What Is An Apprenticeship? – What You Need To Know
21
Apr
By Aleksandr Kim
Apprentice, Apprenticeships

What Is An Apprenticeship? – What You Need To Know

Are you currently studying at school, have recently graduated, looking to start your career or looking for a career switch? Then you may have already heard that an apprenticeship could be the next step you are looking for. But what exactly is an apprenticeship? Today we will explore everything you need to know before you embark on your apprenticeship journey. What is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is an opportunity to gain a formal qualification while gaining work experience directly related to your field of study. During your apprenticeship, you will be employed in a full-time role, while spending at least…
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5 Tips For If You’re Curious About Apprenticeships
21
Apr
By Ayla Kelly
Apprentice, Apprenticeships,

5 Tips For If You’re Curious About Apprenticeships

Intro So, you’ve finished school and don’t know what to do next.  Or maybe you’re looking for a complete career overhaul and need to learn the basics in a new field.  Sounds like an apprenticeship might be right up your street! Apprenticeships are becoming an increasingly popular alternative to university.  Degrees just don’t hold the same weight in the job market as they did 30 years ago (plus they’re very expensive!), so you need something to set you apart from the crowd.  And what better way to prove yourself to an employer than gaining real-life work experience AND qualifications at…
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Working for a digital marketing agency
20
Apr
By Kain O'Riordan-Sapara
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Apprentice, Apprenticeships

Working for a digital marketing agency

Working within agencies comes with a set of positive & unique experiences outside of the normal singular company apprentice experience. In this article I hope to highlight some of the positives you can expect. I'm currently working in a digital marketing apprenticeship role with a company called THINK we are an agency, this means we handle other companies marketing campaigns and marketing material. Here's just some of the benefits I've come across: Refreshing apprentice agency work It’s always fun to get new briefs, brand guidelines and clients that offer opportunities to create NEW work. Working in an agency allows you…
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Are Degree Apprenticeships Worth It?
20
Apr
By Abbie Rickards
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Are Degree Apprenticeships Worth It?

Deciding what to do after school or college is a BIG decision! Perhaps you like the idea of graduating in a cap and gown, but not the big chunk of debt that comes with it. If so, a degree apprenticeship may be perfect for you! Before you make a decision, it's important you have all the information you need to guide your next steps. As a former apprentice, I'm here to give you the full rundown on degree apprenticeships and what to expect, so you can decide whether a degree apprenticeship is worth it for yourself! What are degree apprenticeships…
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20
Apr
By Brendan Mayers
Apprentice, Apprenticeships,

5 reasons apprenticeships are great!

There are many reasons why apprenticeships are a great. Some of those being that apprenticeships are an excellent way to gain skills and experience in a specific industry or trade. They offer a unique combination of on-the-job training and off the job learning. This allows individuals to gain real-world experiences while learning the technical aspects of their chosen field. What are the 5 reasons why apprenticeships are a great? 1. Earn while you learn: Apprenticeships offer individuals the opportunity to earn a wage while they are learning. This means that they can support themselves financially.  As well as gain valuable…
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Unlock your leadership potential and gain industry experience through an apprenticeship today!
17
Apr
By Joseph James
Apprentice, Apprenticeships, ,

Unlock your leadership potential and gain industry experience through an apprenticeship today!

Are you a peer leader or someone who takes pride in getting the best out of a team? Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset and spot opportunities for new ideas and growth? Could you see yourself in a managerial position or even running your very own business? Then have you considered an apprenticeship to develop these qualities and learn the skills necessary to establish yourself as a leader in business? Apprenticeships are a great way for young people to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills while pursuing their career goals. For those interested in management and leadership positions, an…
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Upskill yourself with an apprenticeship
14
Mar
By Eleanor Franklin
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Upskill yourself with an apprenticeship

If you're like me and are eager to learn new skills in a job that pays you while you get first hand experience you should strongly consider doing an apprenticeship. You might be at school and unsure what the future holds for your career. You should upskill yourself and choose to do an apprenticeship. Even if you're a university student and you think your degree is not all it cracked up to be - consider an apprenticeship and upskill yourself. Similarly, if you're bored of a dead-end job and you want to challenge yourself with something new - choose an…
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14
Mar
By Paige Toms
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Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree

Become a Healthcare science practitioner (HSCP) with an integrated degree in this bespoke apprenticeship course. The duration of this course is a minimum of 36 months. Apprentices will achieve an accredited/approved BSc (Honours) degree in Healthcare Science (Level 6). What does a Healthcare Science Practitioner do? Health Care Science Practitioners (HCSPs) work independently as well as as part of a team, providing Health Care Science (HCS) and technical services related to their specific area/department. To practice within the scope of their HCS specialization, HCSPs must possess knowledge, skills, competences, attitudes, values, and behaviors. As well as leading and supporting teams involved…
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5 Key Benefits of being an Apprentice!
14
Mar
By Jakariar Hussain
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5 Key Benefits of being an Apprentice!

If you're considering a career change or just starting out in the workforce, you might want to consider an apprenticeship. Apprenticeships offer a range of benefits that can help you jumpstart your career and gain valuable skills and experience. Here are five benefits of choosing an apprenticeship as your career path. 1. Hands-on experience Apprenticeships provide you with practical, hands-on experience in your chosen field. Unlike traditional education programs, apprenticeships offer on-the-job training that allows you to learn and apply your skills in a real-world setting. This can give you a competitive edge when it comes to finding employment, as…
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27
Jan
By Joseph James
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Can an apprenticeship unlock your dream career?

What did you want to be when you grew up? Police officer; hair stylist; a chef maybe? Something exciting that drew on your passions and hobbies no doubt. As a child, the possibilities are endless and our dreams are unbounded by the expectations of “finding a real job” or “my parents want me to be a doctor”. We could simply dream… As a teenager and young adult, it’s all too easy to become grounded by family expectations and societal norms. But what if I don’t want to go to university? Or become a doctor? Or run the family business? Then…
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