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May

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What is an Apprenticeship?

Interested in starting an apprenticeship but not sure what it is? Well you’re in luck - in this post we will demystify exactly what apprenticeships are, how these programmes work, who can apply and what the different apprenticeship levels mean. An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee gains invaluable experience while also learning the theory side of their role. Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning with a training provider, college or university and after successful completion gain a nationally recognised qualification. An apprenticeship includes: Hands-on-experience in your role Paid…

Balance Yourself: Work-Life-Apprenticeship

May

By Gemma Grange

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Balance Yourself: Work-Life-Apprenticeship

Since the beginning of the pandemic and working from home more frequently, the work-life balance as we knew it has been thrown out of the window. Working longer hours where you eat, sleep and live has meant boundaries have been broken - this leads to burnout, fatigue and poor mental health. Surely this leads us to question why on earth would you want to add another spinning plate to your life in the form of an apprenticeship? They are no small thing to undertake - would it mean working even longer hours, into the night and on weekends? Would I…

Apr

By Kenya Young-Denton

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Thinking About Apprenticeships- Apprentice Edition

Thinking About Apprenticeships- Apprentice Edition Here at the Apprenticeship Network we strive ourselves to give out the best information on Apprenticeships to help both Apprentices and Employers. So with that being said here is a quick guide on what to do if you are thinking about Apprenticeship and what you can do to find the perfect resources to help you get hired. Step 1- Find Out What Your Good At I know when we try to think about what we're good at or enjoy it can be quite daunting but it does help when looking for an apprenticeship. Finding out…

Apr

By Charlotte Grayson

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Digital Marketing Specialist Areas

What are Specialist Areas? By 'specialist areas', we mean key pillars that make up Digital Marketing. They form the base of Digital Marketing, and can help inform a Digital Marketing strategy. For those new to Digital Marketing, perhaps a budding apprentice, this blog post will explore definitions of the 6 specialist areas. In addition, you will be provided with tools to explore further. Specialist area #1 : SEM Search Engine Marketing (SEM) is a blanket term used for methods to optimise website performance. This includes SEO and PPC, the second and third specialist areas. Specialist area #2 : SEO Search…

Apr

By Elizabeth Harvey

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Why choose an apprenticeship?

Stuck with what to do next? Apprenticeships could be the perfect solution for you, they give you the opportunity to learn a new skill in something that interests you. The first question you may have is what exactly is an apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a program that prepares you for a specific trade, undertaking on the job training and studying either from a classroom or reading. So why should you choose an apprenticeship? Firstly, apprenticeships are great whether you are finishing school and don't know what to do next or want to change career path. This is because they give…

Apprenticeships: Be Paid To Go to School

Mar

By Angelica Wilson

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Apprenticeships: Be Paid To Go to School

Did You Ever Wish You’d Been Paid To Go to School? Ok, so you’re beyond that point, you’ve already completed school, but what about your next steps? Did you know you can ‘earn as you learn’, with an apprenticeship programme? You’re probably in a rush, so don’t worry, I’ve kept this short, just a brief 2-minute overview to give you a flavour for why an apprenticeship might be the next career step you’re looking for… What Is an Apprenticeship? In a nutshell, an apprenticeship is a paid job, complete with holiday leave and a contract of employment, where you learn while you work and get hands on experience to develop…

Mar

By maya Dholakia

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Our Top Tips to Succeed as an Apprentice

It can take some time to settle into a new role! With so much information and meeting new people, it's natural to feel a little nervous and sometimes overwhelmed! To start your apprenticeship off the right way, it can help to be prepared. From making a good first impression to knowing what will be expected of you in your day-to-day role, there are lots of things you can do to make the most of your new position. We've put together a list of our top tips to help you find your feet and flourish as an apprentice! Stay Organised Organise…

Feb

By Rav Sharma

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Uni & Debt or Earning & Learning?

What to do next after school? Whether you are finishing up you A-levels, BTEC or college in general, thinking about what you wish to do next is always daunting. But have no fear the Apprenticeship Network is here! University is no longer the social norm. Students have spent around 15 years of their life in school. Spending another 3-4 years just doesn't sound appealing anymore. Work-based learning is a game changer. It's like test driving a career, and I have seen it in action with our registered apprenticeship programs for high school students.Kim Reynolds This is where apprenticeships come into…

Feb

By Lewis Sarwar

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Kick-Starting Your Career

Coming to the end of your educational years can be an incredibly challenging time as there’s no longer that set-in-stone next step that we’re so used to taking up until that point. Suddenly there’s a whole host of options which you have to choose from even if you’re completely unsure what you want to do in the future (which most people are). However, this wide array of options shouldn’t be something to dread but instead be seen as an exciting opportunity to decide where to go next. Choosing what you might want to do for a living isn’t always an…

Feb

By Siham Hussain

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Getting the most out of your apprenticeship

Starting a new role can be daunting and you want to make the most out of your role, especially as an apprentice on a contract. Apprenticeships can last anywhere from 12 months or more so it’s important to gain as much skills and knowledge as possible. Here are a few tips on getting the most out of your time. Tip 1: Building connections There are many workers within your company completing different roles daily. Whether there’s an area of work you’d like to get better in or explore other positions, connecting with others is a great form of building relationships.…