Making the Most of Apprenticeships

Gain the most from your apprenticeship experience with articles on goal-setting and skill development. Learn how to make the most of training opportunities and mentorship during your apprenticeship.

Asking for a Pay Rise

As an apprentice the minimum that you can be paid a week is £80. As you are very new to the industry and are still training, your pay will be much less than...

Boost Your Qualifications

An apprenticeship is unique because it combines on the job training with gaining a qualification. This gives you the best of both worlds by providing apprent...

How to get Good References

When you come to the end of your apprenticeship and move on to a new job, you are going to need to have references. These are a letter from your ex-employer...

Learning about Your Chosen Industry

As an apprentice you are probably new to the industry that you are working in. An apprenticeship gives you the chance to get hands on experience and become f...

Learning from Your Colleagues

As an apprentice you will be new to your job and probably the industry that you have chosen, because of this you need to take every opportunity to learn and...

Meeting Other Apprentices

Starting out as an apprentice can be a daunting experience and it is always good to have as much support as possible. Entering a new industry, a new company...

Worksheet: Creating a Career Plan

A great way to take control of your career is to set yourself goals that you can work towards. Being clear about what you want and the steps you need to take...