What is an Apprenticeship and is it right for your child?
If you’re a parent, guardian or carer, you can help inspire the apprentices of tomorrow.
Apprenticeships are designed by employers so the training reflects the skills, knowledge and behaviours an apprentice will need for a particular occupation. An apprenticeship is a job with training and the chance to gain qualifications. Working as an apprentice means your child will earn as they learn and spend 20% of their working hours training so they gain the skills needed for their chosen occupation.
As with any job, an apprentice gets paid, but they also take part in formal on-the-job training and study for relevant qualifications linked to their role. Qualifications are paid for by the employer. Apprentices do not pay anything towards their qualifications.
Apprenticeship training is of a high standard and only training providers who are on the register of apprenticeship training providers can deliver the training. Some apprenticeships include a qualification, including a degree. All of the training is free, so the apprentice has no student debt to worry about. A school or college leaver can apply for university and an apprenticeship at the same time - they can make their final decision af ter they’ve had time to consider their options.
To support someone with apprenticeships you can: • browse our useful resources (click on link) which can help you support a young person in making career decisions • find an apprenticeship (click on link) in your area • learn about apprentices’ real stories (click on link) and experiences • use the National Careers Service (click on link) for impartial and free advice • read the Which? guide to higher and degree apprenticeships (click on link)
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