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An Apprenticeship combines paid work and study to gain qualifications. There are Apprenticeships in many different occupations.

Different types of Apprenticeships are available and the right one for you will depend on your interests, experience and opportunities in your area. All Apprenticeships include the following basic elements:

NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) at level 2 or 3 - this proves you can do the job.

Technical Certificate This shows you have the full underpinning knowledge required within the NVQ.
Key Skills Such as Communication and Application of Number. (If you have good, recent GCSE results, you may not need to do these at all.)
ERR (Employment Rights and Responsibilities) module – may be required.
Enhancements These are other qualifications or requirements that may be specified by particular occupations, eg First Aid certificate.

What are the Levels of Apprenticeship?

Apprentice - This is an NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship. At this level you will be working under the direction of a supervisor carrying out routine and slightly more complex tasks.

Advanced Apprentice - This is an NVQ Level 3 Apprenticeship. At this level you will be taking control of and responsibility for more complex tasks. You may also be supervising, or delegating to other staff.

How Long Does it Take?

The time to complete an Apprenticeship depends on the ability of the apprentice, the employer’s requirements and the chosen profession, but they usually last between one and two years for each level.