Students are based in school, and follow the core National Curriculum subjects, but for two days a week they also work towards nationally recognised vocational qualifications delivered by the Young Apprenticeship Partnership.

 

By the end of the course pupils will also have undertaken 50 days work experience with one or a range of employers in the sector which might include professional sports clubs, national governing bodies of sport, leisure centres, activity camps and fitness studios.

 

Young Apprenticeships offer pupils the chance to gain a taste of ‘real work’ in a supported way.

What are the benefits of becoming a Young Apprentice?

 Pupils are treated as young adults with an opportunity to contribute during their work placement.

 

They learn in different environments, such as with a training provider or employer.

 

It is a more personalised and practical approach to teaching and learning and provides enhanced careers guidance through earlier experience of post 16 options.

 

You will meet new people in different settings including college staff, employers and other Young Apprenticeships and build confidence.

 

It does not limit post 16 choices. As one of these choices is an Apprenticeship, school leavers may complete it faster than they would have otherwise done.

What will a Young Apprenticeship lead to?

 An Apprenticeship with a local employer: Achievements on a Young Apprenticeship may even form part of a post 16 Apprenticeship.

 

A-Levels: Pupils who have completed a Young Apprenticeship may decide at 16 that they want to study A levels at school or college.

 

New vocations: A pupil may decide to develop their vocational training further at a local college – even begin studying a new vocational area.

 

Higher Education: Many young Apprentices will be gaining the qualifications and experiences that will help them progress to Higher Education.