Qualifications

Protech provide NVQ, ILM and OCN qualifications. Qualifications are important for benchmarking training across the organisation and also for an individual’s career path.

The Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) - www.i-l-m.com

ILM provides professional membership for managers keen to develop their talents and is also the UK's leading body for management and leadership qualifications.

With 20,000 members, ILM membership is designed to ensure leaders and managers develop their professional skills through recognition, specialist information on leadership and networking with other talented individuals. Managers at all levels have joined ILM to get the support they need to advance in effective management.

National Open College Network (NOCN) - www.ocner.org.uk

National Open College Network (NOCN) is the leading credit-based Awarding Body in the UK, offering high quality, flexible, credit-based qualifications and is accredited by the Regulatory Authorities in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) - www.ocr.org.uk

NVQs are work based awards in England, Wales and Northern Ireland that are achieved through assessment and training.

To achieve an NVQ, candidates must prove that they have the ability (competence) to carry out their job to the required standard. NVQs are based on 'National Occupational Standards' that describe the 'competencies' expected in any given job role. Typically, candidates will work towards an NVQ that reflects their role in a paid or voluntary position. For example someone working in an admin office role may take an NVQ in Business and Administration.

There are five levels of NVQ ranging from Level 1, which focuses on basic work activities, to Level 5 for senior management.