Apprenticeships are government-approved programmes, lasting a minimum of a year, which combines a job, practical training and study. There are hundreds of apprenticeships, covering everything from accountancy to watchmaking. Apprenticeships have different levels depending on how senior they are, ranging from level 2 (entry-level) to level 8 (PhD-level).

Apprenticeships are largely funded by the government – individuals cannot pay for their apprenticeships. Businesses pay the Apprenticeship Levy of 0.05% on all pay over £3M per year. This goes into each businesses’ Digital Account where the government adds 10%. This money is then available to spend on apprenticeships. Money that has lain in the account for more than two years expires and returns to the government.

Organisations with less than £3M in salaries each year pay only 5% of the total cost of the apprenticeship, with the government directly paying the rest.

Organisations with fewer than 50 staff don’t pay anything towards apprenticeships if the apprentice is 16-18 years old or 19-24 years old and has been in care or has an EHC plan.

Apprenticeships in general can vary from £2500 to £27,000, with our selection ranging from £4500 to £18,000 depending on the course.

These costs are paid for through the Apprenticeship Levy fund. For non Levy employers, they will be required to pay 5% of the apprenticeship cost, with the government paying the other 95%. For companies with fewer than 50 staff, in which case the Government will pay the full amount.

Apprenticeship duration’s vary but last a minimum of a year and can last up to five years. Our apprenticeships last from 14 to 24 months depending on programme.

Enrolment takes place online, guided by one of our candidate engagement team. Enrolment consists of a registration form, literacy and numeracy assessments, prior skills and knowledge assessments, and eligibility and documentation checks. Once this is complete, applicants can be put forward for vacancies or added onto the programme.