Apprenticeship training programmes are the
proven way to train your workforce. Apprenticeships can make your
organisation more effective, productive and competitive by
addressing your skills gaps directly, even in uncertain economic
times.
What are apprenticeships?
They are work-based training programmes designed around the
needs of employers, which lead to national recognised
qualifications.
Who are apprenticeships for?
You can use Apprenticeships to train both new and existing
employees. Funding is available to train apprentices.
Who runs apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are designed by the Sector Skills Councils (part
of the Skills for Business network), while the National
Apprenticeship Service helps to fund the training.
How are apprenticeships developed?
Business representatives from the relevant industry sector work
with the Sector Skills Councils to develop the course content.
Because they genuinely understand your business, the training will
be relevant for your industry.
Where do apprenticeships take place?
This is up to you. Most of the training is 'on the job' at your
premises. The rest can be provided by us at Lewisham College or by
another approved apprentice training partner.
Facts in numbers
- 80% of those employers who employ apprentices agree they make
their workplace more productive.
- 81% of consumers favour using a company which takes on
apprentices.
- The National Minimum Wage for apprentices is £2.50 per hour.
Many employers prefer to pay more however, and research shows that
the average salary is approx £170 per week.
- Employers who take on a 16-18 year old apprentice only pay
their salary. The Government will fund their training.
- Over 100,000 employers offer Apprenticeship places in over 190
job roles across a wide range of sectors.
- 88% of employers who employ apprentices believe that
Apprenticeships lead to a more motivated and satisfied
workforce.
- 83% of employers who employ apprentices rely on their
Apprenticeships programme to provide the skilled workers that they
need for the future.
- One in five employers are hiring more apprentices to help them
through the tough economic climate.
See the different types of Apprenticeship
training that The Skills People provide.
Contents of this page adapted from www.apprenticeships.org.uk