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Becoming an apprentice
Apprenticeships should be open to anyone, including disabled adults who might reach this stage several years after leaving school. To become an apprentice, you must:
- be 16 or over
- not already be in full-time education
- live in England
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you're upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
As an apprentice you’ll:
- learn and train for a specific job
- get paid and receive holiday leave
- get hands-on experience in a real job
- study for at least 20% of your working hours - usually at a college, university or with a training provider
- complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
- be on a career path with lots of future potential
Apprenticeships usually last for between one and six years depending on which apprenticeship you choose, the level and your previous experience in that job area.
Usually, apprenticeships involve working four days a week and spending one day a week studying. They are offered at six different levels:
- Intermediate (Level 2): Equivalent to five GCSE passes
- Advanced (Level 3): Equivalent to two A level passes
- Higher (Level 4): Equivalent to an HNC or a foundation degree
- Degree (Levels 5-6): Equivalent to a bachelor's degree
- Degree (Level 7): Equivalent to a master's degree
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