CGC Ebook 5.0

skills. Traineeships are designed to prepare you to go on and do an apprenticeship in the future. Normally lasting between 6 weeks to a year, you gain work experience in a more relaxed environment and become equipped with the necessary aptitudes for further work or an apprenticeship. You will also be given guidance with your job search or finding a relevant apprenticeship. What qualifications do I need to get into an apprenticeship? The entry requirements can vary depending on the role and the level of your chosen apprenticeship. The majority of courses will require you to have maths and English at GCSE and potentially a subject specific qualification that is related to your chosen field. The requirements will really depend upon the employer and often if you have the right skills and attitude an employer may overlook any qualification weakness in your favour. But be aware some apprenticeships have stiff competition so always do you best in your studies.

If you answer yes to all of these then you may well be ready for an apprenticeship.

Do you think I am work ready?

What alternative options are there to apprenticeships? If you are not ready for an apprenticeship or are undecided about a vocation, you could look at other ways to gain work experience before you decide. For instance many training providers such as www.kenttrainingandapprenticeships. co.uk/learners can offer a variety of opportunities for those looking for work experience: such as Internships, employability programmes or Traineeships. Internships are aimed at helping those aged 16-24 to gain skills and experience. Based in the workplace, this study programme allows you to build up the confidence and capabilities to work at a high standard. Employability programmes focus on employability skills, such as CV building, interview practice, confidence building and may include a work placement where you develop your practical