Pre-Apprenticeships:Training & Work experience for young people

Are you aged 16-18 years old? Looking for help finding training/work experience or deciding on a career? London Learning Consortium can help.

If you enjoy practical work and want to gain some work experience whilst you are working towards a National Vocational Qualification, a Pre Apprenticeship programme may help you. On a pre apprenticeship programme you can work towards a range of qualifications, in particular at Level 1. It is a personalized programme, designed around your skills, abilities and interests. Programmes are flexible to meet your needs, and they can be revised.

Programmes comprises of three main parts:

• Vocational or subject learning (study of an occupational area), including work placements, work tasters and work experience, to help you decide what you want to do

• Personal and social development

• Functional Skills – English, Numeracy and ICT

Pre Apprenticeship Programmes are available in the following areas:

• Business & Accounts

• Hospitality

• Travel & Tourism

How is it delivered?

Your tutor will work with you to design a programme that is tailored to your current learning needs. The training is delivered both in work and at local community venues.

How long does it take?

The length of all our programmes varies and they are shaped to suit an individual’s needs. The average length of a Pre Apprenticeship Programme is 6 - 8 months.

When do programmes start? 

February 2013. Please contact us for the next available start dates.

New bursary scheme announced for 16-19 year olds to replace Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

Students aged 16-18 doing a full-time course may be eligible for the new bursary scheme. Please speak to LLC for more details.

Career Guidance and Workforce Development

If you need advice in choosing the right course, we are here to help. We welcome those who wish to discuss their next step in education and training. A team of careers specialists are available to offer expert guidance.