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Apprenticeship Training: Start Your Career While You Earn

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Young professional gaining work experience through apprenticeship training
  • Earn while you learn in a real job
  • Gain recognised qualifications valued by employers
  • Build real experience from day one
  • Develop job-ready skills that transfer across industries
  • Improve your earning potential long-term
  • Avoid student debt while progressing your career
  • You work in a real job
  • Around 20% of your time is spent in off-the-job training
  • You apply what you learn directly in your role
  • You receive ongoing support from your employer and Learning Coach
Professional apprentice developing workplace skills

Gain hands on experience in a real working environment

Build confidence in professional settings

Open up long-term career opportunities

Medical administrator using IT systems for patient records and healthcare administration

Apprenticeships are accessible and flexible. They are suitable if you are:

  • Starting your career after school or college
  • Looking for an alternative to university
  • Changing career direction
  • Returning to work

You don’t need previous experience, just commitment and willingness to learn.

Apprentice working while earning a salary during funded training
Professional progressing into a full time role after apprenticeship training

Ready to start your career with apprenticeship training?

Do I get paid during an apprenticeship?

Yes. Apprenticeships are paid roles, so you earn a salary while gaining qualifications and experience.

Do I need experience to start an apprenticeship?

No. Apprenticeships are designed for beginners as well as those looking to build skills.

Will I get a qualification?

You will work towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship standard alongside your job.

How much time is spent in training?

Around 20% of your working hours will be dedicated to structured off-the-job training.

What are tripartite reviews?

Tripartite reviews are regular progress meetings between you, your employer, and your Learning Coach.

They help you:

  • Stay on track
  • Understand your progress
  • Get support where needed
  • Apply your learning effectively in your role
Can I choose which apprenticeship to do?

Yes. You can choose a programme based on your interests and career goals.

Apprenticeship vs University: What’s the difference?

Apprenticeships and university lead to different outcomes, depending on how you want to start your career.

Apprenticeship training:

  • Paid from day one
  • Real work experience
  • No tuition fees
  • Direct route into employment

University:

  • Study-based learning
  • Tuition fees and potential debt
  • Delayed work experience

If your priority is to start working, gain experience, and build your career early, apprenticeship training offers a more direct and practical route.