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An Introduction to Apprenticeships

An Introduction to Apprenticeships. 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.

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An Introduction to Apprenticeships

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  1. An Introduction to Apprenticeships

  2. 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. • You “earn as you learn”

  3. Who’s doing Apprenticeships? People who enjoy working and learning, at the same time. • 2010/11 • 440,000 + people in England • 49,300 Apprentices in the South West • 61% were aged 16-24 years • 80% success rates and rising • The areas with the most Apprenticeships: • Bristol • Gloucestershire • Wiltshire • Somerset

  4. An Apprenticeship helps you get ahead with..... Job Pay Training New Skills Experience Qualifications

  5. Who’sinvolved? Employer EMPLOYERS APPRENTICES TRAINING PROVIDERS

  6. A wide variety of Apprenticeships • 250+ Frameworks!! • Sales Rep • Stone Mason • Bench Joiner • Barber • Sports Coach • Beautician • Motor Mechanic • Marketing Assistant • Office Assistant • Plasterer • Engineer • Nursery Worker • Teaching Assistant • Vet Nurse • Electrician • Bricklayer • Receptionist • Lorry Driver • Glass Blower • Hair Dresser • Gardener • House Keeper • Youth Worker • Chef • Plumber • 250+ Frameworks • Estate Agent

  7. 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.

  8. What’s in an Apprenticeship?

  9. Wages and Employability • There is a National Minimum Wage for Apprentices, £2.60 per hour for apprentices under 19 or in the first year • Typical wage £3.50+ at age 16 • Average salary is £165 per week – the higher your level of Apprenticeship the more you are likely to be paid • 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!

  10. Where could you go with an Apprenticeship? Angela Barker-Dench Vice Principal, Capel Manor College Mark Barclay Senior Vice-President, Airbus Charan Gill sold his restaurant empire for £16 million Sir Anthony BamfordJCBChairman Ross Brawn Motorsport Engineer and Formula One team principal Craig Coombe Operations Manager, Olympic Velodrome Stella English Winner of The Apprentice

  11. Moreinformation www.apprenticeships.org.uk www.careerpilot.org.uk

  12. 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. Work either part-time, voluntary or work-experience. Build a good CV and portfolio Keep your options wide and consider Apprenticeships, jobs and other courses. Ask for help and support.

  13. Question time! Your questions please?

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