Candidates can include university graduates, new recruits with no previous industry experience or qualifications, or administrators looking to move to an advice role.
Entry to the programme is based on candidate nominations submitted by practice principals and a one-day central Openwork assessment event. Successful assessment leads to delegate status and an initial induction course which is then followed by a series of study days and development workshops with local examination sittings.
Since launching in October 2014, 14 candidates have achieved full Cemap qualification with Ocademy, while 27 have achieved full DipFA qualification.
Mark Duckworth, Openwork CEO, said: “The aim of the Ocademy programme is for delegates to graduate from the programme equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to become a valuable member of an advisory business, delivering high quality outcomes for clients whilst developing a rewarding career.
“We are very pleased with the Ocademy’s progress since launch and look forward to taking the next intake of candidates through the programme as we assist our practices in their efforts to develop the next generation of advisers.”
