Four reasons to choose an apprenticeship
1. You can do an apprenticeship in almost any industry
Apprenticeships aren’t just for practical industries like construction, engineering or plumbing – although they are a fantastic way to start a career in those industries. You can do an apprenticeship in almost anything – agriculture, business, IT, the arts, finance and more. Apprenticeships are also a great way to get your foot in the door of industries that may otherwise be more difficult to get into, such as television or marketing.
2. You could earn more than you might think
Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to earn while you learn, saving on the overall costs for qualifications. You will be paid for the hours that you work, plus for the hours you spend training. You even get paid holidays, just like a regular employee.
3. You could get a qualification at a level that suits you
Apprenticeships are offered at multiple levels so you can get an industry-recognised qualification to give you the career progression you need, from intermediate to degree apprenticeships.
4. Apprenticeships offer great career prospects
According to Apprenticeship achievements: An update for the sector (March 2024, GOV.UK), nearly 70% of occupations can be entered via an apprenticeship. In the 2021 Apprenticeship Evaluation Survey, 85% of respondents agreed that their career prospects had improved since starting or completing their apprenticeship.
