High-tech Engineer, hairdresser, plumber, chef, outdoor education tutor, dental nurse – they all have to start their careers somewhere. An apprenticeship can be a terrific way into a job, to earn while you learn and offers a real alternative to University for many young people. This dynamic BBC Learning series of six short films follows a group of engaging teenagers as they try out being an Apprentice for the Day, in a wide variety of trades.
Careers’ mentor Aimee Bateman helps guide our prospective apprentices, offering them practical hints on how to make the right choices - and in a complimentary seventh film she offers top tips on creating an amazing CV; doing the ultimate interview and maximising the value of an apprenticeship. With school students now having to stay in full time education or training until the age of 18, this high-energy series provides plenty of useful advice to those who might benefit from a vocational education setting.
Click here to watch the Apprentice for the Day clips
