What do apprenticeships involve?

What do apprenticeships involve? 🎓💼

An apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn by gaining hands-on job experience and working towards a recognised qualification. At Gloucestershire County Council (GCC), apprenticeships include:

• On-the-job training in your role
• Off-the-job structured learning with a training provider
• Mentoring from experienced colleagues

Apprenticeships last from 12 months to 3 years, depending on level and subject.

Qualifications and levels of apprenticeships 🏆

GCC offers Level 2 to Level 6 apprenticeships, lasting one to five years:

• Level 2 (Intermediate): Equivalent to GCSEs; may require English/maths study if not already achieved.
• Level 3 (Advanced): Equivalent to 2 A Levels; usually requires relevant GCSEs and sometimes functional skills study.
• Levels 4–6 (Higher): Equivalent to a higher education certificate up to a bachelor’s degree; English and maths may be needed before or during the programme.

Assessment and support 🤗

A training provider and skills coach support your progress. You'll have a mentor and a buddy, and most learning happens at work through shadowing and practical experience. Many apprenticeships use a mix of workshops, remote learning, and individual instruction🧑‍🏫💻