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Understanding apprenticeships
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- Book Synopsis
- Apprenticeships in the UK have continued to evolve, offering routes into an expanding range of sectors including digital, healthcare, finance and media. However, despite these developments, apprenticeship starts among young people have declined, highlighting the need to make the system more flexible, accessible and better understood. Fully revised and updated, Understanding Apprenticeships continues to provide clear and practical guidance for students, parents and advisers exploring whether an apprenticeship is the right choice. It explains how to identify and apply for suitable programmes, what to expect from both work and study, and how to make the most of the experience. Through real case studies, it offers honest insights into both the opportunities and challenges of apprenticeship life. Key updates in this edition include: Coverage of recent government reforms, including Foundation Apprenticeships, funding changes and updated End Point Assessments More flexible English and Maths requirements and the new Ofsted inspection framework Expanded information on apprenticeships in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales Guidance on improving accessibility and supporting young people at the start of their careers Advice on using AI tools, plus updated apps, websites and resources It is an authoritative and timely guide designed to help more young people access and succeed in apprenticeships.
- About The Author
- Ben Rowland is CEO of the Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP), the sector body for Independent Training Providers. Ben also founded Arch Apprentices, a pioneering training provider that created ground-breaking new apprenticeships. He is a passionate advocate of vocational education and has advised a range of organisations on their learning and talent programmes.
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- ISBN
- 9781911759188
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Trotman, (10 August 2026)
- Number of Pages
- 222
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 234 x 156 mm
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