An apprenticeship is a job where you learn in the work setting, gain experience, develop new skills whilst getting paid and receiving all the benefits of an employed member of staff.
What are the different levels of an apprenticeship?
Each apprenticeship has an identified level which is equivalent to an education level as illustrated below:
Depending on the level, some apprenticeships may:
require previous qualifications such as an English or maths GCSE
give extra training in the English or maths skills needed so you’re at the right level
At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent education level. For example, if you complete a level 3 apprenticeship, you’ll achieve the equivalent of an A level.
To become an apprentice you must
be aged 16 or over
not be in full time education
live in England
When can I start an apprentice?
You can start an apprenticeship at any point in the year, a time that works well for you, your employer and the identified training provider.
What will I have to do?
You will need to:
gain the knowledge to be effective in a specific job
develop new skills that are specific to the role
develop and demonstrate the behaviours required to ensure that you are effective in the role and are able to contribute and follow working practices.
get hands-on experience in a real job
study and train for at least 20% of your working hours
complete assessments and activities to demonstrate your progress and new skill development throughout the length of the apprenticeship journey -this includes targeting setting to achieve high grades
demonstrate English and maths development (this may include achieving a Functional Skills qualification)
complete timely progress reviews and action plans with your skills coach and line manager
contribute to a gateway discussion – to determine if you are ready to complete the End Point Assessment element of the Apprenticeship Standard
complete the end point assessment activity
be on a career path with lots of future opportunities and potential
