Which Apprenticeship is right for me?

Apprenticeship

Learn on the job and get qualified.

• It's mainly for 16-18 year olds
• You'll get paid an appropriate salary
• You'll gain an NVQ level 2
• You'll spend one day per week at college 
• It'll take 12-18 months to complete

How to apply

and subject options for apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeship

Get the skills you need to go into management or become a technician.

• To apply, you need at least five GCSEs at Grade A-C, or an apprenticeship in the same subject
• It's for people aged 16 and over
• You'll get paid an appropriate salary
• You'll gain an NVQ level 3
• You'll spend one day per week at college
• You'll use a career training programme designed for you
• It'll take at least two years to complete

You don’t have to stop at the Advanced Apprenticeship - if you want to go on to University you will find many institutes of Higher Education will offer you a place on a Foundation Degree or other higher level qualifications.

How to apply

and subject options for Advanced Apprenticeships

Young Apprenticeship

Get work experience and qualifications alongside school.

• It's for 14-16 year olds
• You'll get 50 days of onsite work experience
• You'll gain an NVQ level 2 as well as your school subjects

Read more about Young Apprenticeships.