Learning & Development Consultant Business Partner

Level 5 Apprenticeship Standard

Learning & Development Consultant Business Partner: THE ROLE

A Level 5 apprenticeship standard defines the role of a Learning and Development Consultant Business Partner, who ensures that learning initiatives enhance workplace performance at all levels. They align learning needs with business goals and act as change agents, influencing stakeholders and making recommendations. Typically, they possess expertise in specific fields and connect their work to the business's strategic priorities while measuring the impact of learning interventions to demonstrate return on investment.

ABOUT THIS APPRENTICESHIP

  • Qualification Topics

    Key Areas of Focus:

    • Adult learning paradigms and theories (e.g., behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, neuroscience)
    • Legislation and policies affecting learning design, including diversity and inclusion
    • Advantages of various learning delivery channels
    • Change management and project management principles
    • Consultancy tools and techniques
    • Organizational vision, mission, values, strategies, and stakeholders
    • HR and KPIs' impact on learning
    • Data management

  • What's Involved

    • On the job skills training
    • Off the job skills training 
    • Level 2 Functional Skills in English & Maths
    • Journal support
    • Project support
    • Planning, Target Setting and Feedback
    • Mock End Point Assessments 
    • End Point Assessment (after at least 8 months and successful completion of the above)
    • Presentation/ Q&A based on the learning journal– 25 min presentation with 35 min Q&A
    • Work based Project with 75 min professional discussion

  • Who Should Pursue This Apprenticeship

    An employee in this role can be found in various organisations private, public, and third sector. They typically collaborate with human resources specialists and may be supported by learning and development administrators or practitioners. The role can be generalist or specialized, focusing on areas such as organisational development or digital learning.

Duration

This Apprenticeship is typically completed in 18 months.

Delivery

Delivered online with remote support from Rewards Training throughout the apprenticeship.

Progression

This apprenticeship provides routes for career growth and progression to further sector specific training.