Apprenticeships in General Practice
One of the West Yorkshire ICBs top three workforce priorities is the expansion of high-quality apprenticeships, in response to the anticipated National Apprenticeship Policy and aligned to the apprenticeship ambitions in the NHS Long Term Workforce plan and the Adult Social Care Workforce strategy.
There are a number of apprenticeship pathways in General Practice covering both the clinical and the non-clinical workforce. Apprenticeships offer a multitude of benefits that make them a valuable and rewarding pathway for individuals seeking to have a career in healthcare. Some key advantages of apprenticeships include:
- Hands-on Learning
- Skill Development
- Earn While You Learn
- Mentorship and Guidance
- Career Progression
- Industry Recognition
- Networking
- Tailored Learning
- Smooth Transition to Employment
- Enhanced Confidence
In essence, apprenticeships offer a holistic learning journey that combines education, practical experience, mentorship, and financial stability, making them an advantageous route for individuals looking to enter, excel in, and contribute to their chosen industries.
Apprentices must be employed for a minimum of 30-hours per week and meet set standards in Functional Skills (Maths and English).
Access the GOV.UK ‘Becoming an Apprentice’ information.
If you need assistance you can visit GOV.UK to see how to register and use the apprenticeship service as an employer – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) or you can call the apprenticeship helpline on 08000 150 600 for advice.