Initial Assessments FAQ

Your Initial Assessments

Initial assessments are two short English and maths assessments to be completed by everyone enrolling onto an Apprenticeship. You will be directed to another platform to complete the assessments.

Why do I need to complete initial assessments in maths and English?

Everyone enrolling onto an Apprenticeship must complete initial assessments in maths and English as they are an integral part of your apprenticeship programme. English and maths skills will be required for your professional development and will be applied throughout your learning through to end point assessment.

Your initial assessments results will help us establish your confidence level with maths and English, helping us to tailor your training plan, highlighting specific areas of support so we can assist you in achieving your career progression goals.

How long will it take?

Each assessment takes approximately 20 mins to complete. You can complete on a mobile or a computer. We would advise you complete without any distractions and ensure you complete yourself, so we can understand your confidence levels and allow the right levels of support.

When do I need to complete?

There is no time like the present! You will need to complete initial assessments before we can progress your enrolment and put you onto the next stage. Our top tip is that you eliminate distractions and just get it done. Don’t overthink it, or worry about it, remember these assessments are to establish your current level of confidence, so we can support you effectively.

Do I need to complete initial assessments if I am exempt from completing functional skills?

Yes, English and maths are an integral part of any apprenticeship therefore to support you effectively we need to understand your level of confidence in these subjects.

If you have achieved a grade C/4 or above at GCSE, or already completed a Functional Skills level 2, you won’t need to complete Functional Skills as part of your apprenticeship. However, English and maths are core skills required throughout your programme and career development, so initial assessments outcomes are required.