EPA - Train Driver (Level 3) Apprenticeship
End-Point Assessment Services
Rail Professional Development (RPD) is an Ofqual-approved End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) offering expert assessments for the Train Driver (Level 3) apprenticeship (ST0645). With over 30 years of experience in rail consultancy and training, RPD provides high-quality, cost-efficient services, supported by experienced assessors and robust policies. Their focus on fairness, reliability, and customer service ensures apprentices meet nationally recognised standards while maximizing value for employers and training providers.
Rail Professional Development (RPD) provides expert End-Point Assessment (EPA) services for the Train Driver (Level 3) apprenticeship (ST0645), solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the rail industry. Recognised as an Ofqual-approved End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO), RPD ensures that apprentices are rigorously and fairly evaluated to meet nationally recognised occupational standards. Their service is supported by a team of highly experienced assessors who are licensed train drivers with hands-on operational expertise. These assessors undergo continuous professional development to stay updated with the latest quality standards, guaranteeing current and credible assessments.
RPD’s EPA services stand out for their streamlined and cost-efficient delivery methods, designed to provide maximum value to training providers and employers. They offer comprehensive support throughout the assessment process, including dedicated advice, high-quality resources, and accessible policies that uphold fairness and inclusivity, such as equality, diversity, and reasonable adjustment policies.
As a company with over 30 years of experience in rail consultancy and training, RPD combines practical industry knowledge with innovative solutions. Their approach ensures that apprentices are prepared to pass assessments and equipped with the skills needed to excel in the workplace. Employers benefit from RPD’s commitment to reliability, professionalism, and exceptional customer service, making their EPA services an essential component of apprenticeship success in the railway sector.
1.Assessment Framework:
- The assessment follows the Train Driver (Level 3) End-Point Assessment Plan (ST0645), which specifies methods and a minimum 12-month period to the Employer Gateway for readiness evaluation.
2. Qualified Assessors:
- All assessors are licensed, experienced train drivers with ongoing operational competence through active engagement with train and freight organisations.
- They undergo a rigorous selection process, formal training, and continuous professional development to meet the latest industry and quality standards.
3. Policies Supporting Fairness and Integrity:
- RPD ensures a robust and ethical assessment process through key policies, including:
- Complaints/Appeals Policy.
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Equality & Diversity Policy.
- Malpractice/Maladministration Policy.
- Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Policy.
4. Cost-Efficiency:
- Services are priced below the maximum funding allowance, offering value to employers and training providers while maximising apprenticeship levy returns.
5. Resources and Platforms:
- High-quality materials and tools, such as the Assure and EPA booking site, support apprentices and employers throughout the process.
These specifications reflect RPD’s commitment to providing reliable, accessible, professional assessment services tailored to the railway sector.
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We became a registered End-Point Assessment Organisation in 2019, our End-Point Assessment service provides an expert and independent service for the Train Driving (Level 3) Apprenticeship (ST0645)
As a leading Railway consultancy organisation, we have been operating for nearly 30 years and have provided unrivalled expertise within our field. We provide innovative, simple and cost-efficient solutions for competence management and assessment related activities to the rail industry.
Why Choose our service
Offering End-Point Assessments to the rail industry is our commitment to supporting and recognising the value of apprenticeships in the UK, we are extremely proud of this. We provide a first class and robust End-Point Assessment service by using simple, efficient, and effective methods of EPA delivery. We can offer cost neutral solutions with the added value of knowing that our people are industry professionals with a thorough knowledge of Railway Operations.
Below are just a few reasons why you should choose RPD as your EPAO
Quality
- Receive High quality resources and materials that support you through the entire EPA process (Assure and EPA booking site).
- High quality Assessors who hold a Train Driving Licence and Complimentary certificate.
Support
- Receive dedicated support and advice from our team who are always on hand.
Expertise
- Benefit from our significant and long-standing expertise in the sector
- Receive a high level of service from experienced industry Assessors who will ensure that your apprentices meet both nationally recognised and occupational standards.
What is involved with the EPA?
Each apprenticeship standard has its own assessment plan, which specifies the assessment methods that must be used
EPA Policies and useful links
Please select from the list of EPA policies below:
How do I know if my apprentice is ready?
A formal review between the employer, apprentice and the training provider will take place at the Employer Gateway stage.
Train Driver (Level3) End-Point Assessment plan (ST0645) states the minimum period to gateway is 12 months.
How do I know your assessors are a high quality?
All of our Assessors are highly experienced and operationally competent as Train Drivers, they maintain their competence with Train and Freight Organisations and also assess Train Drivers within the UK.
Each Assessor has undergone a rigorous selection process and completed training in order to deliver an End-Point Assessment. We also invest in each of the Assessors ‘Continual Professional Development ‘(CPD), to ensure that each Assessors’ knowledge is up to date with the latest quality standards.
