Apprenticeships are real jobs which combine work with training and study. You can apply for an apprenticeship whilst you’re still at school. You’ll earn a wage, gain a qualification and experience and can put what you learn into practice. In some cases, you may be offered a job at the end of your apprenticeship.
Entry requirements for Apprenticeships
There are over 700 types of apprenticeships in different areas of work.
To start an apprenticeship, you'll need to:
- be 16 or over
- live in England
- not already be in full time education
You can apply for an apprenticeship while you're still at school.
To apply for some apprenticeships, you might need to have certain qualifications, such as GCSE English or maths. If there are any additional entry requirements, they will be listed in the apprenticeship application details.
To find apprenticeships click on the following link;
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
What you'll do as an apprentice
As an apprentice you'll:
- earn a wage and get holiday pay
- develop the skills you need for the job
- work on the job for around 80% of your apprenticeship
- get time for study related to your role, either at your place of work, a college, a training provider or online
- be on a career path with lots of future potential
Qualification you’ll earn
You’ll also earn a qualification from your apprenticeship.
The 4 different apprenticeship qualifications levels are:
- intermediate: level 2
- advanced: level 3
- higher: level 4 or 5
- degree: level 6 or 7
It takes between 1 and 5 years to complete an apprenticeship, depending on the level.