Why Choose EFI Awards?
SUPPORTIVE & RESPONSIVE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
You will have your own dedicated account manager who will respond in 24 hours of any query and support you every step of the EPA journey
INDUSTRY EXPERTISE & HIGH-QUALITY ASSESSMENT
We recruit industry experts and qualified assessors, who are all trained, standardised and quality assured to ensure high standards of assessment are consistently achieved
NO REGISTRATION FEES & COMPETITIVE PRICES
Our prices are transparent and competitive. Discounts are available for larger cohorts and when working across multiple standards
EXCELLENT RESOURCES
We have developed apprentice and training provider/employer guides that are clear and help to effectively prepare apprentices for their end point assessment
EFFICIENT GATEWAY & RESULTING PROCESS
Our flexible and responsive approach means that as soon as an apprentice is ready to be assessed, we will get them booked in straight away. Our average results timeframe from the final assessment is 6 working days
EASY-TO-USE EPA SYSTEM
We use an ‘all-in-one place’ EPA system that is designed for ease of use and to reduce administrative burden on training providers and employers
YOUR END-POINT ASSESSMENT JOURNEY WITH EFI AWARDS
STAGE 1:
INITIAL SUPPORT & GUIDANCE
Your dedicated account manager will help you get set up, explaining the process and how to use our EPA system and guidance documents.
We work collaboratively with you to agree on a bespoke and flexible approach to your apprentices’ end point assessments
STAGE 2:
GATEWAY & PLANNING
Gateway is what is known as the point apprentices have completed their training and work experience, and are ready for their end-point assessment process.
Once Gateway is signed off, all our apprentices have the opportunity to meet their Independent End-Point Assessor ahead of the scheduled assessments so that they feel more comfortable. All bookings are visible within the easy-to-use EPA management system.
STAGE 3:
ASSESSMENTS TAKE PLACE
Assessment activities take place with our team of expert Independent End-Point Assessors. We provide guidance documents to apprentices and centres/employers, so everyone knows what to expect and how to prepare for end point assessment.
Most assessments take place remotely, but face-to-face is an option if preferred. Once assessments are complete and quality assured, results are made available to the apprentice, employer and training provider. We aim to have these back to you no later than 6 working days after the final assessment.
STAGE 4:
FEEDBACK, RESULTS & CERTIFICATION
Along with the overall result, apprentices receive detailed individualised feedback that highlights what went well and what could be improved.
Once the apprentice receives their certificate, we celebrate their success with you and look to collaborate on how we can be even better next time.
By industry, for industry
EFI Awards enables industry to invest in its own future by choosing an End-Point Assessment Organisation dedicated to inspiring and developing the next generation of talent.
The idea is simple: recent reforms mean that all apprenticeships require end-point assessment, with most paid for through the apprenticeship levy. Presently, a range of organisations provide end-point assessment services meaning money leaves the sector. By choosing EFI Awards, you will re-direct this funding to develop the next generation of talent while helping to build critical skills infrastructure for the long term benefit of your industry.
We have been created by, and are governed by, leading industry practitioners who co-develop our service and approach.
The team’s proactive initial planning meetings, and 1-2-1 sessions with the apprentices, helped to bring all parties together and put them at ease.
Head of Apprenticeships
Training Provider
The feedback was very detailed and thorough – our apprentices knew exactly where they stood.
Head of Apprenticeships
Training Provider
I found the on-boarding experience very supportive – it was refreshing that it catered to my needs rather than a centralised ‘induction’.
Independent Assessor
Staff are very supportive. In an environment where things are increasingly remote, I have not felt alone.
Independent Assessor
Everything was just hassle-free and dates were easily organised through one planning session
Apprentice
Shazy was absolutely brilliant during my end-point assessment. She was very helpful, and also really put me at ease which was great.
Apprentice