www.cornwallapprenticeships.com
WHAT SORT OF APPRENTICESHIP SUBJECTS CAN I TAKE?
When people think of apprenticeships, they might tend to think of trades such as building and plumbing. While these are great options, they’re only a small piece of the apprenticeship puzzle. Apprenticeships are also available in healthcare, digital technology, business, creative and design, legal, environmental, engineering, manufacturing and much, much more. The possibilities are almost endless.
Most apprenticeship standards will include a qualification as part of the course but not all require one. As an apprentice you’ll be assessed at the end of your training and a pass, merit or distinction result means you will have met or exceeded the competency level required for the job and you’ll receive a certificate to show you’ve achieved your apprenticeship. WILL I GET A QUALIFICATION AT THE END OF IT? Usually quite a bit. Apprentices under the age of 19, or aged 19+ and in the first year of their apprenticeship, will earn at least the National Apprentice Wage of £6.40 per hour (1st April 2024), but many employers will pay much more, some upwards of £20,000+ per year. Employers will often also quickly increase wage rates as their apprentice gains experience. HOW MUCH WILL I EARN AS AN APPRENTICE?
Like other employees, as an apprentice, you will also be entitled to sick pay, at least 20 days holiday per year, and to any other benefits your employers offers its employees, such as healthcare plans and childcare vouchers. You will work between 30 and 40 hours per week but it is also possible to work part-time, depending on your employer and your own circumstances.
WHO SHOULD DO AN APPRENTICESHIP?
Anyone who wants to train and get qualified and paid whilst doing it. Whilst apprenticeships are popular options for young school and college leavers, they are in fact available to anyone aged 16 or over. So, if you’re seeking a career change and want to get back into work and make yourself even more employable in the future, they could be just the thing for you. The most important thing is that you are enthusiastic, ready to learn and have a great can-do attitude and a willingness and desire to learn.
All apprenticeships will take a minimum of 12-18 months to complete, plus the end point assessment. Some will be 2 years+ and degree levels can take around 3-6 years to complete. HOW LONG DOES AN APPRENTICESHIP TAKE?
WILL I HAVE A JOB AT THE END OF IT?
Most apprentices remain in employment with their employer when they complete their apprenticeship. However, by achieving your apprenticeship, it will increase your future job prospects and earning power! While an apprenticeship does not usually guarantee you permanent employment within the company training you, it hugely increases your chances of securing alternative work in your chosen career.
TO FIND YOUR IDEAL APPRENTICESHIP
Use the apprenticeship search on the Cornwall Opportunities website: CORNWALL-OPPORTUNITIES.CO.UK
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