{"id":70870,"date":"2025-08-01T12:02:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T11:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/?page_id=70870"},"modified":"2026-07-30T12:47:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T11:47:40","slug":"apprenticeships","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/send-local-offer\/preparing-for-adult-life-ages-14-25-years\/education-and-employment\/apprenticeships\/","title":{"rendered":"Apprenticeships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study. They can take between 1 and 4 years to complete depending on their level. As an apprentice, you will be working at least 30 hours per week and will receive pay at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/national-minimum-wage\" rel=\"noopener\">National Minimum Wage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will be studying for a national qualification either in your place of work or classroom-based, this can be for one day a week or perhaps on a block release basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Levels of apprenticeship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"460\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Apprenticeships-levels.png\" alt=\"Graphic, showing the levels of apprenticeships.\nL2 = Foundation or Intermediate\nL3 = Advanced\nL4+ = Higher\nL6-7 = Degree\" class=\"wp-image-75473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Apprenticeships-levels.png 460w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Apprenticeships-levels-300x205.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"accordion-tabs-block\"><ul class=\"accordion\" id=\"block_acf-block-6a6b39d9748fc\" data-responsive-accordion-tabs=\"accordion medium-accordion large-accordion\" data-allow-all-closed=\"true\" data-multi-expand=\"true\"><li id=\"item-6a6b39d9748fc-0\" class=\"accordion-item\" data-accordion-item=\"\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion-title\"><span>Foundation apprenticeships<\/span><\/a><div class=\"accordion-content\" data-tab-content><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Foundation apprenticeships are qualifications for young people starting their careers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are designed for 16 to 21-year-olds (or up to 24 if you have an EHCP, are a care leaver, or have been in prison) who have little work experience or want to explore different career options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/send-local-offer\/preparing-for-adult-life-ages-14-25-years\/education-and-employment\/foundation-apprenticeships\/\">Find out more about Foundation apprenticeships<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li id=\"item-6a6b39d9748fc-1\" class=\"accordion-item\" data-accordion-item=\"\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion-title\"><span>Intermediate apprenticeships<\/span><\/a><div class=\"accordion-content\" data-tab-content><p>Intermediate apprenticeships are typically considered to be the same level as GCSEs. They are a fantastic way to get started with your career in an entry level role within an organisation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li id=\"item-6a6b39d9748fc-2\" class=\"accordion-item\" data-accordion-item=\"\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion-title\"><span>Advanced apprenticeships<\/span><\/a><div class=\"accordion-content\" data-tab-content><p>Advanced apprenticeships are considered to be the same level as A-levels, T Levels or other level 3 qualifications Many individuals who have completed a level 3 qualification will progress to an advanced apprenticeship to gain workplace experience and knowledge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li id=\"item-6a6b39d9748fc-3\" class=\"accordion-item\" data-accordion-item=\"\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion-title\"><span>Higher apprenticeships<\/span><\/a><div class=\"accordion-content\" data-tab-content><p>Higher apprenticeships include qualifications at levels 4 and above. They can be suitable for those looking to progress from level 3 qualifications, including advanced apprenticeships and T Levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><li id=\"item-6a6b39d9748fc-4\" class=\"accordion-item\" data-accordion-item=\"\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"accordion-title\"><span>Degree apprenticeships<\/span><\/a><div class=\"accordion-content\" data-tab-content><p>Degree apprenticeships are offered by universities and other Higher Education providers. They contain either a full degree, or a degree-level qualification and go up to master\u2019s level (which is post-graduate).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who can apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can apply for an apprenticeship while you\u2019re still at school. To start one, you\u2019ll need to be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>16 or over<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>not in full-time education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>living in England<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The key points about apprenticeships<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You&#8217;ll work alongside experienced staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You gain job-specific skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You earn a wage and get holiday pay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You study towards a related qualification (usually one day a week)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apprenticeships are not the same as going to university<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some careers do not have apprenticeship pathways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find an apprenticeship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Colleges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Several colleges in Devon offer apprenticeship courses. You can find out more on your local college&#8217;s website<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bicton.ac.uk\/apprenticeships\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Bicton College apprenticeships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/exe-coll.ac.uk\/apprenticeships\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group (ENDC) &#8211; Exeter apprenticeships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndc.ac.uk\/apprenticeships\/becoming-an-apprentice\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group (ENDC) &#8211; North Devon apprenticeships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southdevon.ac.uk\/apprenticeships\" rel=\"noopener\">South Devon College apprenticeships<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other training providers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0<strong>Devon and Cornwall Training Providers Network<\/strong>\u00a0(DCTPN) are a not-for-profit organisation with charitable status that operates across Devon, Cornwall and the wider South West peninsula. They aim to promote the value of vocational and technical education, supporting people into work or further study, via education, training and skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lots of information about different training opportunities &#8211; including apprenticeships &#8211; is available on their website:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/trainingprovider.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Devon &amp; Cornwall Training Provider Network \u2013 Find Skills and Training Support<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">DCPTN work with a diverse group of training providers, including six FE Colleges, three universities, and more than 30 independent training providers. Their <a href=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/flip-book\/7b8563ef07.html\" rel=\"noopener\">Which Way, Your Way<\/a>\u00a0provider directory (pages 28\u201393) lists all the training providers offering in Devon, including those offering apprenticeships).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-d5be3348 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/heyzine.com\/flip-book\/7b8563ef07.html\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"214\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27-214x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27-214x300.png 214w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27-428x600.png 428w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27-768x1076.png 768w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27-640x897.png 640w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/Which-way-your-way-directory-2026-27.png 775w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 214px) 100vw, 214px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which Way, Your Way flipbook<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trainingprovider.com\/apprenticeship-vacancies\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-75496\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:275px;height:275px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code-270x270.png 270w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code-440x440.png 440w, https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/170\/2026\/07\/WWYW-QR-code.png 505w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scan for a map showing apprenticeship vacancies across Devon, Cornwall and further afield.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0<strong>Amazing Apprenticeships<\/strong>\u00a0website has lots of information about apprenticeships, including vacancies in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also use the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/findapprenticeshiptraining.apprenticeships.education.gov.uk\/courses?Keyword=foundation%20&amp;PageNumber=1\" rel=\"noopener\">GOV.UK apprenticeship search tool<\/a>\u00a0(just add your postcode).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/workingfordevon\/work-in\/apprenticeships\/\">Devon County Council apprenticeship scheme webpage<\/a> to find out more about the apprenticeships that we offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A guide for disabled people is available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.disabilityrightsuk.org\/resources\/apprenticeships\" rel=\"noopener\">Disability Rights UK \u2013 Into Apprenticeships<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study. 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