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Purpose-The purpose of this paper is to identify a number of different models of work-based learning (WBL) in operation at the University of Chester and provides two examples of university-employer partnership where WBL is used as the principal means for bringing about change in the workplace. Design/methodology/approach-This paper is based on the experience of one UK University with significant WBL provision and outlines the evolutionary development of a number of different models of WBL designed to meet the specific needs of employers and individual students. Findings-The paper reflects on the distinctive contribution of WBL in higher education to bring about change to the culture and working practices of two public organisations, thereby improving performance and developing new ways of working. Practical implications-It will also consider the impact of WBL on learners often giving them a greater sense of their own identity and professionalism and point to the way in which WBL challenges the university as much as it challenges employer partners. Social implications-Widening access to higher education and increasing participation in HE. Originality/value-The identification and description of a number of different models of WBL in operation in the HE sector.

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to inform colleagues working in the field of work‐based learning (WBL) about the development of a Post Graduate Certificate in Work Based Learning Facilitation at the University of Chester.Design/methodology/approachThe approach is to describe and comment on the Post Graduate Certificate and to provide comment on the context within which it originated and the rationale for it.FindingsNot applicable other than in the sense that this programme has now been delivered successfully to a number of cohorts.Practical implicationsThis is a model for others to consider and an offer to assist others who may be interested in building their capacity to deliver programmes of WBL.Originality/valueThe university believes that, at the time of its development, there was no similar provision available. It is a model that has proved of value in terms of supporting the quality of the university's WBL provision.

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