Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are an excellent way of gaining qualifications and workplace experience. As an employee, you can earn as you learn and you gain practical skills from the workplace.

Our Apprenticeships combine on-the-job and off-the-job, formal and informal learning opportunities. If you thought learning was something that could happen only in a classroom or formal situations, then think again as our Apprenticeships provide powerful motivating experiences for you and your employer.

Apprenticeships are intended to provide an integrated programme of learning leading to the acquisition and application of the skills, knowledge and understanding required by employers. Apprenticeships can take between one and four years to complete depending on the level of Apprenticeship, the apprentices´ ability and the industry sector. You work towards a work-based Qualifications such as a Vocational Qualifications (QCF) and other nationally recognised Qualifications.

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Benefits for employers

  • The chance to recruit and develop new staff.
  • Government funding to support their investment in the programme.
  • Committed employees with practical skills to meet their business needs.

Key benefits for apprentices

  • No fees required, your employer pays you a salary and supports you whilst you undertake your training.
  • Valuable work experience, support and the chance to build skills essential to their job and future career.
  • The chance to achieve a national standard and hold a recognised qualification.
  • 20 days´ paid holiday per year as well as bank holidays.

Currently offered Apprenticeships

The Guide to Apprenticeships

We have produced The Employers' Guide to Apprenticeships booklet designed to provide employers with an overview of the benefits of Apprenticeship programmes. Inside, you will find answers to frequently asked questions, funding opportunities and case studies.

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