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The Facts About Apprenticeships
What are Apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are a combination of real work and day release to study a qualificationin the occupation you have chosen as a career. By doing an apprenticeship you will achieve a national vocational qualification whilst "earning a wage all at the same time!" To applpy and start an apprenticeship you need to have left school but you can apply to us before you leave school.
What qualifications do I need?
There are no set entry qualifications - you need to be living in England and not have a degree or equivalent qualification.
Employers in particular sectors do require minimum levels of qualifications see specific apprenticeships for details.
If you need further information or advice give us a call: (0191) 388 4488
You can access adivce if you're under 19 years of age from your local Connexions Service and if you r over 19 contact Next Step on 0800 0277944 or log onto www.nextstepnortheast.org.uk/
Are there difference Apprenticeships available?
At Durham Training we offer apprenticeships in the following occupations:
Accounting (AAT)
Beauty Therapy
Business Administration
Customer Service
Hairdressing
Barbering
If you want to know what other apprenticeships are available contact the Connexions Service (as detailed above) or check www.apprenticeships.org.uk
How long will an Apprenticeship take?
Apprenticeships are flexible to suit your potentical and pace of learning, there is normally no fixed time. We will discuss this with you in more detail during your interview.
How much will I get paid?
The new hourly rate of pay for apprentices is £2.60 (this rate is due for any day release the apprentice attends as part of their apprenticeship).
Where will I be trainined?
Most of your training will take place on the job by working for a local employer. We will try to locate an employer local to you so you do not need to travel too far. However, this does depend on available employers and you will be expected to travel within a reasonable distance. You will also have regular day release at our training centre in Chester-le-Street to undertake training and assessment towards your qualification.
What support will I receive?
When you come in for your interview you will meet your tutor. This person will help you to settle in to your apprenticeship and monitor your progress. Your tutor will give you encouragement throughout your apprenticeship and help you to set targets towards completing your apprenticeship. Your tutor is key to making your apprenticeship run smoothly. Also you will have a mentor to provide any additional support, advice and guidance you may require during your apprenticeship.