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Apprenticeships

Find out everything you need to know about apprenticeships and decide if it's the right choice for you.

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Finding an apprenticeship course

An apprenticeship is a real job with a real employer where you will work, earn a salary and gain valuable and practical experience whilst studying.

As an apprentice, you will:

Be employed.
Work alongside experienced colleagues
Spend roughly 6 hours per week undertaking off-the-job learning
Complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship

You probably have a lot of questions around starting an apprenticeship and whether it's the right choice for you, don't worry, we've got you covered.

You can also use the service of the gov.uk website to search and apply for apprenticeships online in England.

Find an apprenticeship online

Frequently asked questions

What apprenticeships are available?

What are the different apprenticeship levels?

Who can do an apprenticeship?

How long do apprenticeships take?

Do I pay for an apprenticeship?

How does the learning work?

Why is an apprenticeship a good choice?

How do I find an apprenticeship?

How do I apply for an apprenticeship?

I'm a parent or carer, how do I support my child to make the right choice for them?

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