So… you’ve applied for an apprenticeship, decided that you didn’t want to go university, and you’ve now been accepted onto your apprenticeship of choice! Fantastic. Now then, what’s next? Don’t sweat it, us over here at ApprenticeTips.com have exactly what you need, we have gathered, what we believe are the best tips you will need before and when starting your apprenticeship.
1. Research and find out as much as you can prior to starting
One of the key and vital areas we feel any apprentice should be clued up on prior to starting their journey as an apprentice is to read up as much as you can about your course. That way, when you come to eventually starting your course, you will be able to gain a head start. A lot of information can be found on the government apprenticeships website: https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
2. Meet and connect with as many people as you can
A MAJOR advantage of starting an apprenticeship is the vast amount of people you will meet and connect with along the way. These could vary from colleagues, apprentice leaders and general people along the way on your journey, not only will you make some great friends, but you never know when these same people will come in handy later on in life and your career.
3. Ask questions!!!
Remember, you and all of your cohort are in the same position, if you are confused about something, or you just need further clarification, ask a question! The best advice we can give you, is that no question is a stupid question, and that’s the honest truth.
4. Take advantage of all the resources that are on offer
We cannot express this one enough, please please PLEASE take advantage of everything that apprenticeships have to offer, whether it be educational resources for you to learn more whilst your off the job, or material resources, like the amazing NUS Card. This card allows you to get discount on countless of shops, restaurants, and even entertainment venues like bowling or the cinema! What are you waiting for, go and see if you can apply for one now here: https://www.nus.org.uk/
5. Set clear goals and objectives
This one is vital, when starting your apprenticeship, you’re going to want to set key and clear objectives and goals for yourself. These could be goals for during your apprenticeship, or they could be for the end goal when you complete your apprenticeship. These goals should all be feasible for yourself and you would want them to be time conscious and inline with key dates on your apprenticeship.
6. Our last tip, enjoy the experience and absorb all you
Starting something new can be a very daunting experience, from knowing absolutely no one at all, to learning and being tested on new and exciting opportunities. In the midst of this all, do not forget to enjoy yourself and what you are learning, this is all shaping for your future career so absorb as much as you can whilst you’re on this apprenticeship and just know you’re not alone!
So, that’s the end of our tips for when you’re about to start your apprenticeship, we really do hope that these helped and we hope that you can take these on for when you eventually start.
If you do have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected], we will be sure to come back to you and help find your answer.
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