Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn with an Apprenticeship
Get ahead with an Apprenticeship
The world is changing fast and to get ahead you need up to date skills. But you don’t need to sit in a classroom all day to get them – there are other ways of learning that could suit you.
An Apprenticeship is a real job with training so you can earn while you learn and get recognised qualifications as you go.
If you live in England, are over 16 and not in full-time education, you can apply.
They take between one and four years to complete and cover 1,200 job roles, in a range of industries, from engineering to financial advice, veterinary nursing to accountancy.
Read more about the different types of Apprenticeships and job roles available on the Apprenticeships website.
Key benefits
Progress in your career: Surveys show that employers recognise and value Apprenticeships so with hard work you could rise through the ranks quickly.
Achieve sought-after qualifications: Apprenticeships are the gold standard for work-based learning.
Learn job-specific skills: Learn from knowledgeable tutors and work alongside experienced staff to gain in-demand skills.
Earn a salary: The average wage for an apprentice is £170 per week.
Top quality training: Get on-the-job experience and off-the-job training.
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Your career
Employers really value Apprenticeships. They know if you’ve got one that you’ll have the skills they need, and as a result your career could progress rapidly.
You’ll feel the rewards in your pocket too. People with an Advanced Level Apprenticeship earn on average over £100,000 more over the course of their career, than those without.
From then on, your next move is up to you. You can collect UCAS points, study for Technical Certificates, go on to higher education at college or university, or work towards promotion.
Depending on your current skills and qualifications, there are three levels of Apprenticeship you can apply for:
- Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (level 2)
- Advanced Level Apprenticeship (level 3)
- Higher Apprenticeship (level 4 or above)
Your employer and learning provider
Your employer provides your on-the-job training and pays your wages. You will work alongside them and learn from some of the best in the business.
A learning provider is usually a college or training organisation who looks after the rest of your training. You can complete this off-the-job training on day release (attending one day a week) or over a succession of days in a short period (block-release).
Your Apprenticeship will cover the hands-on experience and the training in all other aspects of the job.
Applying for vacancies
Visit the Apprenticeships website to search and apply for Apprenticeship vacancies. At any one time there are thousands of jobs available in a variety of industry sectors across England. You can apply for as many as you like.
Find out how to apply for vacancies, including top tips for applying, on the Apprenticeships website.
Find out more
Visit the Apprenticeships website for more information on how you can get ahead with an Apprenticeship.
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Read the latest real life stories from current and past apprentices on the Apprenticeships website.
