Apprenticeships – early feedback on delivery under the new contracts

From August 2021, the Welsh Government has contracted 10 lead training providers to deliver apprenticeships across Wales. These lead providers work with many subcontractors and partners to deliver apprenticeship programmes.

Apprentices are employed and work in a wide range of jobs. Apprenticeships are available at level 2, level 3 and higher apprenticeship levels (level 4 and above).

Apprentices enter their training at different levels depending upon the job, their previous experience and the needs of employers. As well as developing their job-related skills in the workplace, apprentices work towards achieving a series of recognised qualifications.

Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16, including those with a disability, health condition or learning difficulty. There is no upper age limit. As apprentices are employed by the organisation in which they work, they must apply when vacancies are advertised like any other job. The employer who advertises the apprenticeship will state the qualifications, skills and experience they require.