Apprenticeships combine practical work with structured training and you can earn while you learn. Most importantly, they give you nationally recognised qualifications and experience you need to get the job you want. You can start preparing for your training even before you leave school by choosing subjects in Year 11 and 12 that relate to your preferred career. Trainees and apprentices are covered by formal agreements known as either Training Agreements or Contracts of Training which outline the training, support and supervision the employer will provide.
Apprenticeships are competency based.
This means it's possible for you to complete your training sooner if you can demonstrate you have reached the skill level required. Traineeships usually take 12 months while apprenticeships take up to four years. Make A Noise.