Advanced apprenticeships (Level 3)
An advanced apprenticeship sits at the same level as A-Levels or a T-Level, but you're employed and paid throughout. It's the level most employers recruit at, and it opens the door to higher and degree apprenticeships.
What you get
- Equivalent to two A-Levels at grades A–E
- The most widely advertised apprenticeship level in the UK
- Recognised entry route into skilled trades, business, digital, care and engineering
- Progress onto a higher or degree apprenticeship afterwards
Who it's for
Anyone with GCSEs (or a Level 2 apprenticeship) who wants a skilled career without going to university.
Common questions
Is an advanced apprenticeship as good as A-Levels?
Academically it sits at the same level, and you finish with paid work experience and no student debt. Many employers value that combination highly.
Can I go to university afterwards?
Yes. A Level 3 apprenticeship can carry UCAS points, and you can also progress to a higher or degree apprenticeship and get a degree paid for by your employer.
How long does it take?
Usually 18 months to two years, depending on the standard and the employer.
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Apprentice Data Management Officer
There are lots of good reasons to choose to come and work at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. A dynamic integrated Trust with integrity and vision. Exactly the same qualities you’ll see in yourself. Stockport NHS Foundation Trust aims to be the organisation of choice for patients and an employer of choice for staff. In order to continually improve all aspects of our patient experience, we rely upon having a highly skilled, motivated, diverse, productive and patient focused workforce.Stockport Foundation Trust is one of four ‘specialist’ hospital sites in Greater Manchester. Being a ‘specialist’ hospital will enhance our general surgery, anaesthetics, critical care and emergency medicine for the benefit of people in Stockport, High Peak, Cheshire and across Greater Manchester.In your application for this post, please describe how your experience and skills align with 'Our values-based behaviours' ( see additional documentation) and provide examples.
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Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technician Apprentice
We are looking for a motivated and professional Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team.This position is intended for individuals who are keen to train as a pharmacy technician through the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) apprenticeship standard. Successful completion of this programme will enable the post holder to meet the General Pharmaceutical Council’s initial education and training requirements for registration as a pharmacy technician.You will work under supervision while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support the safe, effective and person-centred use of medicines.
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Pharmacy Technician Apprentice
We are looking for a motivated and professional Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team.This position is intended for individuals who are keen to train as a pharmacy technician through the Pharmacy Technician (Integrated) apprenticeship standard. Successful completion of this programme will enable the post holder to meet the General Pharmaceutical Council’s initial education and training requirements for registration as a pharmacy technician.You will work under supervision while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support the safe, effective and person-centred use of medicines.
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