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 to England). Apprenticeships are offered in various levels, ranging from 2-7; each level is equivalent to a different education level. E.g. Level 3 Apprenticeships are equivalent to two A-Levels.
What Level 3 Apprenticeships can I do?
There are more than 145 different types of Level 3 Apprenticeships to choose from. Some are suited to people with niche interests, others are more broadly focused. Therefore, there will be one out there for you!
To name a few:
- Digital marketing
- Business administrator
- Teaching assistant
- Train driver
- Veterinary nurse
- Junior journalist
- Fashion studio assistant
Where can I find Level 3 Apprenticeship vacancies?
Apprenticeship vacancies are released all year round, with different key dates to look out for per company. You have to be committed to the search and stay on top of things.
Here are some handy websites to get you started:
- Gov UK
- Rate my Apprenticeship
- Not Going to Uni
- UCAS Apprenticeships
- Get My First Job
- Milk Round
- Indeed
- Multiverse
- Apprentice Nation
What else can I do to stand out?
Level 3 Apprenticeships are incredibly competitive, so knowing how to make your application stand out from your peers is very important.
Here are five important tips to keep in mind when applying:
- Tailor your application to the role. This will show that you’re passionate about what you’re applying for.
- Take time to research about the company you’re applying for. Stay up to date with the latest news, projects, and updates; it’s great to include what you found in conversations.
- Make sure you get YOU across. Employers will receive hundreds of applications, but you have to make sure you sell your true self properly.
- Show you’re passionate about the area you’re applying for. Have you got any work experience in that area? Or completed an online course?
- Stay positive! No one likes to hear that they haven’t been successful, but it’s important to not be disheartened and not let one ‘no’ get in the way of a future ‘yes’.
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