BSHP launches Partnership with AKG Learning
As part of BSHP’s ongoing commitment to supporting workforce development, we are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership between Birmingham Social Housing Partnership (BSHP) and AKG Learning.
AKG Learning are specialists in funded, work-based learning, offering a wide range of qualifications across the housing and business sectors. Their training solutions are designed to align with each individual organisational goals—particularly in light of the upcoming changes to housing regulations. With their expertise in delivering CIH qualifications and Apprenticeship programmes, we believe this partnership is perfectly timed to help organisations build skills and capacity across their teams.
Our dedicated AKG Learning Account Manager, Jeff Weir, is available to guide organisations through available qualifications and the funding landscape.
Below is an overview of AKG Learning’s offer, as well as useful insights into how they can support your organisation.
About AKG Learning
AKG Learning is a trusted provider of fully funded and commercial qualifications tailored for the housing and business services sectors. With a strong focus on workforce development, we specialise in Apprenticeships and Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) qualifications, ensuring your teams are prepared for the evolving housing landscape.
We work closely with organisations to offer flexible, work-based training that’s aligned with national standards and tailored to your operational needs.
AKG Learning offers a suite of apprenticeship qualifications relevant to social housing professionals, including:
- Housing and Property Management – Level 2
- Housing and Property Management – Level 3
- Senior Housing & Property Management – Level 4
These programmes are ideal for developing housing officers, managers, and frontline staff in line with current and future regulatory expectations.
AKG Learning is proud to deliver CIH qualifications designed to build professional competence, including:
- CIH Level 2: Housing Practice
- CIH Level 3: Housing and Property Management
- CIH Level 4: Housing Leadership & Management
- CIH Level 5 Diploma in Housing – AKG UK
Whether you’re upskilling staff or supporting career progression, these nationally recognised qualifications provide a strong foundation.
Support functions are vital to effective service delivery. AKG Learning also offers apprenticeships across core business areas, including:
- Business Administrator – Level 3
- Customer Service Practitioner – Level 2
- Team Leader/Supervisor – Level 3
- Operations/Departmental Manager – Level 5
Apprenticeship Funding Support
Apprenticeship qualifications are 95% funded for non-levy paying employers. For levy payers, costs are covered through their levy pot.
Good news: Through our levy transfer partnerships, we are often able to offer 100% funding to organisations in your region—even if you do not pay into the levy.
National Insurance Savings for Employers
Did you know?
If an apprentice is under the age of 25, you are exempt from employer National Insurance contributions.
This equates to an average saving of £3,000 per apprentice, per year—a valuable financial incentive for organisations investing in young talent.
How Our Apprenticeships Are Delivered
All our programmes are work-based, meaning learners can gain skills while staying productive in their roles. Key features include:
- No requirement to attend college
- Ongoing 1:1 support from experienced tutors
- Online and face-to-face learning tailored to your setting
- Clear alignment with workplace tasks, knowledge, and behaviours