Apprenticships are the New Black
What’s in fashion right now? Apprenticeships. Since the Covid-19 pandemic began, the UK has seen a boom in Apprenticeship applicants. It’s undertandable; the opportunity comes with benefits beyond the basics. And why’s that? Here are 5 reasons.
1. It's a University Alternative
Uni isn’t for everyone. It wasn’t for Covid either. But there are a lot of similarities between joining an Apprenticeship scheme and joining a University, while a lot of more beneficial factors regarding Apprenticships. One being that they are more flexible when it comes to working from home. Since Covid, lockdowns had been imminent and unexpected, making it extremely difficult for University students to stay committed to their schedules and seeing peers face to face. Apprentices have a flexible opportunity to work wherever they want, however they want. Think of it as a headstart toward the qualified working world.
2. Everything is Free!
That’s right. Unlike University, signing up for an Apprenticeship requires not a single fee. We know it’s a long-haul process adapting to the beginning of adult life, especially in the financial sense. With an Apprenticeship, smashing open your piggy bank won’t be necessary.
3. Learning on the Job
What makes being an Apprentice so great, is that you’ll get to learn new things everyday at your company while doing the behind-the-scenes Apprenticeship work in your own time up until hand-in. When it comes to Apprenticeships, the idea is to fulfil long term dreams and goals. You might not know a single thing about Nursing or Law or Telecommunications. The best part is, we’ve got you covered when it comes to training and resources, so you’ll have better understanding when you land at your role where your managers and colleagues can give you further assistance all from our helping hand.
4. A Qualification For You Awaits...
Yep, you heard it right. By the end of the year once your time with us is complete, you’ll be able to say that you’re fully qualified in the course subject you chose. How’s that for a Linkedin brag?
5. It's a Fun, Social Experience
To sum it up nicely. Working with people in your age range, with similar aspirational goals; what could be better? We aim for you to finish your course with new friends, new knowledge and a new angle on your working life. It’s, quite literally, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you’ll only get to do in your younger years.
So good luck, have fun, and keep going!
