As described in The Apprenticeship Guide, an apprenticeship, which must last for a minimum of one year, combines hands-on work with the opportunity to train and work towards qualifications. It’s also a paid position. At least 20% of your time is set aside for learning, usually at a college, university or training provider.
The rest of your time is spent applying your knowledge and skills in the actual workplace, doing the job that you set out to get. At the end of it, you’ll gain official certification, which will be equivalent to traditional qualifications.
Apprenticeships levels are set and equivalent to:
Find out more on The Apprenticeship Guide website.
Discover the amazing world of apprenticeships. The above collection of short Apprentice Story films showcases the breadth and variety of apprenticeships, including Firefighting, Engineering, Broadcasting, Zookeeping and more.
For all the latest information and resources for you to help your child to search and apply for the latest apprenticeship opportunities, just click on the Resources for parents and guardians image.
Click on the image for a step by step guide to applying for an apprenticeship, including finding an apprenticeship, the application process, CVs and covering letters and preparing for interview.
Or see below for information from York College as to how to write an apprenticeship application:
Amazing Apprenticeships have put together a series of short and engaging films covering 12 school subjects and the many apprenticeship roles they link with.
Each film introduces a range of apprentice roles linked to the subject and outlines some of the tasks you could expect to be doing in each apprenticeship.
You can either speak to Miss Watts, Careers Lead or email her: s.watts@millthorpe.elt.org.uk
🏊 Big congrats to Stan in Year 9 for smashing it at the GB Next Gen Swimming Championships in Sheffield! He made it through to three finals and earned a silver medal in the 200m Backstroke 🥈👏
Well done Stan!
#MillthorpePerformance #MillthorpePride
Stan makes a splash at GB Championships - Millthorpe School
Last week, Year 9 student, Stan Sawyer, took to the water once more to compete in the GB Next Gen Swimming C...
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Our Summer Holiday Reading Challenge is back! 📚
The challenge is simple – be photographed reading a book in an obscure or unusual place over the holidays and send pics to reading@millthorpe.elt.org.uk. Don't forget to let us know if we can use your photos on social media 📸 🙏
Going to @york_college in September? They're holding two 'Getting Sorted' events for those who may be feeling particularly anxious. Parents are welcome too.
🗓️ Tues 29 July, 10.00am-3.00pm
🗓️ Tues 5 August, 10.00am-3.00pm
For more info, email: wellbeing@yorkcollege.ac.uk
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