Work Based Learning
Discover how apprenticeships and work experience can provide valuable hands-on training and support for your future workforce.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships in Wales are fully funded by Welsh Government and available to businesses of any size or sector.
Apprenticeships are open to new or existing staff. To be eligible, an apprentice must:
- Live and/or work in Wales and be aged 16+
- Spend at least 51% of their working hours in Wales
- Be employed for the full duration of the apprenticeship
Employers do not manage levy accounts in Wales, training costs are covered directly through approved providers. Employers only pay the apprentice’s salary, with incentives available for hiring people with a disability.
Apprenticeship Benefits
- Lower costs: Affordable way to recruit and train.
- Higher productivity: New skills and fresh ideas.
- Better retention: Staff feel valued and stay longer.
- Business growth: Skilled people drive performance.
- Close skills gaps: Training tailored to your needs
Be future ready and build talent for tomorrow’s needs, including digital skills and digital apprenticeships.
Apprenticeship levels
Foundation apprenticeship
Apprenticeship
Higher Apprenticeship
Degree Apprenticeship
Level 2 | Equivalent to 5 GCSEs
Available in Agriculture & Environment, Business Administration, Digital Technology, Food & Drink, Hair & Beauty, Health & Social Care, Waste Management & Recycling, and Retail & Hospitality.
Foundation apprenticeship
Apprenticeship
Higher Apprenticeship
Degree Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Providers in North Wales
