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What are the benefits of an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are an exciting option -  you get hands-on training and also the chance to put your skills into practice.

Apprenticeships are available at multiple levels. From school leavers, people upskilling in their careers and complete career changes. There are hundreds to choose from and some include a qualification, like a degree.

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Starting your apprenticeship

Before you start your apprenticeship, your employer will usually contact you. When they do, you should try to find out:

• your working hours
• the dress code
• what you need to bring - for example, your ID or a notepad and pens
• your travel options - for example, where to park or the nearest train station
• who to ask for on your first day

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Apprenticeships Roles and Responsibilities

Roles – Who’s Who?

When you become an apprentice it’s useful to understand who everybody involved is and what they do to help you achieve your apprenticeship.

The most important relationship in any apprenticeship is between you (the apprentice), your employer and your training provider.

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Support For Apprentices With a Learning Difficulty or Disability

What if I have a learning difficulty or disability

 If you have a learning difficulty or a disability your training provider and employer may be able to put some extra support and assistance in place to help you complete your apprenticeship.

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End Point Assessment

What is the End Point Assessment?

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be assessed to make sure you’re achieving the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for your apprenticeship.

At the end of your apprenticeship training, you must complete an End Point Assessment (EPA). This will test that you are competent in your occupation or job role and once completed will mean you will achieve your Apprenticeship Standard and receive your Apprenticeship Completion Certificate to recognise you have successfully completed your apprenticeship.

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Connect And Network With Other Apprentices

Being able to connect with other apprentices can be an important part of the apprenticeship experience. You can share experiences, learn from other apprentices, and discuss and get support with any concerns or issues you might have.

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Support For Care Experienced Apprentices

What Support can I get as a Care Experienced Apprentice?

By saying care experienced we are referring to anyone who has been or is currently in care or from a looked after background at any stage of their life, no matter how short, including adopted children who were previously looked after.

If you are care experienced, you may be able to access extra support to help you complete your apprenticeship.

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