Your Guide to Apprenticeships
Did you know you can combine paid work and free qualifications by doing an apprenticeship? Explore jobs and advice below.
What is an Apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a paid training programme that combines working for a salary with learning that leads to a nationally-recognised qualification.
Aged 16? You can apply for an apprenticeship and get paid to do a job and build work experience while getting qualified (with no tuition fees!)
Apprenticeships last a minimum of a year, and can last up to four years depending on the apprenticeship.
Types of Apprenticeships
There are 4 types of apprenticeships, and you ca get them in any industry:
- Intermediate (Level 2) – equivalent to 5 GCSEs
- Advanced (Level 3) – equivalent to 2 A-levels
- Higher (Level 4/5) – can lead to Level 4 qualification, foundation degree, or HND
- Degree (Level 6/7) – equivalent to bachelor’s or master’s degree
Apprenticeship Advice: What You Need To Know
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