Employers

How do Apprenticeships work?

Most employers will be looking to employ apprentices aged 16 - 24. Within this age group there are two different levels of Apprenticeship. The most appropriate level for a young person will depend on their abilities and the requirements of the job, as well as their career aspirations.

Apprenticeships
Young People taking on Apprenticeships will either be on a work placement with a training allowance, or employed with a wage. Apprenticeships take at least 12 months to complete and lead to NVQ Level 2, a technical certificate and the appropriate Key Skills.

Most of the work an apprentice does is practical. Apprentices will develop technical skills and gain valuable work experience. Upon successful completion of an Apprenticeship they will also have the opportunity to progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship.

Advanced Apprenticeship
Employees doing an Advanced Apprenticeship are aiming for technical, supervisory or junior management roles. They will be in full-time employment, and receive an appropriate wage. The training lasts for at least two years.

On completion, an apprentice will have gained NVQ Level 3, a technical certificate and relevant Key Skills. An Advanced Apprenticeship may also provide a route to higher education and to NVQs at Levels 4 and 5.

For further details about Apprenticeships, call your nearest Connexions office, go to the Apprenticeships website www.apprenticeships.org.uk or call 08000 150 400.