Use this guide if you want to earn while you train, change career or gain a qualification without full-time study, whatever your age. Have your CV or work history and a rough idea of the sectors that interest you.
Step by step
Understand what an apprenticeship involves
An apprenticeship is a real job with training, leading to a recognised qualification, and there is no upper age limit. You are employed and paid, spend part of your working time on training, and are assessed at the end. Levels range from intermediate up to degree level, so experienced adults can often start at a higher level than school leavers. Check current apprentice pay rules on GOV.UK, as the minimum rate depends on age and year of the apprenticeship.
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