As an apprentice, you will work towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship standard while earning a wage and gaining industry experience at the same time.
We can help you find the right placement
With the option to study qualifications from Level 2 through to degree level, it has become a great alternative to a full/part-time course or university. An apprenticeship comes with the added bonus that it comes with a wage and doesn’t come with the debt of a traditional degree.
Apprenticeships aren’t restrictive. You can choose to start an apprenticeship at any point in your education journey. You may choose to start an apprenticeship straight after you leave school or you may decide to study at college then progress to an apprenticeship afterwards, or vice versa.
You can also complete your A-levels at a sixth form or College and then move on to a university-level apprenticeship.
Higher Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are designed by employers and equip apprentices with the relevant knowledge and skills to prepare them for a successful career in their chosen work area. They also gain valuable work experience and learn transferable skills that prepare them for the future.
Apprenticeship Standards Application
Can’t find the role you’re after but want to reach out to other employers for an apprenticeship? Fill out the form and we’ll reach out on your behalf.
Who is an apprenticeship for?
If you are over the age of 16 and live in England you are able to start an apprenticeship – there’s no upper age limit! If you have a particular career goal in mind then an apprenticeship programme could be ideally suited to you. It will provide you with a specific set of skills and experience that you need to achieve your career goal.
If you are over the age of 16 and live in England you are able to start an apprenticeship – there’s no upper age limit! If you have a particular career goal in mind then an apprenticeship programme could be ideally suited to you. It will provide you with a specific set of skills and experience that you need to achieve your career goal.
If you are over the age of 16 and live in England you are able to start an apprenticeship – there’s no upper age limit! If you have a particular career goal in mind then an apprenticeship programme could be ideally suited to you. It will provide you with a specific set of skills and experience that you need to achieve your career goal.
How to become an apprentice?
The easiest way to apply for an apprenticeship is online. Take a look at the vacancies we have available.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for then simply register your interest and a member of our apprenticeship team will contact you to talk you through the options available.
You will have access to support throughout the whole apprenticeship recruitment process, from your initial enquiry right through to your first day in your new role as an apprentice with an employer. Once you start your apprenticeship, you will also benefit from regular visits to your workplace to ensure you are progressing at the right pace.
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Each fund has different eligibility rules depending on age, course funding, household income, receipt of means-tested benefits and personal circumstances. The criteria changes each year.
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Graphic design and marketing apprentice Oliver Banks talks about the benefits of upskilling through an apprenticeship. We visited Oliver at Scorpion Red Power in Ripley to talk about his apprenticeship and see behind the scenes of the business.
Chesterfield College Open Day
Thinking about studying at college? Come along to one of our Open Evenings to learn more about the many courses and apprenticeships we have to offer.