Level 2 Nuclear Apprenticeships
At MTC Training and OAS, we understand the critical need for skilled professionals in the nuclear sector. Our nuclear apprenticeships are designed to equip your workforce with the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to thrive in this vital industry.
Our Level 2 Nuclear Apprenticeships builds on a strong foundation of traditional skills overlaid with themes of emerging technologies, equipping apprentices for a rapidly developing nuclear sector. The programme enables both your new and existing employees to progress their careers by developing into multi-skilled engineers through process ownership.
During their fourteen-month apprenticeship, learners will spend most of their time on-site with your business and will travel to the Oxfordshire Advanced Skills (OAS) training centre for additional training on a block release model. During this time, they will have one-to-one support from an industry expert, gaining the confidence, skills, and knowledge to carry out their work safely while helping you to optimise your business’s operations.
Level 2 Nuclear Operative
This course is designed to equip apprentices with the skills and knowledge required to become proficient Health Physics Monitors. It includes comprehensive training in radiological and contamination control, monitoring, and safety procedures.
- Name: Level 2 Nuclear Operative (ST0291)
- Duration: 14 months + End Point Assessment (EPA)
- Delivery: Block release at OAS training centre with workplace coaching
- Cost: £15,000 (Levy support and UKAEA funding available)
Key Skills
- Nuclear Legislative and Regulatory Procedures
- Radiological and Contamination Control Measures
- Support for Facility and Site Contingency Plans
- Safe Systems of Working on Plant Equipment
- Radiological Protection Monitoring Duties
- Review of Technical Data and Documentation
- Safe Operations of Minor Maintenance Activities
- Surveillance Activities on Plant Equipment
- Response to Abnormalities in Plant Operations
- Operation of Equipment to Move and Lift Loads
- Isolation and Reinstatement of Plant Equipment
- Deployment of Bespoke Equipment for Nuclear Operations
- Preparation of Nuclear Waste for Disposal
- Handling, Disposal, and Storage of Radiological Materials
- Waste Categorisation in a Nuclear Environment
- Resolution and Reporting of Nuclear Facilities Issues
- Reporting and Supporting Work Progress
- Participation in Continuous Improvement Activities
Learning Outcomes
- Compliance with health and safety regulations
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Radiological measurement and protection
- Technical documentation interpretation
- Minor maintenance and plant equipment operations
- Problem-solving and team working skills
- Communication and documentation skills
Level 2 Nuclear Health Physics Monitor
This course is designed to equip apprentices with the skills and knowledge required to become proficient Health Physics Monitors. It includes comprehensive training in radiological and contamination control, monitoring, and safety procedures.
- Name: Level 2 Health Physics Monitor
- Duration: 14 months
- Delivery: Block release at the Oxfordshire Advanced Skills (OAS) training centre
- Cost: £13,000 (Levy support and UKAEA funding available)
Key Skills
- Radiological and Contamination Control Measures
- Monitoring Surface and Airborne Contamination
- Ionising Radiation and Contamination Surveys
- Monitoring Personnel Activities
- Radiological Barrier Integrity Checks
- Testing Monitors and Detectors
- Monitoring Waste and Equipment
- Documenting Monitoring Survey Results
- Decontamination Support
- Accounting for Radioactive Sources and Materials
- Monitoring During Radiation Incidents
- Supporting Contingency Plans
- Producing Radiological Protection Information
- Providing Information on Radiological Hazards
- Directing Colleagues on Radiation Protection
Learning Outcomes
- Compliance with health and safety regulations
- Use of radiological protection monitoring instruments
- Conducting functional tests and numerical calculations for radiological data
- Emergency response and contingency planning
- Effective communication and documentation skills
Benefits to employer
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Ensure your workforce gains the specific knowledge and skills needed in the nuclear sector.
- Career Progression: Opportunities for tailored personal development plans and future upskilling.
- Expert Support: Access to subject matter experts and high-quality learning materials.
- Sustainable Future: Contribute to the development of a skilled workforce that supports the UK's strategic growth sectors.
Why partner with OAS for your nuclear apprenticeship needs?
Industry Collaboration: We work closely with leading organisations such as Nuclear Restoration Services (NRS) and UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) to deliver customised apprenticeship programmes that meet the specific needs of the nuclear sector.
Comprehensive Training: Our programmes encompass a wide range of skills, from nuclear operations to health physics monitoring and engineering maintenance. We ensure our apprentices receive high-quality, consistent training that equips them for real-world challenges.
Future-Ready Workforce: With the nuclear sector poised for significant growth, our apprenticeships are designed to provide transferable skills that ensure long-term employment opportunities in the industry.
Funding
The Apprenticeship Levy means all UK employers with a payroll of more than £3 million per year are required to invest 0.5% of their annual salary bill into apprenticeships.
If you are a levy-paying employer, we can support you to maximise the return on your investment by using your levy to fund high-class training for your apprentices with OAS MTC Training.
If you have exhausted your Apprenticeship Levy, you can enter a co-investment agreement where you can still benefit from industry-leading apprenticeships with just a 5% contribution towards the training costs.
Funding for SMEs
If you are an SME that does not have to pay the levy, we can help you to cover the cost of your apprentice’s training through the Lloyds Bank Transfer Fund.
Set up by our partner Lloyds Bank, the fund is designed to help SMEs take on apprentices by covering the entire cost of training an apprentice with MTC Training.
Contact us to learn more about how we can help your business fund this apprenticeship and others.