THE work-based training that apprentices do, and the nationally recognised qualifications apprenticeships lead to, are specifically tailored to meet employers' specific needs. So apprenticeships bring real business benefits as well as providing opportunities for people of all ages to learn new skills and develop in the workplace.
The Government meets the full cost of training sixteen to eighteen-year-old apprentices.
What are the benefits for businesses?
- Apprenticeships can develop fresh new talent in your business.
- They make sure your workforce has the practical skills and qualifications your organisation needs now and in the future. The mixture of on and off-job learning teaches apprentices the skills that work best for your business.
- Over 130,000 workplaces offer apprentice places because they understand the benefits for their business – a committed, competent workforce, increased productivity, and improved competitiveness.
- The Government meets the full cost of training sixteen to eighteen-year-old apprentices, and employers get 50 per cent of the cost of training apprentices aged nineteen and over.
- Other financial incentives are available to Greater Manchester employers taking on apprentices, particularly apprentices who are sixteen to 24 years old.
With over 200 different types of apprenticeship available across different business sectors, your company can benefit – find out more at www.manchester.gov.uk/apprenticeships
