Higher Apprenticeship in Information and Guidance – Advice and Guidance

Employment Liaison Officer, Senior Project Worker/Co-ordinator
managing mediation and coordinating multi-agency support, while preparing for supervisory or managerial roles.

Course Details

  • Duration: Typically 18 months
  • Delivery: Work-based learning, supported reflection, and one-to-one tutor guidance
  • Who Is It For

  • Professionals in mid-level advice or support roles seeking progression
  • Individuals supporting complex client needs across employment, housing, family or community services
  • Staff ready to supervise others or coordinate multi-agency input
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    What You Will Learn

  • Delivering Complex Advice and Guidance: Provide tailored, accurate advice to clients in line with professional standards and ethical frameworks.
  • Client Relationship and Caseload Management: Build and maintain relationships with clients, manage personal caseloads, and ensure continuity of service.
  • Mediation and Conflict Resolution: Support and manage mediation processes with clients and stakeholders where appropriate.
  • Networking and Inter-Agency Collaboration: Work effectively with associated services and refer clients to external support where needed.
  • Support for Other Practitioners: Offer peer support, guidance, and contribute to professional practice within your organisation.
  • Essential Skills in Communication, Numeracy and Digital Literacy: Develop workplace-ready skills through the completion of Essential Skills Wales qualifications.
  • Career Progression

  • Advance into management roles such as IAG Team Leader, Service Manager, or Specialist Advisor
  • Progress to Level 5 qualifications in Leadership, Careers Guidance, or Social Work Expand your practice in education, youth work, criminal justice, or health and wellbeing services