Apprenticeships in England
There are two levels of apprenticeship in England:- Apprenticeships usually last at least two years and apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification at Level 2, Key Skills and in most cases a technical certificate.
- Advanced Apprenticeships usually last for three years and apprentices work towards a National Vocational Qualification at Level 3, Key Skills and a technical certificate.
Although each apprenticeship framework is specific to the particular industry, they are all made up of three parts:
- NVQ Level Two or Three - the occupational NVQs for the sector are the core of every framework.
- Key Skills - the skills everyone needs to be able to adapt constantly to changing work situations, including
Communication
Numeracy
Information technology - Additional Components - these vary from industry to industry but may include additional units from other NVQs, technical certificates and industry specific learning or qualifications such as gas ACS or water regulations.
I'm interested - where next?
You can contact your local Learning & Skills Council to enquire about recruiting an apprentice in your area. Alternatively register your details on www.apprenticeships.org.uk to be contacted by a local learning provider.
