APPRENTICESHIPS
If you want the chance to combine practical , on-the-job training with your studies and have an income at the same time , then an apprenticeship might be the right choice for you . They are open to anyone in England , over the age of 16 , and entry requirements vary depending on the type of job you are applying for . During your time as an apprentice , your practical training , and your pay , are provided by your employer , whilst your studies are overseen by a college , training organisation or university . Apprenticeships take between one and five years to complete and your studies at college or university can either be completed in one block of time or be incorporated into your working week .
Depending on the level of the apprenticeship , you can gain the following equivalent national qualifications .
intermediate 2 .......... 5 GCSE passes at grades 9 to 4 advanced 3 .............. 2 A level passes higher 4,5,6 and 7 ...... Foundation degree and above degree 6 and 7 .......... Bachelor ’ s or master ’ s degree
To get more detailed information on apprenticeships , including pay and a ‘ how to ’ application guide , refer to the government ’ s Further Education and Skills website . www . gov . uk / topic / further-education-skills / apprenticeships or https :// www . gov . uk / apply-apprenticeship
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