Sunderland Business Network - News Detail

25 March 2010

Apprenticeships

6 Facts about Apprenticeships

1. 80% of employers of apprentices agree they make their workplace more productive.

2. You can employ an apprentice for as little as £95 per week

3. Apprenticeship training for 16-18 year olds is fully funded by the government.

4. Over 100,000 employers in England employ apprentices in over 190 types of job roles.

5. Over 80% of people would prefer to buy from a company that employs apprentices

6. The National Apprenticeship Service supports employers every step of the way.

To find out more about what apprenticeships are and how they could benefit your business call 0800 150 400 or visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk

word_doc Further Information
NameSubmitted by: Sunderland Business Network


For Further Information Please Contact

NameDavid Hall
PositionDirector Work Based Learning
OrganisationCity of Sunderland College

Tel: 0191 511 6446
Email: dave.hall@citysun.ac.uk
Web: www.apprenticeships.org.uk

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