West Midlands Combined Authority Funded Gateway to Infrastructure Courses
Delivered by NIS Training
introduction
NIS Training's Gateway to Infrastructure courses are designed to equip individuals with the skills, knowledge, and certifications needed to succeed in the dynamic and growing infrastructure industries, ensuring a skilled workforce for the future.
Overall Benefits of the Gateway to Infrastructure Courses
Comprehensive Training
The courses cover foundational and advanced skills, ensuring participants are well-prepared for various roles in the infrastructure industry.
Career Support
Ongoing support, mentorship, and career guidance help participants transition smoothly into the infrastructure workforce.
Industry Certification
Participants gain essential industry certifications, including the CSCS card, which are crucial for employment in infrastructure.
Funded Opportunities
The West Midlands Combined Authority funds the programme, which makes the courses accessible to a wide range of individuals, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, and provides valuable opportunities for career advancement.
Practical Experience
Hands-on training and real-world experience through site visits and internships enhance learning and job readiness.
Initial Training and Skill Development
Phase 1
Course Components:
1. Health and Safety in Infrastructure:
- Understanding health and safety regulations
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
- Safe working practices and hazard identification
- Basic first aid and emergency procedures
2. Introduction to Infrastructure Skills:
- Rail awareness
- Basic civil engineering skills
- Small plant and tools
3. Workplace Readiness:
- Effective communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration in an infrastructure setting
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Time management and organisational skills
4. CSCS Card Preparation:
- Effective communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration in an infrastructure setting
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Time management and organisational skills
Duration:
3-4 Weeks
Description
Phase 1 of the Gateway to Infrastructure courses focuses on providing foundational training and essential skills development for individuals seeking to enter the infrastructure industry. This phase is designed to equip participants with the basic knowledge and practical skills necessary to start a career in infrastructure. The training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical experience.
Benefits:
- Provides a strong foundation in essential infrastructure skills
- Enhances understanding of health and safety protocols.
- Prepares participants for obtaining a CSCS card, which is essential for working on infrastructure sites.
- Builds confidence and readiness for entry-level infrastructure roles.
Advanced Training and Specialisation
Phase 2
Course Components:
1. Advanced Skills for Infrastructure:
- Rail track maintenance, including safety-critical training
- Construction plant competencies
- General groundwork operations
- New Roads and Street works
2. Specialisation Options:
- Participants can choose to specialise in a specific trade, such as:
- Rail track maintenance operative
- Construction plant operative
- General groundwork operative
- New Roads and Street works operative
- Site management and supervision
3. Industry Certifications:
- Training and assessment for industry-recognised certifications relevant to the chosen specialisation
- Guidance on certification exams and practical assessments
- Support in obtaining necessary qualifications for advanced roles in infrastructure
4. Real-World Experience:
- Site visits to active infrastructure projects
- Internships and work placements with local infrastructure companies
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced industry professionals
- Practical experience in real-world infrastructure settings
Duration:
4 Weeks
Description
Phase 2 of the Gateway to Infrastructure courses focuses on advanced training and specialisation, allowing participants to develop expertise in specific infrastructure areas. This phase builds on the foundational skills acquired in Phase 1 and provides more in-depth training in specialised infrastructure trades. The training includes advanced classroom instruction, practical workshops, and real-world experience through site visits and internships.
Benefits:
- Provides advanced training and specialisation in specific infrastructure trades.
- Enhances employability and career prospects in the infrastructure industry.
- Offers industry-recognised certifications and qualifications.
- Provides valuable real-world experience and networking opportunities.
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NIS Training has successfully supported numerous individuals and companies in achieving their training and development goals. Testimonials from satisfied learners and employers highlight the effectiveness of the training programmes, the quality of instruction, and the positive impact on career development and workplace safety.
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