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Apprenticeships

 
   

What is an apprentice?

An apprentice is an employee who receives on-the-job training and learning to develop a specific skill. The apprenticeship leads to a nationally recognised certificate such as a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ). As an employer, you can use apprenticeships to train both existing and new employees.

Apprenticeship Training

We have provided vocational training for over five years, led by industryApprentice experienced tutors. The apprenticeship course content has been designed in consultation with businesses to ensure the training develops the relevant skills and knowledge the apprentice needs in the workplace.

In a recent OFSTED inspection, our close working with employers was highly praised. We were praised for our:

  • Highly responsive and flexible approach
  • Emphasis on high quality in everything adult learning and skills does
  • Helpful and resourceful staff
  • Bespoke training packages

Source: OFSTED Inspection Report, November 2010

Apprenticeship Courses

We provide a range of high quality courses in key business areas. We have apprenticeship courses in the following: 

  • Business administration
  • Customer service
  • Information, advice and guidance
  • Team leading
  • Information technology
  • Contact centre
  • Health
  • Health and social care 
  • Retail 
  • Management

Benefits to learners

  • Study whilst working
  • Achieve a number of qualifications
  • Become marketable in the job market
  • Progress to further vocational and academic qualifications including degree courses
  • Put your learning into practice and develop your skills on the job

Benefits to businesses

  • Reduce your training and recruitment costs
  • Bring new ideas and skills into your organisation
  • Create your ideal employee of the future
  • Increase your organisations productivity

Benefits to the Public Sector

Contact Us

Adult Learning and Skills
Dryden Centre
Evistones Road
Gateshead
NE9 5UA
Tel: 0191 433 8780
Email: adultlearning@gateshead.gov.uk|