Too old for an apprenticeship?
27
Jan
By Rosie Cox
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Too old for an apprenticeship?

You are never too old for an apprenticeship. Looking to learn new skills, refresh or have a change of career however old you are. Apprenticeships are out there for everyone, from young people to mature adults. One of the biggest misconceptions today is that apprenticeships are for recent school leaver's. Yes, young people get a lot of encouragement to consider apprenticeships as a career path- and rightly so however that does not mean to say apprenticeships are not for mature adults. Modern apprenticeships have developed and diversified significantly, so much so that some are better suited to those who are…
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Apprenticeships – A different way to learn
22
Dec
By Rita Baptiste
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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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8 Apprenticeship Myths vs. Facts
21
Oct
By Annie Chen
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8 Apprenticeship Myths vs. Facts

1. Apprenticeship is paid work while you can learn new skills Too good to be true? But it is! There are skills that you can’t learn during the academic training. From the hands-on experience, you can benefit from working with other senior employees and experienced colleagues from different backgrounds to upskill your team-working, time-management, problem-solving and communication skills. You can further expand your skillset as well as getting a feel of a professional working environment and understand where your best fit is. Check out other Apprenticeship Network blogs for more experience sharing stories. What’s even better is the experiences you…
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23
Sep
By Jassi Panum
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Digital Marketing Apprenticeship : My advice

"Don’t be afraid to ask for help, especially when you’re starting new." - Jassi's advice What is a Digital Marketing Apprenticeship? before we get into my advice a digital marketing apprenticeship is an 18 month schemewhere you work on the strategic promotion of a product or brandwhile expanding your knowledge through continuous workshops hosted by your apprenticeship provider. What do you do day to day as a digital marketer? As a marketer, you are constantly tasked with understanding which platforms are going to be most beneficial to your company. I assist Paramount by marketing our streaming services using online media platforms…
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4 reasons why you’re never too old to be an apprentice
22
Sep
By Laura Nightingale
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4 reasons why you’re never too old to be an apprentice

In the past, apprenticeships were once just for 16–24-year-olds so when you think of apprentices you are probably imagining young adults who are fresh out of school. Fortunately, the age restrictions were scrapped a few years ago and in the year 2019/2022 over 45% of apprenticeship starts were by people over the age of 24. In fact, over the last couple of years, a lower proportion of starters were under the age of 19 and a higher proportion were over the age of 19 (House of Commons). This just shows the popularity of adult apprenticeships and how these programmes are…
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First Day As An Apprentice, What It Might Look Like?
30
Aug
By Lily Davis
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First Day As An Apprentice, What It Might Look Like?

First day as an apprentice, scary right? I think the nerves of starting a new job, is the fear of the unknown. Down to the biggest worries – I am going to do well, will I like my new colleges; all the way down to, what if I can’t find the toilet. It’s human nature to feel a mix of emotions before/on your first day but here are a few things that will most likely happen on your first day. Plan Your Commute You don’t want to be stressed on your first day – don’t do that to yourself! Know…
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04
Aug
By Hadeeka Hussain
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Why did I choose to go down the route of an apprenticeship instead of university?

My Story which leads me to a Digital Marketer- My name is Hadeeka, and I will be summing up my story of how I landed a digital marketing apprenticeship for one of the leading media companies in the world and why I chose to go down this route. I’m sure most of you would agree that growing up we are taught the norm is finishing college / doing A-levels and going to university to become a graduate. Growing up I was never made aware that there are alternative routes after finishing school instead of the traditional route of university. Due…
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29
Jun
By Aranpreet Ruprai
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Is an apprenticeship worth it?

Want to join me on my pathway to working with one of the biggest media agencies in the world? I will be writing about how I got to where I'm at now. This is how I became a digital marketing apprentice and what my daily life is like. Application Process After completing my BTEC Business course in during college I was juggling a few part time jobs, hobbies and my future career around. I had found a passion for baking and becoming a makeup artist however I didn't realize a huge thing I was doing every single day of my…
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23
Jun
By Ollie Burton
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Apprenticeships, a step in the right direction?

We've all been there, actively searching the depths of the internet, looking for that dream job. With the pressure of going to University, getting a well paid job and becoming vastly successful, there's no wonder why you're here. One option that's often swept under the rug is Apprenticeships. But why are they good, and if so, are they good for you? With a 26% increase in Apprenticeship starts from 2018, what's the reasons behind this? The big, blinding benefits of Apprenticeships Marvelous Money One benefit we can all agree on is the wages. Albeit lower than the typical nine till…
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