Apprenticeships in Wales
There are two levels of apprenticeships in Wales:
Foundation Modern Apprenticeships usually take up to two years to complete, provide skills to NVQ level 2 and provide natural progression to a Modern Apprenticeship
Modern Apprenticeships usually take up to three years to complete and provide skills to NVQ level 3.
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:
Communication
Working with others
Numeracy
Information technology
Problem solving. - Additional Components - these vary from industry to industry but may include additional units from other NVQs, technical certificates and industry specific qualifications such as gas ACS or water regulations.
I'm interested - where next?
You can contact Education & Learning Wales for how to find out more information on recruiting an apprentice. Telephone 08456 088 066 or visit the ELWa website.
