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An apprenticeship is a government-backed programme where employees simultaneously learn and gain experience, all while working towards their employers' business goals.
You will have dedicated time during working hours (up to 6 hours per week spread over the length of your training) to focus on the learning aspect of your apprenticeship, either by attending lectures or workshops led by your university training provider. The rest of your time will be spent under the usual direction of your employer.
With the support of your employer and instructors, you’ll apply what you learn in the classroom to your day-to-day role. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for the next step in your career.
It takes from one to six years to complete an apprenticeship depending on which pathway you choose, as well as your previous work experience and level of education. Your apprenticeship journey is supported by your employer, fellow students, the university team, and EdAid. Reach out to the team via our form to find out more.
Nothing! All apprenticeships are paid for through the apprenticeship levy, which is fully funded by contributions from the government and your employer. With your employer’s support, you can access these funds to gain your next degree without acquiring any student loans or tuition fee debt!
To become an apprentice, you must:
- Be 16 or over
- Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years*(some exemptions apply. Contact us to find out more)
- Not be in full-time education
- Live or work in England at least 50% of the time
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Some academic eligibility criteria may apply depending on the course you select
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re just starting your career or if you are looking to change/upgrade your current skillset. Find out more about your eligibility by completing the form and a team member will be in touch.
- Learn while gaining experience for future roles
- Remain employed while attending courses
- Reinforcement of new skills
- Dedicated study time - Flexible learning that works for you and your employer
- Employers receive a real-time return on investment in your education
You, as the learner, won’t ever be required to make a payment. The UK Government launched the Apprenticeships Levy in 2017, mandating companies with a payroll of over £3 million per year to contribute 0.5% of their annual bill towards upskilling their workforce. Contributed funds that are not used within 24 months are redistributed, making it a “use-it-or-lose-it” scheme.
Companies outside of the above-mentioned payroll criteria are not mandated to contribute to the levy but can still access the funds by paying 5% of the training fees, while the government pays the rest.
In our commitment to smaller businesses accessing the scheme, EdAid may provide a bursary for the 5% contribution SMEs would typically contribute and as such, there would be zero cost to a small business.
Reach out to our team to find out whether your employer is eligible.
There are various intake periods per year depending on programme type, university, or course selected. Once you've chosen the programme and university you want to study at, the apprenticeships team will inform you of the next cohort you'd be able to join. Reach out to the team via our form to find out more and enrol today!
