What Do The Different Apprenticeship Levels Mean?
09
Dec
By Tawfeeq Soetan
Apprentice, Apprenticeships

What Do The Different Apprenticeship Levels Mean?

For new school leavers, applying for an apprenticeship for the first time can be confusing because trying to get to grips with the different words used to describe the different apprenticeships is somewhat difficult. One thing you need to consider when applying is. What do the different apprenticeship levels mean? Understanding this will be an important factor in your decision. You need to know the apprenticeship you're about to apply for is the correct path for your career. Additionally, not knowing what the different types mean makes it harder to decide whether you meet the entry conditions. In this post,…
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The apprenticeship levy: what is it?
09
Dec
By Tawfeeq Soetan
Apprenticeships, Employer

The apprenticeship levy: what is it?

An apprenticeship levy is a government-imposed tax on employers in the United Kingdom that funds apprenticeship programs. It was introduced in 2017 and is paid by employers with an annual pay bill of more than £3 million. The levy is charged at a rate of 0.5% of an employer's pay bill and is paid into a central pot which is then used to fund apprenticeship programs. It has been controversial since its introduction, with many employers feeling that they are being unfairly taxed to fund a program they may not use. However, the levy has successfully funded apprenticeship programs and…
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