Apprenticeships have changed in recent years. No longer are they just an option for young people wanting to get into manual trades. Modern apprenticeships are available across hundreds of different job roles, from entry to degree level and open to all ages from 16 upwards.
An apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with studying for a formal qualification and can be used to employ a new person into your organisation or to upskill your existing staff.
By the end of an apprenticeship, apprentices should have gained the skills and knowledge needed to become a valued member of your workforce and can help to fill skills gaps in your organisation.
What are the benefits to your business?
Apprentices are proven to have a number of benefits for businesses, from boosting productivity to having a positive effect on staff morale. Find out more about just some of the benefits in the video below:
What are the costs to your business?
Funding is available to help employers cover the costs of apprenticeship training. Training Providers can usually help and support you along the way.
Interested in finding out more?
Our Business Skills Advisors can chat with you about how apprenticeships could work for your business. Get in touch with the team
How have other businesses benefitted?
We've worked with a number of businesses that have benefitted from taking on an apprentice. We recently spoke to Sarah from Beauty Oasis Spa, on how apprentices have made a lasting impression on her business. Watch the full video below:
How can we help?
Our Business Skills Advisors can offer free impartial advice to businesses on all types of apprenticeships.
We can support you to create a workforce plan to ensure you have the right skills in your team now and in the future
We can answer any questions you have and connect you with local and national training providers to make it easy for your business to get all the apprenticeship support it needs.