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What is an apprenticeship?
05
Aug
By Mollie Elson
Apprentice, Apprenticeships

What is an apprenticeship?

Introduction You may think you know all there is to know about an apprenticeship, or you may not have a clue whatsoever how they work! So, today I’ll be giving an overview as to what they are, how they work, what roles you can do, as well as explaining why they’re so valuable. What is an apprenticeship and how do they work? For those who really don’t know, apprenticeships are essentially a job and studying combined. Often, you'll work 80% of your weekly hours, with 20% dedicated to study and learning time. The time studying can include a range of…
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05
Aug
By Daniel Austin
Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships provide valuable hands on experience

You may be at a point where you are not quite sure what your next step is going to be. Do you go to university? D you know what you'd want to do at university? Do you want to take a gap year and just work whilst you figure this out? These are such important decisions and there is not just one right answer. Apprenticeships can be a very valuable solution as they offer many things such as:- An industry recognized qualification within your field- Invaluable hands on experience on a daily basis- Professional Development- Earning a salary alongside your…
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4 Apprenticeship Experiences vs. University
05
Aug
By Renee Dacres
Apprentice, Apprenticeships, , ,

4 Apprenticeship Experiences vs. University

Will an apprenticeship or university be right for you? I can’t pretend to know that answer. You thought I would right? Unfortunately not. But I've been to university and ended up doing a Digital Marketing Apprenticeship after I graduated. Maybe I can help you make the decision that's right for you . I went to university with a very clear idea of what I wanted to study: Creative Writing. I suited the academic environment, but I think I became too comfortable in it. So much so, that I left university with all of two summer internships under my belt. This…
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05
Aug
By Anisah Ferdous
Apprenticeships

Top 5 ways to be a great apprentice!

Apprenticeships are perfect for those who want to be able to gain industry experience while earning a qualification. What's even more amazing is that you're given a salary to go with it! It's a chance to get ahead with your career, get trained, and gain some on-the-job experience at the same time. But since it’s a mixture of training and actual work, it can be confusing to know how best to approach an apprenticeship. Of course you want to make the best impression on your new employer - but exactly how do you do that? Keep reading to find out…
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05
Aug
By Dexter Ngugi
Apprenticeships

Why YOU Should Apply for an Apprenticeship

If you are in the middle of applying to university but unsure on what you want to study, or whether you want to go, this blog post is for you. I am an Apprentice Network Alumni and a University graduate. I am writing this blog to offer my advice to any sixth form/college students who are thinking about apprenticeships and or if university is for them.  Applying for an apprenticeship when I was a college student led me to my chosen career John Doe Apprentice Network Alumni I felt a massive pressure from teachers when writing my UCAS personal statement…
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05
Aug
By Megan Skalska
Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships over University

Throughout the years, apprenticeships have become hugely popular. With university enrollments slowing down (not just due to the pandemic). You may wonder. What is so good about apprenticeships? You get paid a over minimum wage salary. You gain experience in the working worldYou gain a qualifications whilst working full timeYou gain a social life like you would at university There is multiple level 6 apprenticeships that sponsor your degree whilst you earn money. Which is something that universities are unable to offer as you over the years gain more debt. Over the years, many companies are enrolling in the exec/apprentice…
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05
Aug
By Alpha Diallo
Apprenticeships

Why apprenticeships are a No-Brainer?

What makes apprenticeships so great? Before I go into further detail, we need to understand what is an apprenticeship. An apprenticeship is where you work in a company whilst studying for a qualification, what makes it so great is the fact that you get paid a salary. An apprenticeship is basically a head start. The traditional way of getting into a career is to go to university for three years and then go on a search hunt for a job. Those days are now over, now that apprenticeships have been recognised as a great alternative to university. Taking the apprenticeship…
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05
Aug
By Joey Haimes
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Why going to the university is no longer the ultimate choice

We have been at the point (or at least getting to the point) were A-Levels are fast approaching, and it's time to decide where you want to go in future. I would like to say this point brings us to a cross road, however the way it has always been presented, was to take a singular path towards university, the cross road wasn't whether to go to university or not, but what course to do. The reality is, at that stage of life, you have no clue what you want to do as a career, and in fact only 27 percent of…
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Level 3 Apprenticeships – where to start…
05
Aug
By Ciara Smith
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Level 3 Apprenticeships – where to start…

Interested in Level 3 Apprenticeships, but don't know where to start? Searching for one can be exhausting to say the least. But don't worry, this blog will tell you all you need to know about Apprenticeships, and give you some handy tips on how to begin your search. Firstly, what is an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learns and gains valuable experience, earning an industry-recognised qualification at the end. Typically, apprenticeships are viewed as an alternative to university, but they can be undertaken by anyone as long as they're over the age of 16 (applies…
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Things that make an apprentice priceless
05
Aug
By Thomas Deal
Apprenticeships

Things that make an apprentice priceless

(1) Things that make an apprentice priceless - Enthusiasm Things that makes an apprentice priceless is their enthusiasm to learn new skills and develop their experience. The majority of apprentices have little, if not zero experience to begin with therefore this skill is required. This reassures the employer that they're keen to learn and develop their skills internally. This will open plenty of new opportunities for the apprentice throughout their early stages. Also, with enthusiasm and passion the team will give you more responsibility, as they trust you to perform. (2) Things that make an apprentice priceless - Experience Being…
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