Customer Service Specialist

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Customer facing roles in a range of businesses and environments

Our Customer services specialist apprenticeship programme prepares learners to resolve a range of complex and ongoing customer problems

Customer Service Specialist

Apprenticeship Overview

Who the Programme is for?

Qualification

Level 3 Customer Service Apprenticeship

Delivery

Online pre-learning, face to face and online workshops, coaching sessions and progress reviews

Start Dates

Programmes are delivered on demand starting at many points through the year

Assesssment

Apprentices are assessed against Knowledge, Skills & Behaviour criteria throughout the programme. Leading to independent End Point Assessment

Cost

The cost of this programme is covered through the apprenticeship levy. Employers that do not pay into the levy may pay just 5% of the funding value

Customer Service Specialist

Why choose MetaGedu Apprenticeship?

Skill for the future

Dealing with complex and technical requests, acting as an escalation point for complex customer issues

Creating expert in your space

Specifically designed for your business, apprentices become highly competent experts whilst working towards a recognised qualification

Preparing for future career paths

Next steps could include Team Leader/ Supervisor and HR Support

Elevate Your Workforce with MetaGedu

  • Programmes created specifically for your business needs.
  • The option of face-to-face delivery and reviews.
  • Grow your own talent with apprenticeships for career starters.
  • Succession plan with apprenticeships designed to upskill your existing staff.

FAQs

The Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship is a structured training programme that combines theoretical learning with hands-on workplace experience. Apprentices will gain the skills needed to provide exceptional customer service, deal with complex customer issues, and improve internal processes. This apprenticeship covers a variety of essential customer service skills to enhance both customer satisfaction and business performance.

No – Apprenticeship training is available to both new recruits and existing staff to enhance their skills and performance. Employees aged 16 and over can access the training.

Levy paying employers will pay the full cost of the agreed funding band using their Digital Apprenticeship account.
 
For new starts from 1st April 2024, employers who do not pay the levy, the government will fully fund apprenticeship training costs, up to the funding band maximum for apprentices who at the start of their apprenticeship training are aged between:
 
•16 and 21 years old (or 15 years of age if the apprentice’s 16th birthday is between the last Friday of June and 31 August)
 
•22 and 24 years old and have either an education, health and care plan (EHCP) provided by their local authority or have been in the care of their local authority and their employer has fewer than 50 employees.
 
Non-levy paying employers taking on an apprentice who does not meet the above age and eligibility criteria will be required to pay the 5% co-investment fee.

Skills shortages and staff retention continue to be major challenges for UK businesses. Apprenticeships provide a cost-effective solution for businesses in all industries to attract new talent and invest in workforce development. By training staff with the right skills, employees can take on a broader range of tasks and new responsibilities. This helps address skill shortages, reduce staff turnover, enhance customer experience and boost productivity.

The Customer Service Specialist Apprenticeship focuses on essential skills such as:
 
 
-Develop Self
-Organisations
– Communication & Interpersonal Skills
– Dealing with Complex Issues
– Teamwork & Leadership
– Improving Process
& Procedures

A Customer Service apprentice can significantly enhance your business by improving customer satisfaction and resolving complex issues effectively. They are trained to handle challenging customer situations, ensuring loyalty and retention through emotional intelligence and active listening. Their understanding of customer needs and expectations allows them to deliver tailored solutions, improving the overall customer experience. Additionally, apprentices contribute to team collaboration, coaching colleagues, and helping streamline processes for continuous improvement. Their ability to use data for decision-making and process enhancement can lead to more efficient operations and better customer outcomes, ultimately supporting business growth.

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