Apprenticeships are fully or partially funded depending on your circumstances.

For Learners: There are no fees – your training is paid for by your employer and/or government funding. Plus, you’ll earn at least the apprenticeship minimum wage, which often increases as you progress.

For Employers: The following funding policies apply:

• Levy-paying employers (payroll over £3m) can use their Apprenticeship Levy to fund training.
• Non-levy employers only contribute 5% of the training costs; the government covers the remaining 95%.
• Incentives may be available for hiring young apprentices or upskilling current staff.

Speak to us to understand your funding eligibility.

All apprentices are entitled to off-the-job training. It’s essential to apprenticeship success and makes up 20% of the programme.

Off-the-job training includes:

• Workshops or classroom learning
• Online modules
• Assignments and projects
• Coaching or mentoring sessions
• Shadowing or industry visits

This time is protected, is separate from day-to-day duties and must take place during normal working hours. It ensures apprentices gain a full understanding of their role and the wider industry.

On-the-job training takes place in the workplace and is key to learning real skills in a real working environment.

It includes:

• Performing job tasks under supervision
• Learning company processes and tools
• Developing core competencies
• Receiving feedback from managers and mentors.

This practical experience is what sets apprenticeships apart from traditional learning.