us.
The apprenticeship will give you the skills to work within the industry dealing with products, handling goods safely and stock control . The programme lasts for up to 15 months. Learners will earn at least the minimum apprentice wage of £2.50 per hour (employed status).

Warehousing & Distribution - Advanced Apprenticeship:

Many learners will progress from a Level 2 Apprenticeship to an Advanced Apprenticeship, either directly or as their level of responsibility increases. At Advanced Level you will work towards NVQ Level 3 in Distribution and Warehousing and Functional / Key Skills in Maths and English at Level 2. (Learners with maths and English Grades A-C within the last 5 years will be exempt from Functional Skills). You will attend workshops at BDTS covering both theory and practical skills. Advanced Apprentices must be employed status

Warehousing & Distribution - Train to Gain:

Train to Gain programme gives employed people the opportunity to upgrade or accredit their existing skills by achieving NVQ Level 2 and, in some instances Level 3. You will be supported by one of our skilled assessors and all facilities at the training centre will be available to you. Assessment and support will normally be delivered in your workplace.

Foundation Learning (FL):

Entry to Employment gives you the skills to get a job, ideally as an apprentice, or move on to college. Foundation Learning (FL) gives support to improve work skills and maths and english if needed. It looks at your training needs and will build your confidence and ability to start your career. You will work towards units of Level 1 NVQ or an equivalent qualification and the course lasts up to 20 weeks.

NVQs:

National Vocational Qualifications are work based qualifications which prove that a person has the skills, knowledge and understanding to do their job well. They are nationally recognised which means employers across Britain accept them as formal qualifications, and they are required to work in some industries. They are also accepted by colleges as meeting entrance requirements at various levels. NVQs are available at Levels 1,2,3,& 4.

Functional / Key Skills:

Functional / Key Skills show your ability to perform across a range of subject areas, they are an integral part of Apprenticeship programmes in number and communication and are also available in personal skill areas such as ‘working with others’.

Technical Certificates:

‘Tech Certs’ show you have the knowledge required to perform within your job role and are a nationally recognised qualification linked to your industry.