Higher & degree apprenticeships offer an
excellent alternative to studying a degreelevel course at university. They provide the
opportunity to earn while you learn advanced
skills, and they're suitable for people of all
ages.
These apprenticeships are also relevant for
professionals who've been in employment for some
time but wish to advance their career whilst
continuing to earn.
Higher & Degree
Apprenticeships
Work Experience Transferable Skills
English & Maths
Experience in the workplace - including industry
placements - is a vital element of our training,
You will spend between 35 and 100 hours in the
workplace, depending on the course you take. For
courses with an industry placement, this will
involve a minimum of 45 days per year with an
employer.
Industry knowledge and workplace familiarity
gives you:
• Skills that employers are looking for
...including initiative, problem-solving,
...teamwork and communication
• Confidence of working in an industry
...environment
• A chance to put your learning into practice
• Relevant experience for your CV
• A chance to make contacts - building a
...network gives you a better chance of future
...employment!
Transferrable skills such as communication,
teamwork, leadership and adaptability are valued
by employers across industries. They enable
people to collaborate and add value within the
workplace.
The development of transferable skills is
embedded into our vocational courses and advanced
and higher apprenticeships.
It's a core requirement to continue developing
your skills in English & Maths alongside
vocational studies at Levels 3 & 4 and advanced
and higher apprenticeships.
The level you study English at - and the
level you study Maths at - depends on the
qualifications you have when you join your
course.
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