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An Introduction to Apprenticeships. Introduction . Welcome Information on Apprenticeships Benefits Opportunities Qualifications Advice on how to apply Questions please!. National Apprenticeship Service. What is an Apprenticeship?.
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An Introduction to Apprenticeships National Apprenticeship Service
Introduction • Welcome • Information on Apprenticeships • Benefits • Opportunities • Qualifications • Advice on how to apply • Questions please! National Apprenticeship Service
What is an Apprenticeship? • An Apprenticeship is a career option for you to consider, alongside all other options. • 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. • Therefore you “earn as you learn” National Apprenticeship Service
An Apprenticeship helps you get ahead with..... Job Pay Training New Skills Experience Qualifications National Apprenticeship Service
Benefits of an Apprenticeship • You will be an employed member of staff and • will: • Have a contract of employment – fixed term or permanent • Be paid and get paid holidays • Earn more as you become more experienced, skilled and knowledgeable • Work alongside experienced and skilled people • Be trained and gain qualifications National Apprenticeship Service
Opportunities You will have the opportunity to: Be treated like a member of staff Do real, practical work that’s important to businesses Learn skills in a practical way, through doing a real job ‘Step up’ and take responsibility Discover more about your talents Become more independent Shine – and even compete in skills competitions. National Apprenticeship Service
Who’s doing Apprenticeships? People who enjoy working and learning, at the same time. • 440,000 + people in England. • 9150 Apprentices in this area. • 65% are aged 16-24 years. National Apprenticeship Service
Wages and Employability • Typically, Apprentices earn the National Minimum Wage at the beginning of their Apprenticeship. • Once qualified, Level 2 Apprentices could expect to earn 11% more than someone without training. • Once qualified, Level 3 Apprentices could expect to earn 18% more than someone without training. • Apprentices earn higher wages over a lifetime and have a greater likelihood of being employed, than someone without training. Doing an Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to earn more in the future! National Apprenticeship Service
Strongly agree Agree 0 20 40 60 100 80 Percentage Why do young people choose Apprenticeships? It is a well recognised qualification 40 56 I liked the idea of getting a job and doing training at the same time 53 45 I wanted to do something practical rather than academic 44 45 National Apprenticeship Service
A wide variety of Apprenticeships • Sales Rep • Stone Mason • Bench Joiner • Beautician • Sports Coach • Nursery Worker • Barber • Marketing Assistant • Office Assistant • Plasterer • Engineer • 250+ Frameworks!! • Motor Mechanic • Lorry Driver • Glass Blower • Bricklayer • Receptionist • Teaching Assistant • Plumber • Vet Nurse • Gardener • House Keeper • Youth Worker • Chef • Electrician • Hair Dresser • 250+ Frameworks • Estate Agent National Apprenticeship Service
What’s included in an Apprenticeship Framework? National Apprenticeship Service
Apprenticeship levels Most Apprentices start at level 2 and many progress to level 3. Higher Level Apprenticeships are now available which are equivalent to Foundation Degree. National Apprenticeship Service National Apprenticeship Service
Who’s involved? Employer • Apprentice • Training Provider National Apprenticeship Service
How can I find an Apprenticeship Job? National Apprenticeship Service
Use the internet National Apprenticeship Service
Apprenticeships Website www.apprenticeships.org.uk National Apprenticeship Service
Apprenticeship Vacancies National Apprenticeship Service
Just to clarify a few points Anyone over the aged 16 years can do an Apprenticeship. Requirements of Apprenticeships do vary: • Some require attendance at a Training Provider, but not all. • Some Apprenticeships start in September – others start continuously throughout the year. 3. You can do A Levels and go to University after an Apprenticeship. 4. You are responsible for finding the job, although training providers will support you. 5. You will need a CV, even if you have registered your details on the National Apprenticeship Vacancy website. National Apprenticeship Service
Some final tips Getting an Apprenticeship is the same as looking for a job. It takes time and effort. Do your very best at your GCSEs/A Levels. Build a good CV and portfolio Work either part-time, voluntary or work-experience. Keep your options wide and consider Apprenticeships, jobs and other courses. Ask for help and support. National Apprenticeship Service
Question time! Your questions please? National Apprenticeship Service
Contacts www.wtpn.org.uk wtpn@talktalk.net National Apprenticeship Service