This two day accredited course empowers apprentices to innovate, influence, and inspire change in their workplace. Free for GM Apprentices.
The Greater Manchester Innovation Literacy Programme is an engaging, hands-on training course designed for apprentices who want to turn their ideas into action.
To complete this exciting programme, you will attend two training days held on the dates and times below:
We are offering two day one events, you can choose which one to attend, and one day two events to offer flexibility. you can either attend a weekly or daily held event to complete the programme.
Day 1: Thursday 10th September – 9:30am – 5:00pm
OR
Day 1: Monday 14th September – 9:30am – 5:00pm
AND THEN:
Day 2: Tuesday 15th September – 9:30am – 5:00pm
After completing the two training days, you will gain Digital Badges for your CV and be certified as an Apprentice Innovation Ambassador.
What is included?
The training days cover eight immersive sessions, where you will explore the entire journey of innovation—from idea generation to testing, communication, and building a culture where innovation thrives, enabling you to return to your business to improve productivity and create value
Who Is It For?
This programme is perfect for Greater Manchester Apprentices seeking to:
- Make a real impact in their role
- Improve their problem-solving and critical thinking
- Become confident communicators of new ideas
- Work creatively—no matter their background or sector
Who is behind it?
This programme has been developed by Greater Manchester Colleges, co-authored with Ben Edmonds (Innovation Ben), a product designer and inventor with 20 years of experience working with companies like Dyson.
It was orginally funded by Innovate UK and is now supported by GMCA and introduces all key elements of the national Innovation, Commercialisation & Entrepreneurship skills framework.
Commitment
- You will need to attend both days training to complete the course.
Next Steps
After reserving a ticket you’ll be taken to a full order form that you must complete to be registered on the event – we will then check eligibility before confirming your place on the course.
Please note: Any and all information that you submit via this information capture form shall be processed in accordance with the Greater Manchester Colleges Group GMFEIP privacy notice, which can be accessed here
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