There are an abundance of paths you can take towards a successful career. To mark National Apprenticeship Week, Student Circuit highlights the value of apprenticeships.
Following the announcement that school and college leavers will be able to apply for apprenticeships alongside university courses, the government is hoping to encourage further upskilling amongst young entrants to the workforce.
National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity for the education and skills sector to celebrate the achievements of apprentices around the country.
Many exclaim that starting an apprenticeship is the best thing they ever did. Apprenticeships open doors and lead to interesting long-term careers.
From gaining invaluable skills to earning your first salary, there are countless benefits to embarking n an apprenticeship.
Free education
An apprenticeship offers free education. You’re getting paid to learn. You can learn a new skill without paying a penny. If you opt for a degree apprenticeship, you can have your whole university course paid for, whilst earning a salary.
Whilst learning, you’ll benefit from support systems and learning aids, giving you all the resources, you need to progress.
You’ll also gain an industry-recognised qualification, which can help validate your skills and knowledge.
Real world, hands-on experience
An apprenticeship prepares you for the real world, enabling you to hit the ground running. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your skillset and benefit from hands-on experience, trained by experienced professionals.
You can learn from your colleagues on a daily basis, putting into practice the theory of what you learn.
Make new connections & create a professional network
Not only can you meet new connections in the form of colleagues and friends, you can create and build a professional network. This means once you’ve completed your apprenticeship, you’re already a step ahead of many, with a list of valuable connections.
Still not convinced?
Apprenticeships aren’t just for school leavers. In fact, they can benefit anyone at any point in their career. For many, apprenticeships can help to pivot and upskill, acting as an opportunity for progression.
Apprenticeships require hard work, dedication, constructive criticism and growth.
Apprenticeships are the answer to onboarding more diverse talent and supporting workers of all ages. Whether it’s parents returning to work, economically inactive individuals, or those looking to reskill, many of whom would never applied for a role due to their perceived lack of relevant experience.
Apprenticeships open new doors to both careers and candidates that have before seemed unattainable.
