How it works

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Apprentices learn through a combination of on and off the job learning.

On the job they work alongside your staff, off the job they attend a local learning provider, like a further education college (usually on a day release basis) working towards nationally recognised qualifications.

With over 180 different Apprenticeships on offer across 80 sectors of industry it is really is just a case of identifying which one is right for your business.

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In most cases you will work with a local learning provider to identify which Apprenticeship or Apprenticeships meet your business needs, the learning provider can also assist in the recruitment of your apprentices, they may already have suitable candidates already studying with them.  

There are currently two levels of Apprenticeship:

  • Apprenticeship: apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 2, Key Skills qualifications and in most cases a relevant technical certificate.
  • Advanced Apprenticeship: advanced apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) at Level 3, Key Skills qualifications and in most cases a relevant technical certificate.

View a complete list (PDF 43KB) This opens an Adobe PDF file in a new window of Apprenticeships currently available.

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'Having been involved with the scheme since 1966, we know the benefits of employing apprentices. Not only does it bring enthusiastic "can do" people into our workforce, it also allows us to contribute to our social responsibility towards youth employment.'

BT