Apprenticeships

Five apprenticeships that will launch your healthcare career

Are you interested in pursuing a role in healthcare but don’t want to go to university? Do you prefer learning on the job, rather than just from textbooks? You might want to consider healthcare...  

5 key apprenticeship interview questions and how to answer them

Have you been asked to attend an interview for an apprenticeship? There's no need to be nervous: being prepared is the key to doing really well in your interview. We've put together this guide to...  

Video: How to become a graphic designer - without going to uni

From the pics you see on billboards to the illustrations on this website, the wonderful work of graphic designers is everywhere. If you have a flair for art and an eye for design - and like the idea of...  

Apprenticeships in a nutshell INFOGRAPHIC

An apprenticeship could be your way into a skilled job whether you choose to leave education at 16 or 18. Our infographic explains the different levels, what qualifications you could gain...  

Higher apprenticeships: A visual guide INFOGRAPHIC

Higher apprenticeships - your ticket to a high-skilled career. You'll work a paid job, training with experienced colleagues, and study on the side. You could even gain a university degree! 'Higher...  

Videos: How to start your engineering career with an apprenticeship

These days, you don't have to go to uni to become an engineer - an apprenticeship could be your way into a high-flying engineering career. Remember, apprenticeships = training + work + pay. Check...  

5 healthcare jobs you can get without going to uni

If you’ve got excellent communication skills and a desire to make a difference in people’s lives, a healthcare profession could be right for you. And if you want to become a doctor, you’ll...  

Video: What are degree apprenticeships?

Degree apprenticeships are a new(ish) type of apprenticeship combining training within a paid job with a university degree. They're great if you have some idea of what you want to do in your career...  

Can I do an apprenticeship without qualifications?

Want to become a chef? How about learning the ropes of retail sales? Or maybe you’d like to work as a hairdresser? These are just some of the jobs you can pursue by doing an apprenticeship....  

Video: University vs apprenticeship

University or an apprenticeship? This video takes you on a whistle-stop tour of the pros and cons: Still not sure? It'll probably take more than a 3-minute video to make up your mind. Check...  

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