Introduction
The Gateway Review in Bud intended to be held before a learner enters End-Point Assessment (EPA). It ensures all minimum requirements are met and that the learner, trainer, and employer agree the learner is ready for EPA gateway. This review includes predefined questions to validate readiness, covering aspects like occupational competence, off-the-job training hours and any shortfall, and employment status during EPA the window.
These questions have been developed in partnership with Buds Customer Advisory Board and cannot be customised.
Trainer Questions
These questions will be presented to the Training Provider user, and can only be answered by them.
| Question | Data Type | Dependent answer | Dependent question |
| Does the Learner consistently demonstrate occupational competence against the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours of the apprenticeship? | Boolean | ||
| During today's review, what preparation for EPA has been completed and what IAG provided? | Text | ||
| Have all the mandatory requirements to enter EPA been met and reflected in the Gateway Ready-Checklist? | Boolean | No | If not, why? |
| Has the Learner met the the original planned off-the-job hours? | Boolean | No | Confirm the original planned off-the-job hours |
| Has the Learner met the the original planned off-the-job hours? | Boolean | No | Confirm the actual volume of delivered off-the-job hours |
| Has the Learner met the the original planned off-the-job hours? | Boolean | No | Confirm they have met the minimum duration and the minimum off-the-job hours required for their time on Programme |
| Has the Learner met the the original planned off-the-job hours? | Boolean | No | Detail the reason for less off-the-job hours being delivered |
| What date did the final learning activity take place? | Text | ||
| Do you agree the Learner is ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | What needs to be done for the Learner to be ready for EPA? |
| Do you have any other comments regarding this Learner going into EPA? | Text | ||
| After completion, what do you expect to see from this Learner next? (Progression) | Text |
Learner Questions
These questions will be presented to the Learner, and can be answered by the Learner and Training Provider user.
| Question | Data Type | Dependent answer | Dependent question |
| Do you feel ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | What do you think you need to be ready? |
| Do you feel ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | Is there any support you need to be ready? |
| Do you know and understand what your EPA will involve? Can you describe your assessments, EPA duration, expectations and possible grades? | Text | ||
| Do you know who to contact during EPA if you need any information, advice or guidance? | Text | ||
| Do you have any other comments about EPA? | Text | ||
| What do you intend to do after completion of your EPA? For example progress onto the next level programme | Text | ||
| Are you employed until the end of your expected EPA completion date? | Boolean |
Employer Questions
These questions will be presented to the Employer, and can be answered by the Employer and Training Provider user.
| Question | Data Type | Dependent answer | Dependent question |
| Is this Learner ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | What does this Learner need to do to be ready? |
| Is this Learner ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | What can the we do to support them being ready? |
| Is this Learner ready for EPA? | Boolean | No | What can you do to support them being ready? |
| Do you have any other comments regarding this Learner going into EPA? | Text | ||
| After completion, what do you expect to see from this Learner next? (Progression) | Text |
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