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An Apprenticeship is a real job with a real wage; in this e-mag you’ll discover why becoming an apprentice could be your key to a very successful future! Read on, and learn how to secure an Apprenticeship; meet some of our highflying apprentices; and discover the building blocks for a perfect apprentice. You may also like to consider T Levels as your next career step; check out our students’ experience at Bethell. There are also opportunities to take quizzes and win Amazon vouchers, plus so much more!
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What is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships explained and the Bolton College course offer What is a T Level? 5… T Levels explained and the Bolton College course offer 6 – 7… Careers Index Check out potential career options 8 – 9... How to secure yourself an Apprenticeship
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Try out the Apprenticeship Buzz quizzes 12 – 13… Meet the Star of the BBC’s The Apprentice! 14-15... Our Apprentices have lost their tools! Find the bonus object to win a £30 Amazon voucher! 16... Business & Professional Services Apprenticeships and T Levels
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Computing, Digital & IT Apprenticeships and T Levels 19… Bricklaying and Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeships Electrical and Plastering 20… Apprenticeships 21… Plumbing and Roofing Apprenticeships 22… Painting & Decorating Apprenticeships 23… Construction T Levels Gas Engineering and Design, Surveying & Planning 24-25… Spotlight on Construction T Level Industry Placements Our students excel at Bethell, one of the leading civil engineering and utility companies in the UK
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Build your perfect Apprenticeship! 27… Early Years, Childcare, Education & Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships and T Levels 28… Floristry Apprenticeships Hairdressing & Barbering 29… Apprenticeships and T Levels 30-31… Employer and Apprentice perspectives 32… Motor Vehicle Employer Academy Apprenticeships and T Levels – Supported by RRG Group 33… Sport, Fitness & Wellbeing Apprenticeships 34… Follow us on Social Media
Former apprentice Corey owns his own barbershop and now employs apprentices! Check out his story on pages 30-31.
Read how three of our T Level students secured permanent roles at Bethell after their placements on pages 24-25.
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What is an Apprenticeship? An Apprenticeship’s a qualification ranging from Level 2 to Level 7, providing an opportunity to work and study at the same time. You’ll spend four days a week at work and one day in College, allowing you to earn a wage whilst learning and becoming fully trained in your chosen occupation. We work closely with businesses to ensure our Apprenticeship programmes are up to date, delivering the latest standards covering the latest developments in work sectors. You’ll be taught by knowledgeable tutors and gain hands-on experience in the workplace with industry professionals, supported throughout by your very own Work Based Tutor. Apprentice Qualification Levels Level 2 (Intermediate Apprenticeship) Equivalent to a GCSE graded 4 to 9 Level 3 (Advanced Apprenticeship) Equivalent to two or three A Level passes Levels 4 - 5 (Higher Apprenticeship) Equivalent to a foundation degree or HNC Levels 6 – 7 (Degree Apprenticeship) Equivalent to a Bachelor's or Master's Degree
Bolton College Apprenticeships Choose from 15 sectors, each preparing you for an exciting future, whether that’s employment or university: Barbering – Business & Professional Services – Computing, Digital & IT Construction : Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, Electrical, Painting & Decorating, Plastering, Plumbing, Roofing Early Years, Childcare & Education Floristry – Hairdressing & Make-up Health & Social Care – Motor Vehicle Sport, Fitness & Wellbeing - Youth Support Worker University of Bolton Degree Apprenticeships Click here for more information about UoB Degree Apprenticeships Fees and Interesting Facts Apprentices earn a wage as they learn and enjoy paid holidays! There are no tuition fees when doing an Apprenticeship, as these are funded by the employer and government. Apprenticeships are the most direct route into the workplace with 94% of apprentices securing permanent employment after finishing their Apprenticeship.
85% of employers participate in
Apprenticeship programmes, considering them to be good for their business.
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Welcome to the Next Level It’s an amazing time to join Bolton College where the Gold Standard in advanced technical education, T Level qualifications, are being offered. T Levels are technical qualifications that are equivalent to three A Levels. The two-year courses have been developed with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares you for work. T Levels allow you to apply what you learn in the classroom to a sector-specific Industry Placement, accounting for 20% of your course, and opening the door into skilled employment, degree education and Higher Apprenticeships.
T Level Transition Programmes If you’re not quite ready for a T Level, we offer a selection of T Level Transition Programmes. These one-year programmes will prepare you for progression, giving you vital skills to build on in your T Level. Choose a T Level in:
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Index Our Study Programmes, Apprenticeships & T Levels are the first step towards your dream career.
Use your qualifications to secure that first job, or progress to university to study for a related degree in your chosen profession.
Art, Design & Creative Media Animator Art Therapist CAD Technician Cake Decorator Cartoonist Costume Designer Fashion Designer Film/Video Editor Fine Artist Florist Furniture Designer Games Designer Graphic Designer Illustrator Interior Designer Jewellery Designer Model Maker Museum Curator Painter Photographer Print Maker Product Designer Sculptor Special Effects Technician Stylist Tailor Textile Designer Tattooist/Body Artist Web Designer
Beauty Therapy Aromatherapist Beauty Blogger Beauty Consultant Beauty Therapist Complementary Therapist Cruise Ship Worker Dermatologist Make-up Artist Massage Therapist Medical Aesthetician Nail Technician Salon Manager Spa Therapist Social Media Influencer
Business & Professional Services Accountant Administrator Book-Keeper Brand Manager Business Consultant Business Development Executive Content Manager Digital Marketing Specialist Entrepreneur Financial Auditor Human Resources Manager Human Resources Officer Insurance Assessor Local Government Official Marketing Coordinator Personal Assistant
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Public Relations Manager Salesperson Schools Liaison Coordinator Social Media Consultant Social Media Executive Social Media Influencer Social Media Strategist Start-up Business Consultant
Computing, Digital & IT
Roofer Scaffolder Shop Fitter Site Manager Steel Erector Structural Engineer Town Planner 3D Visualiser Warehouse Operative Water Cooler & Boiler Installer
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer Cloud Architect Computer Graphics Designer Computer Programmer Cyber Security Officer Data Scientist Games Designer Information Systems Administrator IT Administrator IT Helpdesk Analyst IT Support Engineer IT Technician Network Engineer Software Developer 2D/3D Mobile App Designer Web Developer
Early Years, Childcare & Education
Construction
Engineering
Architect Architectural Technician Bricklayer Builder Buildings Project Manager Building Services Engineer Building Supplies Merchant Building Surveyor Carpenter Civil Engineer Commercial Manager Construction Site Operative Construction Site Planner Demolition Operative Diamond Drilling Operative Electrician Environmental Advisor Estimator Facilities Manager Foreman Gas Fitter Glazier Heating Engineer Highways Inspector Industrial Electrician Joiner Landscape Architect Land Surveyor Operations Manager Painter & Decorator Planning & Development Surveyor Plant Manager Plasterer Plumber Project Manager Property Developer Quantity Surveyor
Aerospace Engineer Automotive Engineer Biomedical Engineer Clinical Engineer Communication Engineer Electronics Engineer Entertainment Engineer Forensic Engineer Marine Engineer Mechanical Engineer Manufacturing Engineer Network & Hardware Engineer Nuclear Engineer Product Engineer Rail Engineer Robotics Engineer
Childcare Practitioner Crèche or Playgroup Leader Early Years Practitioner Education Consultant Family Support Worker Learning Support Assistant Nursery Manager Nursery Supervisor Primary School Teacher Social Worker Special Educational Needs Teacher Support Worker Teaching Assistant Youth Worker
Event, Hospitality & Catering Management Chef Commis Chef Event Organiser Flight Attendant Food & Beverage Director Food Product Designer Food Stylist Hotel Manager Marketing Executive Public Relations Officer Restaurateur Restaurant Publicist Travel Agent Wedding Planner
Hairdressing, Make-up & Barbering Barber Beauty Blogger Colour Technician Creative Stylist Editorial Stylist Extension Technician Freelance Stylist (Mobile) Gent’s Stylist Hair Stylist Hair Technician Image Consultant Lecturer Master Barber Product Sales & Marketing Salon Manager Session Stylist TV, Film & Theatre Make-up Artist
Health & Social Care Counsellor Learning Mentor Mental Health Worker Midwife Nurse Nursing Home Assistant Occupational Therapist Outreach Worker Paramedic Physiotherapist Podiatrist Probation Officer Radiographer Rehab Worker Safeguarding Officer Social Worker Speech & Language Therapist Support Worker Youth Worker
Motor Vehicle
Sport, Fitness & Wellbeing
Auto Designer Accident Repair Technician Brakes & Exhaust Fitter Car Dealer Classic Car Restorer Fleet Transport Manager Mechanic MOT Tester Panel Beater Panel Sprayer Roadside Recovery Technician Servicing Manager Strip Fitter Vehicle Body Repairer Vehicle Painter Vehicle Technician
Fitness Instructor Football Coach Martial Arts Instructor Nutritionist Personal Trainer PE Teacher Physiotherapist Referee Sports Analyst Sports & Exercise Scientist Sports Agent Sports Coach Sports Development Officer Sports Journalist Sports Psychologist Sports Rehabilitation Specialist Sports Scientist
Performing Arts Actor Camera Operator Choreographer Composer Costume Designer Dancer Entertainer Fashion Model Lighting Technician Live Sound Engineer Musical Theatre Performer Music Therapist Producer Radio DJ Screenwriter Set Designer Singer Special & Visual Effects Artist Stage Manager Stunt Performer TV/Film Director TV Floor Manager TV Runner
The Sciences Astronomical Scientist Biochemist Biomedical Scientist Botanist Chemist Crime Scene Investigator Criminal Intelligence Analyst Ecologist Food Scientist & Technologist Forensic Scientist Meteorologist Microbiologist Nutritionist Oceanographer Palaeontologist Pharmacist Psychologist Scenes of Crime Officer Toxicologist Zoologist
Travel & Tourism Airline Customer Service Agent Airport Information Assistant Customer Services Representative Deck Officer Event Planner Flight Attendant Heritage Officer Hotel Manager Holiday Representative Online Travel Agent PR Manager Ticketing Agent Tour Manager Transport Officer Travel Agency Manager Travel Blogger Venue Finder Visitor Attraction General Manager Waters Sports Operator
Uniformed Public Services Army Officer Border Control Officer Civil Servant Field Monitoring Officer Fire Fighter Forensic Fire & Explosion Investigator Intelligence Officer Member of the Royal Air Force Member of the Royal Marines Member of the Royal Navy Nurse Paramedic Police Officer Prison Officer Security Guard
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This guide will give you step-by-step advice on how to secure an Apprenticeship, from creating a CV to cold-calling local companies. You’ll benefit from first-class information and advice, as well as top tips from local employers, careers advisors and our current apprentices. 8
Check it out and get ahead of the game! Our publication includes:
Bolton College Apprenticeship offer
How to produce a CV
Telephone techniques
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How to write letters
How to find an employer
Interview techniques and questions
FAQs
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Buzz Quiz! Learn more about Apprenticeships with this online quiz, courtesy of Amazing Apprenticeships…
Try the Apprenticeships Quiz! Click Here!
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Apprenticeship Arcade Access interactive games to learn and explore Apprenticeships.
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T Level Quiz T Level students spend 80% of their time in College, and 20% of their time on a sector-specific Industry Placement. Take this quiz to learn more about T Levels, an inspiring Gold Standard qualification. Click Here!
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ADAM CORBALLY Star of the BBC’s The Apprentice!
Check out Adam’s websites here: www.adamcorbally.co.uk www.enterprisedays.co.uk
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Adam Corbally’s a big friend of Bolton College, so he jumped at the chance to connect with the next generation of young entrepreneurs when we asked him to star in the video on page 12. Named the favourite ever candidate of the BBC’s The Apprentice, listen to Adam’s engaging thoughts on Apprenticeships, as well as his recipe for success!
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Check out the Funny Bits from The Apprentice Episode 11, where Adam was tasked with creating a new sweet.
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Watch Adam’s audition for The Apprentice – he reached the final three, narrowly missing out on the final.
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Adam not only starred in The Apprentice, he also made a big impression on another BBC show, Total Wipeout!
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I Spy with my Apprenticeship Eye...
Can you find...
Our apprentices have lost their tools - can you find the 11 hidden objects below?
Find our bonus object and you could win a £30 Amazon voucher! Email us to tell us where it’s hidden, or send a screenshot to marketing@boltoncc.ac.uk
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Did you know that the Business & Professional Services sector is one of the biggest employers in the UK? We offer Apprenticeships in:
Accounting, Advertising & Media, Business Administration, Customer Service, Leadership & Management and Paralegal.
Business Management & Admin T Level Former pupil of Harper Green School ‘My industry placement at Howorth Air Tech gave me a real insight into the engineering sector.’
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You may also like to consider Business apprentice Ashleigh followed our our T Levels in Business & recipe and she’s great success – she Forenjoyed more information Professional Services. These wowed her employer and is now training as a Gold Standard Level 3 technical and how to apply: senior manager at Stateside Foods. qualifications are developed with CLICK HERE! employers and are equivalent to three A Levels at A*.
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Design an app, create a video game, build a website, code amazing software...what will YOU do with a qualification in Computing & IT? We offer Apprenticeships in:
Digital Marketing and IT Helpdesk Technician
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IT/Helpdesk Technician Apprenticeship Level 3 Former pupil of Kearsley Academy Working at Bolton College ‘I became an apprentice because I want to earn a wage whilst learning. I’m receiving so much support from my colleagues.’
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All sectors of the Construction industry are booming! As the world moves to a greener agenda, ambitious and motivated young people are in demand! So if you’re leaving school, or are looking for a new direction and challenge, then this is the place to come! We offer Apprenticeships in:
Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, Electrical, Painting & Decorating, Plastering, Plumbing and Roofing
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You may also like to consider our T Levels in Construction. These Gold Standard Level 3 technical qualifications are developed with employers and are equivalent to three A Levels at A*. See page 24!
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Bricklaying Apprenticeship Level 2 Former pupil of Rivington & Blackrod High School ‘Being an apprentice means that I’m getting loads of experience onsite – out of work, I’ve even done some private jobs.’
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Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship Level 3 Former pupil of St Mary’s Catholic High School Working at Kris Neale & Sons Ltd ‘My favourite thing about being an apprentice is getting paid. In the next five years I’d like my own company.’
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Electrical Apprenticeship Level 3 Former pupil of Westhoughton High School Working at WMB (Installations) Ltd ‘I’m happy I’m able to go out to work and earn money and I love working onsite; everyone’s really friendly and they take you under their wing.’
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Nathan Byrne
Plastering Apprenticeship Level 2 Former pupil of Tottington High School Working for KB Plastering ‘I really enjoy working in the plastering trade and doing the Apprenticeship is ideal; I’m learning at the same time as doing the job and taking home a wage!’
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Plumbing Apprenticeship Level 3 Former pupil of Canon Slade School Working at WMB (Mechanical) Ltd ‘The College helped me to get this Apprenticeship and I’d recommend it; it opens lots of different routes for the future.’
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Roofing Apprenticeship Level 2 Working at Fox Roofing Services ‘I love doing practical tasks so the Apprenticeship is ideal and the salary for qualified roofers is excellent.’
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Katelyn Dodgin Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship Level 2 Former pupil of Harper Green School Working at Bolton College ‘I started on a Level 1 Study Programme and was really keen to progress to an Apprenticeship; eventually I’d like my own business, so being an apprentice is giving me on-the-job experience and essential skills that I’ll use when I set up on my own.’
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Construction T Level Construction output in the UK totals more than £110 billion per year, which means a qualification in construction opens up a range of opportunities, giving you the practical and technical skills to build an exciting, and high-level, career!
at university, or giving you the qualifications to begin a rewarding, and well paid, career. You’ll spend 20% of your time on an Industry Placement, giving you vital experience in the world of work and a CV to wow future employers.
These T Levels, equivalent to three A Levels, will give you the skills to excel in the exciting world of construction and professional building, preparing you for further study
These courses are delivered by expert tutors and industry specialists, ensuring that the skills you learn are up to date and demanded by the construction industry.
Design, Surverying & Planning T Level Topics covered include: Computer Aided Design (CAD); Building Technology; Surveying Techniques; and Design & Management of Construction Projects. Depending on where your ambitions lie, you’ll then take it to the next level, focusing on an occupational specialism: • Building Services Design • Civil Engineering • Surveying & Design for Construction & the Built Environment • Hazardous Materials Analysis & Surveying
Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.
Career Options & Progression Completing this T Level will allow you to progress directly on to employment, university or even a paid Apprenticeship. Career opportunities include:
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Architect, earning up to £60,000 per year
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Quantity Surveyor, earning up to £80,000 per year
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Construction Manager, earning up to £65,000 per year
Expert Tutors & Industry Specialists
Gas Engineering T Level Topics covered include: Legislation; Combustion; Gases; Flues; Pipework; Ventilation; and Appliances. Focusing on your occupational specialism of Gas Engineering, you’ll study the theoretical elements of gas installation and be trained to industry levels in the workshop, covering a range of activities similar to the training a domestic gas engineer receives. • Heating Engineering & Ventilation • Refrigeration Engineering & Air Conditioning Engineering
Entry Requirements A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths.
Career Options & Progression Completing this T Level will allow you to progress directly on to employment, university or even a paid Apprenticeship. Career opportunities include:
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Oil & Gas Operations Manager, earning up to £75,000 per year
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Gas Mains Layer, earning up to £26,000 per year
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T Levels work!
Bolton College T Level students impress on their placements.
Bolton College T Level students excelled on their nine-week Industry Placement at Bethell. What Bethell had to say:
‘We haven’t previously taken on this number of work experience students – we can now see the benefits. Hopefully the next cohort of students will be as good as these, because they’ve set the bar high!’ Tim Kilroe, Chief Executive
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‘Throughout, the students were fully engaged and displayed ambition, confidence and an eagerness to learn. Feedback from our departments has been excellent and we’d love to have the students back.’ James Lacey, Talent Acquisition Manager
Secured permanent jobs at Bethell Group! Following their placement, Mueen, Joseph and James were offered part-time permanent roles at Bethell Group, where they’re gaining practical experience that supplements their higher education studies at Bolton College. ‘Thanks to this, I returned to College with an improved skillset. I want to be a site engineer or project manager.’ Mueen Uddin Former pupil of Al-Jamiatul Islamiyah
‘It was really well-rounded; I spent time in each department and now I want to become a quantity surveyor or estimator.’ Joseph Myerscough Former pupil of St Gabriel’s Roman Catholic High School ‘Everyone was so welcoming which helped my confidence grow. I see my future in site engineering or project management.’ James Quinn Former pupil of St Ambrose Barlow RC High School Secured permanent job at BAE Systems Joe’s placement at Bethell Group cemented his ambition to pursue a career in the professional construction sector; he secured a permanent part-time job at the prestigious BAE Systems and will also continue his studies at Bolton College. ‘I’ve been inspired – most people my age don’t get the opportunity to do quality, real-life work experience.’ Joe Gittens-Smethurst Former pupil of Rivington & Blackrod High School
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Build Your Perfect Apprenticeship! It’s daunting not knowing what can help you land that job. However, being aware of what employers look for puts you a little closer to getting your dream Apprenticeship. Here are the building blocks to becoming the perfect apprentice.
Passion
Show them that you’re passionate about the industry
Motivation
Proving tha t you are self-mo tivated and driven will help you ca tch the eyes of emp loyers
Teamwork
All those gr oup projects or team sports you’v e played in w ill come in handy now
Commun icat Skills ion T he skills you’v learned i e n everyday situation s ca applied a n be t your new job
Problem Solving
You’ll ne ed t them you o show can calm and stay effective work ly to solv e problem s
Willingn ess Learn to
It’s all ab out on-the-j ob traini ng so show them ho w excited y ou are about le arni experts i ng from n the fiel d!
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Lucy Jones Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Former pupil of Little Lever School Working at Hocus Pocus Day Nursery
Looking for a career that combines work and play, and allows you to make a real impact on the next generation? We offer Apprenticeships in:
Early Years Education and Teaching Assistants
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‘I’m loving being an apprentice, the role has made me so confident. I started off here on work experience and this led to the Apprenticeship – the support from my colleagues has been brilliant; it’s like being part of one big family.’
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The florist will use their expertise and knowledge of flowers, plants, botanical materials and accessories to produce floral designs. The design of floral work, whether it is a small bouquet or a large installation for a major event, requires the florist to be innovative and creative.
• Designs in a Medium • Floral Tied Designs • Glued Floristry Designs • Wired Floristry Designs • Floral Manipulation Techniques The apprentice will also develop knowledge of:
• Safe Working • Work ethics • Planning • Responsibility • Technology The Floristry Standard • Personal professional development The standard covers the following core topic • Teamwork areas in which both knowledge and skills will be • Professional conduct covered: • Communication • Safe Working Practices • Identification of Botanical Materials and Plants For more information • Conditioning Flowers and Foliage and how to apply: • Customer Service CLICK HERE! • Principles of Design Excellent levels of customer care and sales skills are crucial as florists are often commissioned for important events such as weddings, celebrations, funerals and business events.
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A Hairdressing or Barbering Apprenticeship can lead to an amazing career – you’ll use your creativity every day and gain new qualifications and skills. We offer Apprenticeships in:
Hairdressing and Barbering
Tia Brown
Hairdressing Apprenticeship Level 2 Working at Leigh Bracek Hair & Beauty ‘I prefer practical work so being an apprentice made sense. In the salon I feel like part of one big family.’
You may also like to consider our T Level in Hairdressing or Barbering. These Gold Standard Level 3 technical qualifications are developed with employers and are equivalent to three A Levels at A*.
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After starting out as a barbering apprentice, Corey Dickinson is now an employer and the owner of Tonsor Male Grooming, a highly-successful barbershop with over 150 five-star reviews. Corey preferred practical tasks at school so, after discovering a love of barbering through YouTube, he became a barbering apprentice at 16. ‘It was a challenge building my client base but I was hard working and dedicated and I soon went from five regular clients to being fully booked week in, week out. ‘At 18, I became shop manager then at 19, I bought out my boss and rebranded the barbershop to Tonsor Male Grooming.
Hear more from Corey here:
‘I now employ a Bolton College apprentice; I want to create opportunities for those who, like me, have a passion and drive to do well. ‘Not everyone thrives at school but given the right environment, anyone can become successful and achieve qualifications.’
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Employer & Apprentice Perspectives! Corey’s passionate about inspiring the next generation he employs one Bolton College apprentice - here’s what Corey looks for when taking someone on…
@tonsormalegrooming @tonsormalegrooming @TonsorMaleGrooming Book an appointment at www.tonsormalegrooming.co.uk or call 01942 840 349.
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At the end of December 2018, there were 38.2 million vehicles licensed for use on the UK’s roads, which means we need more professionals to build, maintain and repair them! Study with us and we’ll help turn your passion for cars into a rewarding career in the motor vehicle industry. We offer Apprenticeships in:
Dylan Green Motor Vehicle Panel Technician Apprenticeship Level 3 Working at DLG Auto Services ‘I was so pleased to get the Apprenticeship here; it’s a great place to learn the trade and I’ve been told that a career at DLG is a career for life.’
Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Motor Vehicle Paint Technician and Motor Vehicle Panel Technician
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You may also like to consider our T Levels in Computing, Digital & IT. These Gold Standard Level 3 technical qualifications are developed with employers and are equivalent to three A Levels at A*.
For more information and how to apply: CLICK HERE!
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Why settle for just playing sport when you can make a career out of it? You don’t have to pursue a career as a professional sportsperson to get into the industry; with an Apprenticeship, you can enjoy a future as a personal trainer or a coach keeping communities fit and active. You may want to become a football coach, progressing to academy work or becoming an elite coach. Alternatively, become a sports and health officer, working in leisure, youth work, outdoor activities or in the fast-growing public health sector.
Community Activator Coach Apprenticeship Level 2 Former pupil of St James’s C E High School Working at Bolton Wanderers in the Community ‘This is the best thing I’ve ever done. The work doesn’t even feel like work because I love it; it suits me more than being in a classroom all the time. If you’re considering an Apprenticeship, go for it!’
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