Why Apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are a great way to start towards a
professional career, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills
and gain recognised qualifications, while getting paid to do
it!
Many employers offer apprenticeships as a way for new candidates to
gain access to an industry. They work closely with training
providers so that the apprentice gets the best out of their role
within a company, and the company gets a productive member to their
organisation. Apprenticeship qualifications are designed to provide
you with practical on-the-job training relevant to the position you
hold as an employee, and these qualifications can be used to gain
future employment.
Becoming an Apprentice
Becoming an apprentice is just like getting a job: you
must meet a certain standard to be eligible for the position
offered. Usually apprenticeships tend to be for people of between
16 - 19 years of age, and have a general education (e.g. GCSE's)
although the standard required would be stated within the
advertisement, so don't be put off in applying just because you
don't feel you have what it takes!
How long does it take?
Apprenticeships usually take 12 - 18 months to complete,
dependent on the qualification level and the candidates former
skills and knowledge. The cost of the apprenticeship is covered by
the Government or by the employer; you will not have to pay for
your own training.
How to apply
Many apprenticeships can be found on the Apprenticeships website. The
website provides you with a base where you can prepare your
profile: a list of skills, abilities and credentials used to apply
for apprenticeships.
All you need to do is register with Apprenticeships, complete the
profile and start applying! (click here)
Latest News: IPECO holds Apprenticeship Open
Evening!
IPECO Holdings is holding an Apprenticeship Open Evening on
Thursday 1st March 2012
The aeronautical engineering giant is looking to recruit a number
of apprentices for their main production site, based at Southend
London Airport. This event would provide a great insight for
any young person wanting to start a career in
engineering, as well as the benefits of working with a manufacturer
like IPECO.
