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Skills for Work
Professional development: Step into apprenticeships
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Course details
Course code
Q00015544Course date
Start: 07/10/24
End: 18/11/24
Number of classes
7 sessionsTutor
Sophie FowkesFee range
Free to £51.80
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Availability
This course is for early booking only.
Course overview
This course will help you to understand the opportunities available to you through apprenticeships. Ever wondered how apprenticeships work and who they are for? Thought you were too old to start an apprenticeship? This course will develop your knowledge and awareness of the variety of apprenticeships available to you. Discover how to learn while competing on the job training in a specific role and how an apprenticeship can benefit your personal development. This course may lead to further training, higher education and employment.
This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority.
This course is for early booking only.
Course description
On this course you will discover the variety of apprenticeships available and the opportunities that can be gained through participating in one. Apprenticeships are a way for individuals to earn while they learn gaining valuable skills and knowledge in a specific job role. Discover the benefits of apprenticeships and what advantages they can offer, such as, gaining practical on the job training and experience, improve your skills, confidence, and knowledge, or move into further education such as university to gain a higher degree. This course will support you to know how to access apprenticeships and how to know which one will support your career goals.
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
