Apprenticeships are a way of learning on and off the job, building up knowledge and skills, gaining qualifications and earning money at the same time.   Apprentices are  employed four days a week and attend College one day a week to work towards the relevant qualification (Accountancy Apprentices have the option to attend College two evenings a week).   This gives you valuable work experience while you learn other skills at College that you can take back to work!

 

During your Apprenticeship you work towards a Full Framework, which consists of:

 

This is a collection of work evidence to show you can do your job properly. There are mandatory units to complete plus optional units which relate to your job role.

 

Key Skills are skills that you use every day, and that you definitely need at work.  These are Literacy, Numeracy and I.T skills.    

 

This is the specialist knowledge you might need for your industry – this doesn’t apply to all apprenticeships, but for the areas that need particular technical skill.

 

We provide all-round personal support for all our students at College.   We will offer you extra support either in the classroom or with a tutor on a one to one basis.

 

Apprenticeships are open to people over 16.   You will be interviewed by the College to ensure the programme is suitable for you and your employer.

 

Entry requirements are flexible because Apprenticeships are not just based on academic achievement.   

 

Yes, you need a job.   If you’re already in work or have an employer who has offered you a job, then contact us to get your place on the programme and start your training.

 

If you haven’t got a job, there are lots of way to find out which companies run Apprenticeship schemes, and look for vacancies.

 

 

 

 

 

The College’s Information, Advice & Guidance team can help you with your CV and give you advice on how to find a job.

For lots more help about becoming an apprentice, please contact us on 020 8295 7070.