Apprenticeships and Work Based Learning
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Employers - apprenticeships are the proven way to train your workforce. Apprenticeships can make your organisation more effective, productive and competitive by addressing your skills gaps directly, even in uncertain economic times.
The Apprenticeship programme has been designed to help your employees reach a high level of competency and performance and with over 180 different types of Apprenticeships, there’s bound to be a place for an apprentice in your organisation.
What is an Apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are an on-the-job training programme which leads to a nationally recognised qualification, developed by industry. The National Apprenticeship Service supports, funds and co-ordinates the delivery of Apprenticeships throughout the UK.
What Does it Involve?
An Apprenticeship includes the following components:
- A minimum of 16 hours per week paid employment.
- A knowledge based element.
- A competency based element.
- Transferable or “key skills”.
- A module on employment rights and responsibilities.
How Long Does it Take?
The length of an Apprenticeship varies depending on prior skills levels of the apprentice, the qualification being obtained and industry sector. Generally, Apprenticeships take between one and three years to complete.
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For further information on these opportunities contact:
Training Services, North Nottinghamshire College, Carlton Road, Worksop, Notts., S81 7HP.
Telephone: 01909 504562
Fax: 01909 504505
Email: apprenticeships@nnc.ac.uk
For more information visit – www.apprenticeships.org.uk
