APPRENTICESHIPS

Do you want to carry on learning?  Do you want to start earning some money?

You can with an Apprenticeship – a training programme that combines on the job training with the chance to get qualifications relating to your job.

Apprenticeships help you become fully qualified in the area of work that you are interested in. And they offer the chance to achieve Key Skills in areas essential to improving your career prospects, such as communication, application of number and information technology. 

What kind of Apprenticeship training can you do?

There are many occupational areas available including:

§·  Agriculture & Land Based
§·  Business Services & IT
§·  Construction
§·  Design & Print
§·  Engineering & Manufacturing
§·  Hairdressing & Beauty
§·  Health & Care
§·  Hospitality
§·  Motor Trade
§·  Retail & Distribution
§·  Sports & Recreation

What are the different levels of Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are available at different levels. You may already have started on the Young Apprenticeship programme in Year 10. When you leave school, you can start one of the following:

Pre E2E (this is being trialled at the moment)

This is similar to e2e but is for those who are not yet ready to do 16 hours a week of training.

Pre Apprenticeship or Entry to Employment (e2e)

This is an entry-level course for those who have the potential to become an Apprentice but aren’t quite ready.  e2e gives you the skills to enter the world of work and enables you to try out different jobs.  You will also have the opportunity to work through issues that may have prevented you from progressing before. There's a separate section on e2e if you want more information.

Apprenticeship

This is a Level 2 programme (equivalent to five A* - C GCSEs). It includes NVQ, Key Skills and Technical Certificates

Advanced Apprenticeship

This is a Level 3 qualification in your chosen industry (equivalent to two A Levels) covering NVQs, Key Skills and Technical Certificates. 

How much do apprentices get paid?

As a level 2 or 3 apprentice with an employer, you will get a minimum of £80 each week, but most employers pay £80 - £150 per week. If you are on an e2e or Programme Led Pathway, you will not get a training allowance or salary. Instead you can apply for an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA). 

How do you apply for an Apprenticeship?

Contact Connexions or speak to your personal adviser.

Look on the vacancy section of this website.

Contact training organisations (known as training providers) to find out more about what they offer. Tell them that your are interested in an Apprenticeship. they will send you and application form to fill in or will ask you to an open day or interview. Sometimes a training provider may have filled all their places or may not be able to offer you the level of training you need.

You can also apply directly to employers. Look out for adverts int eh newspapers, check company websites or look in the Job Book for companies that are seeking apprentices.