Why become an apprentice?

• Get paid whilst you start your career
• Gain the skills and experience employers need
• Achieve an apprenticeship qualification recognised by the sector
• Progress your career – via promotion or a new direction
• Higher apprenticeships save you paying university fees

What levels of Apprenticeship are available?

• Level 2 (Equivalent to 5 GCSE Passes at Grades A*/9 to C/4)
• Level 3 (Equivalent to 2 A Level Passes)
• Level 4 & 5 (Equivalent to a Foundation Degree and HNC/D)
• Level 6 (Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree)
• Level 7 (Equivalent to a Master's Degree)

How will Wirral Met College support me during my Apprenticeship?

• If you have a learning difference or disability, you can take advantage of a range of additional learning support services which can include personal 1-1 support, eg for those who have dyslexia, 
• If you are under 25 and have been in local authority care, we can help you get a £1000* Care Leaver's Bursary from the Government when you start your apprenticeship,
• You can save money with NUS Apprentice and NUS Apprentice extra cards,
• You have access to half price rail travel if you’re aged 16-24 and live in the Liverpool City Region,
• You can download the TalkCampus app to support your mental health,

*£3000 from the 1st August 2023

How do I get an Apprenticeship?

1. Choose which apprenticeship suits the career you want
2. Search for an apprenticeship vacancy via
   1. Wirral Met vacancies
   2. National Apprenticeships Service – gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
   3. Online recruitment sites eg Indeed
3. Talk to your manager about apprenticeship training to help you progress
   1. Get them to speak to Wirral Met – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 0151 551 7610
4. Study in College, work or at home for one day per week – depends on your apprenticeship