Junior Apprenticeships

Junior Apprenticeships are a unique new way to learn and start training for a future career for 14-16 year olds.

Junior Apprenticeships are a unique new way to learn and start training for a future career. During Year 10 and 11 young people on a Junior Apprenticeship programme come to college, instead of school, five days a week during term-time.

On a Junior Apprenticeship you can develop knowledge, skills and gain industry qualifications for your chosen future career.

Alongside this you will study English, Maths and Science and continue to sit GCSE exams in these subjects which are important for any future career.

These unique programmes, offer a route for young people to start training towards a future career. Our aim is to make you employable and ready to progress onto your next step – a higher level course or apprenticeship in your chosen career at the age of 16.

We work with over 25 schools across Cardiff and the Vale and provide a range of innovative, stimulating Learning Pathways.

For more information about School Link contact the team: learningpathways@cavc.ac.uk

About our Junior Apprenticeship programme

On a Junior Apprenticeship you will...

  • Have the opportunity to start training for a career at the age of 14 or 15
  • Have the same terms and holidays as your school
  • Study at college during term time five days per week, 9.30am - 3.00pm
  • Receive learning support from our Learning Coaches and continue to receive free transport and school meals if eligible
  • Focus on subjects you really enjoy and would like a future career in
  • Study for industry recognised qualifications
  • Step out of the school environment and into CAVC’s City Centre Campus - a college where you can learn in industry standard facilities and with industry qualified tutors
  • Have the opportunity to gain a Level 1 or 2 qualification relevant to that career, plus GCSEs in English, Maths and Science
  • Gain a guaranteed place at CAVC on a higher level course or apprenticeship in that area when you successfully complete Year 11
  • Prepare for employment and a career in the area you choose

What do we look for?

Year 10 and Year 11 who…

  • Want to start training for a future career
  • Are motivated to come to college, work hard and learn about this subject

You do not need prior qualifications.

How can I apply?

To apply you must speak to your Head of Year in school or lead person where you are currently registered to learn. The College is unable to take direct applications for Junior Apprenticeships.
All applicants must be referred through school or where you are currently registered to learn.

Download our Junior Apprenticeship course guide here! 

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Year 10 Two Year Programmes:

Catering and Hospitality

Think you could be the next top chef? Develop your knowledge, skills and experience for a future career in catering and hospitality - learning in our fantastic restaurant, kitchens and bakery.

Hairdressing and Beauty

Develop skills and experience in Customer Services, Hairdressing and Beauty and open doors to a wide range of careers in these areas, learning in our top class on-site commercial salon and spa, urbasba.

Multi Trades

This programme includes a focus on three different trades, including Automotive, Construction and Building Services. Learners studying on this pathway will develop skills in areas such as mechanics, body repair and maintenance with light or heavy vehicles. You will also have an opportunity to develop hands on skills and experience in brickwork, carpentry, painting and decorating.

Year 11 One Year Programmes:

Multi Skills

This programme includes modules in Hair & Beauty, Hospitality and Catering, and Health and Childcare. This is designed to give you an insight into each of these industries and the career pathway opportunities available.

Multi Trades

This programme lasts for one year and includes a focus on different trades - Automotive, Construction and Building Services. In addition you will develop skills in areas such as mechanics, body repair and maintenance with light or heavy vehicles. There is also opportunity to develop hands on skills and experience in brickwork, carpentry, painting and decorating.