The Polymer Processing Operations Apprenticeship Framework provides work based training for young people and adults to undertake key technical and operational roles in the Polymer Processing Industries.

There are two levels of Apprenticeship contained in this framework:

• The Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2) in Polymer Processing Operations (Usually takes 12 months to complete)
• The Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Polymer Processing Operations (Usually takes 24 to 36 months to complete)

The framework contains details of vocational qualifications, knowledge based technical qualifications, Essential Skills (Communication, Application of Number, ICT/Digital Literacy) required for an apprenticeship in Polymer Processing Operations.

Apprentices undertake training on-the-job at their workplace and off-the-job usually delivered by a local training provider or Further Education College.