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Help students explore apprenticeship with free British Army resource

National Apprenticeship Week (10th–16th February) is the perfect time to introduce students to exciting career pathways. British Army Supporting Education offers a free assembly resource to help secondary schools showcase apprenticeships as a viable option.

Why use this resource?

Engaging and informative

The 20-minute presentation is ideal for PSHE lessons, assemblies, or form time. It’s tailored for students aged 11–16 and challenges common misconceptions about apprenticeships.

Inspires career exploration via apprenticeship

The resource highlights the benefits of apprenticeships, including qualifications from Level 2 to Level 7 and hands-on industry experience. It empowers students to see apprenticeships as attractive and achievable career options.

Easy for teachers to use

This ready-made presentation requires minimal preparation, making it a convenient tool for busy educators. It supports teachers in guiding students through apprenticeship routes with clear and concise information.

Access the apprenticeship resource today

Encourage your school to use this valuable tool during National Apprenticeship Week. Download the free resource here: British Army Apprenticeship Week Resource.

This assembly aims to challenge pre-conceptions and showcase different areas of apprenticeships, some of which may surprise your students. It introduces the benefits of becoming an apprentice, such as achieving Level 2 to 7 qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience in the employment sector, and shares examples of apprenticeships within the British Army. With future employers looking primarily for qualifications backed up by hands-on experience, apprenticeships are becoming an attractive route into a range of careers.

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