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Science technician Review

at LMP Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Teaching

London

Review Submitted: May 2022

Overall Rating

4.7 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As a technician my role consisted of the general maintance of equipment, preprooms, labs and chemicals for the science department. Coupled with this I was also responsible for helping the science department order equipment, chemicals and set up practical experiments on a weekly basis.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoyed the programme as I was able to get the support and training needed. I had weekly visits from my tutor who was very friendly and approachable. The tasks developed my knowledge knowledge gave me the skill required to successfully work as a technician.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt how to be organised and proqctive in my work. I have also been able to learn valuable skills and knowledge needed while in the job role. From the apprenticeship I have been able to learn about important legislations with developing great practical skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The apprenticeship was well organised with work regularly uploaded online. The feedback was regular with improvements which were needed to achieve a good understanding. From the programme I was able to build a detailed portfolio with all evidence of my work. The work was easy to follow.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I received excellent support which made me feel highly valued and important. I was sent on courses, had weekly meeting and was shown how to use equipment and carryout different techniques.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I received good support from my trainer with access to all learning materials online. I got had regular visits and was assigned a tutor who was able to give me all the support to guide me through the apprenticeship
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has provided me with a solid foundation and good background to handle a range of situations within the work place. I have a good level of background knowledge to deal with running a prep room and using chemicals.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I got involved in a dissection club.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend LMP Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very good provider which provides you with all the support required and needed to get your qualification.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to LMP Group?
Complete work which has been set early to gain good knowledge of the subjects.
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