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About apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine real work with training and study. Unlike college or university, you’ll apply what you learn directly on the job, gaining hands-on experience and skills.  

As an apprentice you will:  

  • train for the workplace and gain skills directly relevant to your job  
  • get hands-on experience by working on real tasks and projects  
  • receive pay and entitlement to employment rights such as sick leave and holiday pay 
  • spend at least 20% of your working hours training or studying 
  • regularly evaluate your progress and finish with an end-point assessment.  

Apprenticeships take 1 to 6 years to complete, depending on: 

  • the type of apprenticeship 
  • the level you choose 
  • your previous experience 

If you take a break from learning, it may take longer to finish.  

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