The “Level 3 Award in Principles of Telecommunications” study programme, which is designed for those with a technical role in telecoms, leads to a certificate awarded by NCFE, a leading UK Awarding Organisation. PTT takes care of all aspects of trainee administration including supporting trainees in their studies, managing the online assessments, registering participants with the awarding body and applying for certificates for successful participants. Meanwhile you can monitor your staff’s progress through our online learning management system. In a recent inspection by NCFE, all aspects of the programme including management of the programme, the assessment process, quality assurance, and feedback to trainees were judged as “Excellent” by the NCFE verifier. More details of this study programme can be found at www.telecomsqualification.com

PTT’s online course SRD: “Telecoms networks and services” provides a comprehensive introduction to the role, structure and capabilities of modern telecommunications networks and the facilities of telecommunication services offered to residential and business customers.

This interactive course is suitable for technical personnel joining the telecoms sector especially those in an apprenticeship.

The course has recently been revised to include the latest developments affecting telecommunications networks and services. Apart from updated information about topics already covered, new topics include the concept and relevance of “over the top” services, applications of VSAT satellite systems, the future capabilities of 5^th Generation mobile systems and the role of the main components of next generation networks.

The rapid changes affecting the telecoms and ICT sectors is a challenge for those responsible for ensuring staff have the requisite knowledge and skills.

In a recent white paper, PTT’s managing director proposes a holistic approach to providing training, with emphasis on the delivery of courses covering the technological subjects that underpin service provision