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Level 2 Trade Business Services

Foundation Apprenticeship

The Level 2 Trade Business Services apprenticeship has been designed with employers in Wales to provide the skills and knowledge to operate in a trade business services role. Building business to business relationships and ensuring a smooth client experience from the initial contact through to the successful completion and invoicing for the goods and services provided.

Who is the apprenticeship for?

  • Ideal for apprentices beginning a fast-paced career in a trade business services role.
  • Perfect for employees looking to upskill for roles within a trade business environment .
  • Accredited qualification for current employees to validate their experience in providing trade business services.

Accelerate Your Career Growth: With the Level 2 Certificate in Trade Business Services, apprentices will fast-track their career by gaining invaluable hands-on experience alongside theoretical knowledge. Apprentices will be prepared to make significant contributions to their organisations, driving forward positive change while advancing their career in trade business services.

Industry-Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion of this programme, apprentices will earn a prestigious industry-recognised certification, providing them with a competitive edge in the job market. Employer’s value the skills and expertise gained through this apprenticeship, opening doors to exciting opportunities.

Practical and Real-World Learning: Our programme emphasises practical, real-world learning. Apprentices will practice skills and be able to apply within their workplace, collaborating with experienced colleagues who will guide them through every step of the process.

Tailored Curriculum: Our comprehensive curriculum is tailored to meet the evolving demands of the trade business services sector. This programme offers a robust curriculum designed to equip apprentices with the necessary skills to equip them to deal with customers in a trade business environment.

Experienced and Knowledgeable Advisors: Throughout the apprenticeship, apprentices will have access to a network of experienced advisors who will provide guidance, support, and feedback. They will learn from industry experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

This apprenticeship is made up of a combination of mandatory units and optional units. We will work with you to decide which optional modules are most suited to you and your job role.

Units include:

  • Understanding How to Deliver Customer Relationships in Trade Business Services
  • Health and Safety Awareness in a Working Environment
  • Understanding the use of Email in Business to Business Communication
  • Understanding how to Manage Stock for Customer Orders in Business to business Services
  • Understanding Sales Function for Business to Business Services
  • Understanding the use of Telephone Communications for Business to Business Services
  • Understanding the use of IT Software for Targeting Customers in Business to Business Services
  • Sales Operations

and many more.

  • Typical duration of 15 months.
  • Induction session for apprentices and for their line managers.
  • Supported by self-study online resources.
  • One to One tutor coaching and assessment support sessions
  • 4 Essential skills assessment days. (2 Preparation Day and 2 Live Task Day)
  • 2 hour long essential skills confirmatory tests.

Essential Skills activities are not applicable to apprentices with exemptions.

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Trade Business Services
  • Level 2 Certificate in Trade Business Service
  • Level 1 Essential Skills Application of Number
  • Level 1 Essential Skills Communication

Essential skills may not be applicable where apprentices can show an exemption