What is an Apprenticeship

Apprenticeships are quite simply a way to earn while you learn.

Get qualified through working and training while earning a salary. As an Apprentice you will need to be employed in the area you want to work in and at the same time will develop your job-specific skills through a combination of on the job learning and college-based training. As part of your time at work you will develop your professional skills each week, learning from experienced colleagues and hands-on experience in the workplace. Whilst at College, your tutors, who are experts in their field, will provide you with all the necessary training for your sector and you will work towards a nationally recognised qualification. Your employer lets you attend college typically for one to three days per week to gain your required qualifications for that job. It’s the perfect combination!

Contacts

If you have any questions please contact our Apprenticeships Team on

T: 01446 748212
E: apprenticeships@cavc.ac.uk

Different levels of Apprenticeships

Whatever your level there are different apprenticeship frameworks to suit everyone. Whether you’ve just left school, you’re a graduate or are already employed we can help you find the right starting point.

Type of Apprenticeship Equivalent Qualification

Foundation Apprenticeship

Apprentices work towards knowledge and competence based qualifications at Level 2 (such as an NVQ Level 2) together with Essential Skills.

Equivalent to five good GCSE passes

Apprenticeship

Apprentices work towards knowledge and competence based qualifications at Level 3 (such as an NVQ Level 3) together with Essential Skills.

Equivalent to two A-level passes

Higher Apprenticeship

Apprentices work towards knowledge and competence based qualifications at Level 4/5 (such as an NVQ Level 4 or above) together with Essential Skills.

Equivalent to a HNC/HND or Foundation Degree level and above