Getting Started with Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships – The Basics What different levels of apprenticeship are there? Choosing the right Training Provider Setting up an apprenticeship programme with HIT Training What are Flexible Apprenticeships? What are Apprenticeship Standards? What is the End-Point Assessment (EPA)? Setting up an Apprenticeship Service account?

The Benefits of Apprenticeships

Indirect benefits from apprenticeships Yorebridge House has developed a suite of apprenticeships at every level Planet Organic is creating a workforce as sustainable as their products Compass Group UK & Ireland take their apprenticeships to the next level JoJo Maman Bébé lives by its value of people, planet and profit, and utilises apprenticeships within these values By investing in apprenticeships, The Star at Cotton is building a passionate and motivated team

Apprenticeship Rules and Responsibilities

What is the Apprenticeship Service? What is off-the-job training? What are the employer’s responsibilities when offering apprenticeships? What is an Apprenticeship Agreement? What is an apprenticeship training plan?

Funding and the Apprenticeship Levy

How much do apprenticeships cost? What is the Apprenticeship Levy? Apprenticeship Levy Transfers Funding apprenticeships in small businesses Further Financial Support for Employers of Apprentices Transferring levy funds to other employers

Onboarding Apprenticeships and Additional Support

Recruiting an Apprentice Launching your apprenticeship programme Building apprenticeships into your talent strategy What is the apprentice Initial Assessment and Skills Scan? What is an apprenticeship training plan? Further Financial Support for Employers of Apprentices Supporting apprentices with additional learning needs

Apprenticeship Terms Explained

What are Apprenticeship Standards? What are Flexible Apprenticeships? What is the End-Point Assessment (EPA)? Apprentice Levy Transfers What is off-the-job training? What is an Apprenticeship Agreement? What is an apprenticeship training plan?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What different levels of apprenticeship are there?

In the UK, there are several levels of apprenticeships available:

Intermediate Level Apprenticeships (Level 2): This is equivalent to five GCSE passes and provides a foundation of skills and knowledge for an individual’s chosen career.
Advanced Level Apprenticeships (Level 3): This is equivalent to two A-level passes and provides a more advanced level of training and skills development in a specific industry.
Higher Apprenticeships (Level 4-7): These apprenticeships offer a higher level of training and skills development and can lead to a Level 4 certificate, HNC, HND, foundation degree or degree.
Degree Apprenticeships (Levels 5-7): These apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with part-time university study, leading to a full bachelor’s or master’s degree.

The exact qualifications and requirements for each level of apprenticeship can vary depending on the specific industry and training provider. However, each apprenticeship is designed to provide a structured and comprehensive training programme, combining practical work experience with off-the-job learning to help individuals develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen career.

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