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FAQs

Below we've listed some of the most common FAQs about apprenticeships...

• Why do an apprenticeship?

                                                                

  • It gives you the opportunity to work for an employer, earn a salary, and gain a qualification,
  • You will gain valuable work experience and transferable skills that will look great on your CV,
  • It's an opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification,
  • It's a great way to continue your education without being in school or college 5 days a week.

• Will I get a job at the end of it?

                                                                   

  • At the end of an Apprenticeship, which can last more than 3 years, you will get a national qualification that is recognised by employers around the world.
  • A high percentage of apprentices move on to a job after finishing their apprenticeship and often are employed by their apprenticeship employer.
  • Even if you don't stay with your apprenticeship employer, your qualification proves that you have excellent skills and experience which is attractive to future employers.
  • You will also have the choice of continuing your studies by going on to Higher Education at college or university.

• What does an apprentice do?

                                                                          

  • You will have a full-time job with a minimum of 30 hours a week, learning the skills you need by directly working with them.
  • Some Apprenticeships require you to go to college (or your Apprenticeship provider) one day a week, other Apprenticeships are all done online.
  • You’ll work towards recieving a nationally recognised qualification that showcases your new skills and talents.

• What types of apprenticeship are there?

                                                                         

  There are hundreds of different types - you can get an apprenticeship in almost any career! Listed below are typical subjects for apprenticeships, but there is nothing stopping you from approaching a business and asking them if they have any alternative opportunties if you have an idea what you want to do!

  The most common apprenticeships in the Bracknell Forest area are:

  • Childcare
  • Customer Service
  • Construction & Building
  • Hairdressing, Barbering, & Beauty Therapy
  • Health and Social Care
  • Healthcare Support Services
  • Hospitality and Catering
  • IT
  • Retail
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Manufacturing
  • Accountancy
  • Electrical Installation and Maintenance
  • Hospitality & Catering
  • Engineering
  • Warehouse and Distribution
  • Public Services

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