What apprentices do

Myth: Apprentices aren't given important tasks to do

Fact: You will need to gain knowledge, skills and professional behaviours as part of your work duties to achieve the criteria set within the apprenticeship training. Your employer will work closely with your assessor to ensure you are learning everything you need to with your on-the-job duties and off-the-job learning. You will not just be making the tea or doing the filing.

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Myth: Apprenticeships are only for manual jobs such as hairdressing or construction

Fact: There are over 700 different apprenticeships available on 15 different routes covering areas such as business and administration, health and science, creative and design and environmental sectors.

Did you know that there are apprenticeships available for solicitors, sports coaches and sustainability practitioners?

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