NCMME Celebrates Groundbreaking Achievements of Apprentices 

National Coal Mining Museum is delighted to announce that two apprentices have successfully completed an important industry qualification around working in an Underground Environment, ran by the Mineral Products Qualifications Council. 

Luke and Stanley are the first apprentices to achieve this award in the Country. They have completed the qualification while also studying for an Electrical apprenticeship at Wakefield College, and working underground at the Museum to gain invaluable, practical experience.

This remarkable achievement marks the first time such a program has been undertaken at the Museum.

The apprentices have shown dedication and skill in balancing their studies with hands-on work experience, which will prove essential in progressing in their future careers. Being able to work in such a unique environment, with the dedicated support from the mining team has offered a fantastic opportunity for the apprentices.

Shaun McLoughlin, Mine Director, said: “We are incredibly proud of our apprentices. Their achievements highlight the importance of learning in a practical environment and the unique opportunities that working underground in a mine provides. Being the first students to achieve this qualification is a real testimony to their hard work, and we are delighted to have been able to support them throughout. We are certain they will have successful careers, and this qualification will take them one step closer to their goal. We are committed to continuing to support future apprentices around several skills and career paths, provided we can secure further funding.”