Technologies, to ensure composites businesses have the training support they need. The agreement, which sees the formation of the Composites Skills Alliance, has been established to develop and maintain the industry-led occupational training delivery standards that support a growing range of composites qualifications and courses.
The Academy, as licensed by the Skills Funding Agency will lead on the delivery of composites technology skills and advise and manage a quality-led provider network. Semta’s will provide strategic leadership on the composites skills needs of employers. The first training providers to deliver accredited training across the UK have been announced as Oxford and Cherwell Valley College, Yeovil College, Southampton City College and Burnley College. The four colleges offer training across aerospace, automotive, marine and motorsport are being assisted by the Academy to develop further courses in line with employers needs. Course development will be informed by an Employer Steering Group which includes representatives from across the key sectors. www.process.nsacademy.co.uk
