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Apprenticeship Career Path

Apprenticeship Career Path

Top 3 Reasons YOU Should do an Apprenticeship I get it... Figuring out what you want to do for a career is a difficult and daunting task. Despite our parents best efforts of guidance, many of us have no idea what we are going to have for breakfast tomorrow, let alone what career path we want to choose (well perhaps that's just me). But, have you ever considered an apprenticeship for your career path? Picture this... me, at 18 years old, sat at home munching on leftover spaghetti Bolognese whilst scrolling through endless job sites trying to find that one…
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The Apprenticeship Network blog

The top 5 things that make Apprenticeships priceless Apprenticeships have risen and developed an amazing amount over the past couple of years and helped people further there success, not only in the industry they want to work in, but also developed themselves tremendously as a person.  Whether your a young person looking for a very strong alternative to going to university and don't want to be racked up with the stress of no experience or income. Or if your an employer who feels the need to train up some of your employees professionally, apprenticeships at Apprenticeship Network is a route…
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Why I Chose to Become an Apprentice

Why I Chose to Become an Apprentice

My name is Layla. Today, I'm sharing my reasons for becoming an apprentice with The Apprenticeship Network. Since I was about 12-years-old, I had a clear idea of what I wanted my future to look like: studying hard to get good A-Levels, getting into a good university, and then spending the span of my future working life trying to change the world. My plan seemed simple enough, and I had the skills to make my dream a reality. But life has a strange way of not going exactly to plan... "I really wanted to contribute something to the world." At…
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Why You Should Consider an Apprenticeship over University

Why You Should Consider an Apprenticeship over University

An apprenticeship course provides you with training and skills in a specific trade or profession whilst earning a wage. They are a good option when considering a new career or a complete career change and can be suitable for all ages once you have left school. Apprenticeships can last anywhere from one year to four years depending on the length of the training period and the type of work you're doing. In many cases they're shorter than university degrees. Plus, there is no debt included with an apprenticeship, so you have more freedom for later in life What are the…
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Level 4 – Software Developer

Overview The Software Developer role is responsible for building and testing high quality code for software on behalf of the business As a software developer, you are in responsible for understanding a client’s requirements as provided in their design specification and then to build and test high quality code, to deliver the best outcome. This includes: Compartmentalising tasks into logical units of work to increase productivity and functionData gathering and reporting on the performance of the softwareIdentify impediments and issues that the software may face so that they can be dealt with swiftly and effectivelyConvert client requirements into technical requirementsWrite…
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Level 4 – Senior housing/property management apprenticeship

Overview The Senior housing/Property management role is responsible for the management and delivery of housing and property services on behalf of the business As a Housing/Property Manager, you are in charge of the technical and operational capabilities of the housing company and how this relates to tenants, potential tenants and staff. This includes: Be up to date housing legislation and principles in accordance to UK lawUnderstand local housing governance, court proceedings, contracts and data protectionUnderstand the business planning process, financial and risk management, organisation values/structure and also the wide range of services available to customers Senior housing/Property management Competencies The…
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Apprenticeships – A different way to learn

Apprenticeships – A different way to learn

Welcome to the Apprenticeship Network, where we have one aim - to join employers and candidates who want to earn as they learn . University is not for everyone and we understand the importance of offering alternative sources of learning to individuals. We also recognise that businesses thrive through a workforce that possess skills that are fundamental to growth and development. We're committed to providing a platform where all those involved in apprenticeships can communicate and connect. Being paid while you earn will appeal to a number of individuals who are not keen to follow the traditional route of education…
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Elementor #4572

The Digital Marketer - Gain the Grade! Reach for the Stars in your Digital Marketing Apprenticeship. All you need to know to gain the grade. Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours are the components to a successful apprenticeship. Criteria is based on..... The What? The How? And The With Whom? Each of these three criteria have minimum expected requirements, which must be satisfied for a pass. (more…)
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Elementor #4567

Elementor #4567

How about a career as a Baker? Choosing an apprenticeship can unlock your potential 90% of Apprentice Now's apprentices progressed into employment or further study Click here to learn more about apprenticeship now First lets learn about the different types of Bakers.....  There are three types of Bakers may work in a craft, plant or retail outlet.  A craft baker works in a production unit producing hand crafted bakery products. They supply their own retail outlets or sell direct to third party wholesale customers.  A plant baker produces bakery products using large scale production methods, to supply food and retail…
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Apprenticeship Vs University

Apprenticeship Vs University

Apprenticeship or university? I’m guessing this is the question you are asking yourself which has led you to this page. This is the exact question I was asking myself a year ago and now having made my decision and gained lots of knowledge I hope I can help! Making the decision at a young age of knowing what to do with your whole career can be daunting. It’s okay not to know, in fact only 27% of graduates are in a job related to their university degree.   Losing your social life Although university can be amazing to gain knowledge…
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