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An exploration of construction craftspeople apprentice training: evidence from the UK
Oshodi, Olalekan Odediran, Sunday
Oshodi, Olalekan
Odediran, Sunday
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2023-07-11
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Today, demographic data shows that the workforce in the construction sector is aging. The prevalence of injuries, such as musculoskeletal problems, and low labor productivity have been linked to the aging construction workforce. To improve the supply of young workers to the industry, stakeholders, i.e. government and the private sector, are investing in construction craftspeople apprenticeship programmes. These programmes address two keys issues: (i) provide training to young workers for construction jobs and (ii) reduction in youth unemployment. This qualitative study explored the practice of mentoring during construction craftspeople apprenticeship within the UK. Eighteen people who are involved in the various stages of apprentice training were interviewed about mentoring practice. The data was transcribed and qualitatively analyzed. The data highlights the prevalence of informal mentoring of proteges during the period of craftspeople apprenticeship. Lack of structured mentoring programme and inadequate support from mentors were identified as the main barriers to effective mentoring. Also, building strong relationship, patience, vast industry experience and good communication skills are attributes of effective mentors. The study concludes by providing insights into its theoretical contributions and practical implications for vocational training and the construction sector.
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Daniel, E.I., Oshodi, O.S. and Odediran, S. (2023) An exploration of construction craftspeople apprentice training: evidence from the UK. International Journal of Construction Education and Research. https://doi.org/10.1080/15578771.2023.2234368
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This is an accepted manuscript of an article published by Taylor & Francis on 11/07/2023, available online at: https://doi.org/10.1080/15578771.2023.2234368 The accepted manuscript may differ from the final published version.
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1557-8771
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1550-3984