Types of Apprenticeship

Apprenticeships are available at levels 2, 3, 4 and Higher. A level 2 apprenticeship will normally fit an entry-level role within the workplace.

A level 3 apprentice will be expected to take on some areas of responsibility within their job role and at level 4 and above, apprentices will typically have some degree of management responsibility and decision making within the business.

Apprenticeship Standards have now replaced frameworks. Designed for a particular vocational area by a representative group of employers, Standards define the knowledge, skills, and behaviours that an apprentice must meet to achieve their apprenticeship. The apprentice also has to meet minimum standards in maths and English.

Standards involve an independent End Point Assessment process, and the outcome is graded pass, merit or distinction.

Apprenticeship Duration

All Apprenticeships last a minimum of 12 months, many take longer. Typically, a level 3 Apprenticeship will take 18 – 24 months. Some technical apprenticeships take significantly longer. A level 3 in a Construction trade can take 3 years.

Your Apprenticeship Journey

Once recruited by your employer, we will appoint a Training Assessor to support you through your apprenticeship. The training assessor will meet with you and your supervisor to design an Individual Learning Plan.

We will carry out a skills-scan to identify the apprenticeship programme that provides the best fit with the job role and your training requirements.

The assessor will also plan review meetings every 12 weeks to ensure you remain on track to succeed. The assessor will be your key contact for all issues relating to training will support you through the entire journey.