Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You're an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. Apprenticeships are an exciting option - you get hands-on training and also the chance to put your skills into practice.

To become an apprentice, you must:

• be 16 or over
• not already be in full-time education
• live in England

As an apprentice you’ll:

• learn and train for a specific job
• get paid and receive holiday leave 
• get hands-on experience in a real job
• study for at least 20% of your working hours - usually at a college, university or with a training provider 
• complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
• be on a career path with lots of future potential

Levels of apprenticeship

Each apprenticeship has a level and an equivalent education level. You can start an apprenticeship at any level. Depending on the level, some apprenticeships may:

• require previous qualifications such as an English or maths GCSE
• give extra training in the English or maths skills needed so you’re at the right level

At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.

Useful Websites

The following websites are very helpful:

apprenticeships.gov.uk

amazingapprenticeships.com