1. Apprenticeships - An Overview! Working together to help young people achieve their potential www.inspiringthefuture.org

2. What is an Apprenticeship? An Apprenticeship is a paid job with training, leading to a package of qualifications which relate to the job. It allows you to be in full-time work as well as continuing your education and gaining qualifications. You “earn as you learn” A real job, gaining nationally recognised qualifications

3. Who can do an Apprenticeship? There are different entry requirements for apprenticeships depending on the occupational sector, level and employer requirements An apprentice must be living in England and not in full-time education An apprentice must be 16 years and above and be at the statutory school leaving age An apprentice must be committed to work and learning and aware of their responsibilities to themselves, their employer and training provider Apprenticeships are an opportunity of gaining national qualifications without having to go into further or higher education at this point in your career.

5. Apprenticeship Type Value of qualification Equivalent to academic study Official GCSE entry Requirements Intermediate Apprenticeship Level 25 GCSEs A*-CGCSE pass at D - G Advanced Apprenticeship Level 32 A Levels or IBGCSE A - C Higher Apprenticeship Level 4,5,6,7First year of degree course, HND, Degree, Masters A Levels (UCAS points score 240 +) What is an Apprenticeship worth and what are the minimum requirements for each level?

6. Higher & Degree Apprenticeships Fancy earning and learning all the way to a degree? Higher and Degree Apprenticeships are a great alternative to university Many now offer qualifications up to Degree level! A new route into the professions, gaining high level skills and entry to jobs that were once only available to graduates. You will also receive training (on-and off-the-job), a salary and the opportunity to really start moving your career forward. To get onto one you’ll need A levels, vocational level 3 qualifications or an advanced apprenticeship. You could start work and take a foundation degree (level 4) and possibly a BA/BSc/BEng (level 6) or MA/MSc/MEng (level 7), depending on funding and your employer. You would also receive on-the-job training in the skills that industry needs Employers involved in Degree Apprenticeships include Accenture, BT, Capgemini, Ford, Fujitsu, GlaxoSmithKline, HM Revenue and Customs, Hewlett Packard, IBM, John Lewis, Lloyds Banking Group, Network Rail and Tata Consulting Services.

7. What will an Apprenticeship involve? As an employee you will be in employment for most of the time training on the job The rest of the time usually takes place off the job at a local college or training organisation where you will study for a vocational qualification / technical certificate Training Provider Employer Apprentice Training Provider

8. ‘Off-the-job’ training and an exam (Varies between 1 and 70 days) Taught ‘on-the-job’ by the supervisor and assessed for competence by the college or training provider 1.Knowledge/ Technical Qualification 2.Competence Qualification 3.Transferable Skills 4.Employment rights and responsibilities 5.Other relevant qualifications Types of Training

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10. Opportunities in Lots of Professions! Accounting Activity Leadership Agriculture Animal Care Aviation Operations Barbering Beauty Therapy Building Energy Management Systems Business Administration Cabin Crew Campaigning Children & Young People’s Workforce Civil Engineering Community Arts Construction Building Contact Centre Costume & Wardrobe Creative & Digital Media Cultural & Heritage Venue Operations CusDebbieer Service Driving Goods Vehicles Electrotechnical Equine Fashion & Textiles Floristry Fundraising Gas Services Engineering Hairdressing Health – Clinical Dental Nursing Emergency Care Optical Retail, Pharmacy Services Health & Social Care Horticulture Hospitality & Catering IT Software Web and Telecoms Leisure Management Live Events & Promotion Management Marketing Playwork Plumbing & Heating Property Services Providing Financial Advice Rail Services Retail Sales & Telesales Sports Development Technical Theatre The Gas Industry Travel Services Vehicle Body & Paint Veterinary Nursing Warehousing & Storage Youth Work There are more than 250 different types of Apprenticeships available offering over 1,200 job roles

12. Apprenticeship Wages: How much can I earn? All apprentices on an intermediate or advance apprenticeship in England must be paid a minimum hourly rate of £3.30, although a number of employers pay higher than this. (This rate applies to all 16-18 year olds and those aged 19 or over in their first year of their apprenticeship) Average apprenticeship wage is £200.00 per week Apprentices must work a minimum of 30 hours per week (although an exception may be made if the employer/apprentice has a specific case) Apprentices are now entitled to many of the same discounts as University students. For example the NUS Apprentice Extra card.

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14. Why choose an Apprenticeship? Earn while you learn Gain experience and knowledge Develop skills Start your career Real job and qualifications

15. www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship A digital service for candidates to search, register and apply for vacancies When are Apprenticeships Available? Apprenticeship vacancies are available all year around Most of the large employers recruit apprentices in the summer Some applications close before Christmas so PLAN AHEAD! www.gov.uk/find-traineeship Go To: Register on ‘Find an Apprenticeship’ to find out more!

16. Preparing for your application What do employers look for when shortlisting applications? Are there any spelling and grammar mistakes? Have you made enough of an effort to complete all sections of the application form with detailed answers? Do you come across as passionate and interested in the job role available? Have you matched your application to the job advert? Do you meet the essential/desirable criteria? Plan ahead!

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