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Apprenticeships: what you need to know

Looking for apprenticeships in West Yorkshire? Whether you are leaving school, a recent graduate, or an adult thinking about a career change, apprenticeships are available to you.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority can help you find apprenticeship opportunities across the region, from entry-level roles to higher and degree apprenticeships. You earn a wage while you train and gain a recognised qualification along the way.

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

Not sure an apprenticeship is the right fit? Explore more ways to build your skills and career

You may be able to access funded training through the Adult Skills Fund. Find out more about the criteria and training available
Looking to upskill or retrain? Browse our retraining courses to find other ways to gain new skills and qualifications.
Looking for wider employment support? Whether you're just starting out or getting back into work, we can help you find a job in West Yorkshire.
Are you a young person or school leaver? Find out how apprenticeships and T Levels can be your next step after school on our apprenticeships and T Levels page.