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Employers - Apprenticeships |
An apprenticeship is a Work Based method of training and is available for anyone over the age of 16. To become an apprentice you need to be employed in the same industry you wish to be trained in.
Being an apprentice is a great way of not just getting a job, but a fantastic career.
Apprentices attend college either on a day release or block release basis. The rest of the time you will be at work learning the skills of your particular trade/career. |
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Apprenticeships - earn while you learn
To give yourself the best chance of success in your career, you'll need to carry on developing your skills throughout your working life. Apprenticeships give you the chance to learn - and gain nationally recognised qualifications - while getting a weekly wage.
Apprenticeships are available in more than 190 roles across a wide variety of industry sectors. These range from accountancy and business administration to construction, engineering, manufacturing - and many more.
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Is an Apprenticeship right for you?
First you'll need to decide which career suits you best. Next, you'll have to decide whether you can commit to the demands of an Apprenticeship. Being an apprentice means juggling work and study over the long term. |
How long does an Apprenticeship last?
It varies - depending on the sector, the qualification you're going for and the skills you already have. Generally, an Apprenticeship takes between one and four years to complete. |
Who can apply?
You need to be 16 or over to apply for an Apprenticeship.
Entry requirements will depend on the Apprenticeship you want to do. There are three levels available:
- Apprenticeships (equivalent to five good GCSE passes)
- Advanced Apprenticeships (equivalent to two A level passes)
- Higher Apprenticeships (lead to qualifications at NVQ Level 4 or, in some cases, a Foundation Degree)
Depending on your grades in GCSE Maths and English, you may need to take a literacy and numeracy test. |
Money and holidays
If you do an Apprenticeship with an employer, you'll get a weekly wage of at least £95 (unless you work in agriculture, where the minimum may be different).
Many employers tend to pay more as you develop your skills. Research has found that the average apprentice takes home around £170 per week.
Like most other employees, employed apprentices get at least 20 days paid holiday per year. This is on top of bank holidays. |
Qualifications
Apprenticeships (and Advanced Apprenticeships) can lead to:
- a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 2 or Level 3
- a Key Skills qualification, like problem solving and using technology
- (in most cases) a technical certificate, such as a BTEC or City & Guilds Progression Award
- other qualifications needed for particular occupations
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