Question 1

What is an apprenticeship?

Accepted Answer

An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee gains hands-on work experience along with a qualification in a specific sector. Apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning with a college, university, or training provider to gain practical knowledge that they can then apply in their job.

Question 2

How can urfuture help me find an apprenticeship?

Accepted Answer

At urfuture, we help you find an apprenticeship that matches your personality and traits. By taking our career match quiz, we identify which sector best aligns with your personality, what makes you a good fit for a job, and areas you might want to avoid. You can view all our live apprenticeship vacancies, see your percentage match to each role, watch a short video about the role, and apply with a single click if it interests you.

Question 3

Who can become an apprentice?

Accepted Answer

To do an apprenticeship, you need to be 16 or older, living in the UK, and not in full-time education. You can even do an apprenticeship with a degree, as long as the degree is unrelated to the subject you choose for your apprenticeship.

Question 4

Do apprentices get paid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, apprentices get paid while they learn, and the pay typically increases as they progress through the program, reflecting their growing knowledge and skills.

Question 5

Where can I find more information about apprenticeships?

Accepted Answer

For more information on apprenticeships, you can check out Careerflix and watch short, informative videos that cover everything you need to know, including the pros and cons of apprenticeships and how they work.

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