Apprenticeships for Learners

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For further information, or to find out more about the Apprenticeships THC can offer you, contact Emilia Bortagaray on 020 7510 7613 or email us.

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What you need to know!

Apprenticeships offer you the opportunity to develop skills and gain qualifications whilst earning, giving you the confidence and communication skills you need in the workplace. Below are the answers to many frequently asked questions...

• Do I have to pay anything to become an apprentice? No. The Learning and Skills Council covers the cost of training
• What Apprenticeships are available? There is an Apprenticeship available for almost every type of job. Different colleges deliver different Apprenticeships. Tower Hamlets College specialises in Business Administration, Customer Service and IT User frameworks.
• How long do Apprenticeships last? Apprenticeships and Advanced Apprenticeships last as long as it takes to achieve competence in the job for which you are training. This varies by sector but, in general, Apprenticeships last around eighteen months.
• What’s involved in the selection process? Getting an Apprenticeship is like getting a job. You will be interviewed and even asked to take tests to see if you’re the right person. So you need to be prepared to sell yourself and convince others that an Apprenticeship is right for you.
• Do apprentices get paid? All employed apprentices must receive a wage of no less than £95 per week. However, recent research found that apprentices earn an average of £170 net pay per week. The highest paying sector is Electro-technical at £210 per week.
• What’s the role of Tower Hamlets College?  THC is  responsible for your training. At the start, they will appoint a mentor who will work with your employer to make sure that the training is well planned. Once you’ve begun your Apprenticeship, your mentor will follow your progress and deal with any issues that may arise.
• What’s the role of the employer? The employer is the most important part of an Apprenticeship. They give you an induction into the company and your role. They also provide on-the-job training and pay your wages. You will have a manager at work who will be responsible for helping you throughout your training
• I’ve already got a job – can I still do an Apprenticeship?  Yes. If your employer agrees, you can become an apprentice where you work now
• What time of year can I start? You can apply at any time of year. When you begin the work-based training depends upon the availability of a position at an employer
• Do I get holidays? Like most other employees, you will be given at least 20 days paid holiday per year as well as bank holidays.