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Why provide an apprenticeship?

We help you gain competitive advantage and ultimately improve profitability through:

80% of employers report higher staff retention

92% of employers see a boost in workforce motivation and satisfaction

Apprenticeships bring together the best of higher and vocational education

Nurture talent and introduce fresh ideas into your business

Align the training to meet your business needs

Cost effective

Who can study an apprenticeship?

Current and new employees can study for an apprenticeship, and as long as they’re over the age of 16, there is no upper age limit. In fact, the average age of an apprentice currently studying at BGU is 43! Apprenticeships can benefit anyone, whatever stage of life they’re in.

To enrol as an apprentice, you need to currently complete at least 50% of your working hours in England and have the drive to develop new knowledge, skills, and behaviours. Typically, apprentices work at least 30 hours a week, but working less should not be considered a barrier to your studying.

Why offer an apprenticeship?

If you’re an employer, apprenticeships are a great way to invest in your employees who want to develop their professional skills and bring new ideas to your organisation, boosting overall motivation in a team.

Whats it like?

Here's one of our Apprenticeship case studies showcasing not just the apprentice's experience of the course, but also their employer and how it has benefitted them as a company.

Hear what it is like to be an Apprentice and the benefits of studying an Apprenticeship at BGU from our support officer Craig.

Our current apprenticeship courses

Looking to up-skill yourself or start down a new path, then our apprenticeship courses offer a variety of exciting and professionally focused opportunities.