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Train'd Up has the highest quality provision of any engineering training provider in the UK, and has now been approved to deliver the following standalone apprenticeship units which are fully funded for both levy and non-levy employers:

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Mechanical Fitting and Assembly

 This apprenticeship unit is for existing employed engineering operatives and technicians who, with the support of their employer, need to upskill in mechanical fitting and assembly fundamentals. 

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Electrical Fitting and Assembly

  This apprenticeship unit is for existing employed engineering operatives and technicians who, with the support of their employer, need to upskill in electrical fitting and assembly fundamentals.  

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These are fully funded and last for 70 hours, so provide flexible and short term training options beyond typical full apprenticeship standards. These may be useful for such examples as cross-training otherwise technically skilled staff in new areas, supporting inductions for new members of staff, or generally increasing workforce skills and capacity.
 
 "Units are for employed learners aged 19 and over, where their employer has identified that they need to upskill quickly to respond to emerging skills gaps and to support business growth and productivity." - Skills England, 2026
 

Approved to deliver standalone apprenticeship units in engineering

Flexible Training, Short Term Committment

Access targeted training for specific engineering competencies without committing to a full apprenticeship programme, ideal for project-based workloads.

Rapid Skills Development for Immediate Impact

Deliver shorter, focused training programmes that enable faster skills development and quicker impact on productivity in your engineering operations.

Maximise Levy Funding Before Expiry

Use standalone units to fully utilise your apprenticeship levy funding before it expires, ensuring no training budget is left unused.

Discover Train'd Up's Standalone Apprenticeship Units

We provide flexible training solutions tailored to engineering employers' workforce development needs

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Targeted engineering skills development

Focused training in electrical fitting and mechanical assembly aligned to occupational standards

Flexible training delivery models

Access individual apprenticeship components without committing to full multi-year programmes

Employer progress reporting

Regular updates on apprentice progress to support workforce planning and compliance

Optimised levy funding use

Utilise levy funds before expiry with shorter, focused training interventions

Hybrid learning approach

Combine online learning with practical experience to minimise operational disruption

Year-round enrolment flexibility

Roll-on enrolment dates throughout the year to align with your recruitment schedule

Clear progression routes

Use standalone units as stepping stones into full apprenticeship pathways

Proven national training expertise

Approved provider with over two decades' experience supporting engineering employers nationwide

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Rapid Skills Development for Engineering Teams

Our standalone units in Electrical and Mechanical Fitting deliver focused skills training in weeks, not years, enabling you to address critical workforce gaps quickly.

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Maximise Levy Funding and Workforce Productivity

Standalone units help you maximise your apprenticeship levy before it expires, delivering targeted training that directly improves workforce productivity and operational efficiency.

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Build Clear Pathways into Full Apprenticeships

Standalone units integrate seamlessly into your existing apprenticeship strategy, creating clear progression pathways from targeted upskilling to full qualifications and long-term talent development.

Frequently asked questions

What are standalone apprenticeship units?

Standalone apprenticeship units are individual components of an apprenticeship standard that can be delivered independently without enrolling a learner onto a full apprenticeship programme. They enable employers to access funded training for specific knowledge, skills, and behaviours aligned to occupational standards.

How can standalone units benefit engineering employers?

Standalone units provide flexible, targeted training for specific skills without long-term commitment. They enable faster skills development, help maximise apprenticeship levy funding before it expires, and support workforce upskilling in critical areas such as mechanical fitting, electrical assembly, and maintenance engineering.

Is Train'd Up approved to deliver standalone units?

Yes, Train'd Up has full approval to deliver standalone apprenticeship units in Electrical Fitting and Assembly, and Mechanical Fitting and Assembly. Once apprenticeship funding for standalone units is fully confirmed, we will provide updates on programme availability, delivery timelines, and employer engagement opportunities.

How do levy funding rules affect standalone units?

Under current rules, apprenticeship levy funds expire within 12 months. Standalone units provide a practical way to utilise available levy funding before expiry, particularly for employers seeking short-term, targeted training rather than full apprenticeship programmes. We recommend reviewing your levy balance and expiry timelines regularly.

How should employers prepare for standalone apprenticeship units?

To prepare, conduct a skills gap analysis to identify workforce needs, review your apprenticeship levy funds and expiry timelines, build a workforce development plan incorporating standalone units, and engage with approved training providers early. Train'd Up can help shape programmes aligned to your specific business requirements.