Work and Training:

Apprenticeships



If you are aged 16-24 and are leaving, or have left, full time education an apprenticeship could be for you:

  • If you want to start working straightaway, you may want to consider an Apprenticeship which gives you the best of both worlds.
  • You'll learn on the job, building up knowledge and skills, gain qualifications and earn money. They are designed to give you the skills and experience you need to climb your chosen career ladder.
  • Apprenticeships are a structured programme of training leading to a recognised qualification, covering a wide range of occupations. You get the opportunity to work for an employer, learn on the job, build up knowledge and skills and gain qualifications and earn some money at the same time.
  • Apprenticeships are available at different levels, letting you choose the speed you wish to learn. You don't have to stop once you've completed an Advanced Apprenticeship. You can go on to do a Foundation Degree.
  • You'll also spend time with a learning provider, gaining key skills that'll be useful in the job market - like working in teams, problem-solving, communication and using new technology.
  • Once you have completed your Apprenticeship you will have gained skills that can be transferred between employers within your chosen industry.

To join one of these programmes you will need to contact your local Connexions Personal Advisor. They will discuss the options with you and agree which route is best for you.

Apprenticeships - The Facts has everything you ever wanted to know about Apprenticeships.  From what an Apprenticeship is, who is able to do an Apprenticeship, the number of different types of Apprenticeships available, the type of qualifications you will need and gain to who you can contact for further information.  So if you’re thinking about doing an apprenticeship, this factsheet is the first place to start!

Employment, Work & Training Glossary of Terms - if you have looked at the Apprenticeship Factsheet, it may be handy to look at this also.  This glossary of terms allows you to understand some of the unknown words and jargon used when researching Apprenticeships, Work and Training. For example, if you ever wanted to know what is meant by ‘Transferable Skills’, ‘Technical Certificate’ and ‘Block Release’ including many more, this is where you will find all the answers.   

More detailed information can be found at www.apprenticeships.org.uk

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