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Apprenticeships

Bridgend College is one of the leading providers of apprenticeships in Wales, offering a diverse range of training programmes that support large multinational organisations, small private companies, and the public sector.

Apprenticeships are a great opportunity for people to earn while they learn, gain vital work experience and set themselves on a fast track to a successful career. Lasting between one and five years, apprenticeships are now available in hundreds of occupations in many industries.

They are for people of all ages and all backgrounds, offering a ladder of opportunity for people to gain the life-changing skills they need and enabling businesses to acquire the critical skills they need for growth.

Minister for Economy meets Bridgend College apprentices as part of National Apprenticeship Week

What we offer

Junior Apprenticeships

These are a unique way to learn and start training. They are for 14-16 year olds who come to college, instead of school, five days a week during term-time. A Junior Apprenticeship will develop their knowledge and skills, enabling them to gain industry qualifications for their chosen future career. Alongside this, they will study English and Maths and continue to sit GCSE exams in these subjects which are important for any future career.

Foundation Apprenticeships

Foundation Apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ Level 2, which is the equivalent to 5 GCSEs.

Apprenticeships

Apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ Level 3, which is the equivalent to 2 A Levels.

Higher Apprenticeships

Higher Apprentices work towards work-based learning qualifications such as an NVQ Level 4 and above, which is the equivalent to an HNC/HND or Foundation Degree.

FE / Traineeship

Traineeships are a new learning programme for people aged between 16-18 years old in Wales. The Traineeship learning programme aims to give young people the skills needed to get a job or progress to further learning at a higher level, such as an apprenticeship or further education.

Supported Internship Programme

An innovative and fully immersive employment programme for entry level learners with additional learning needs. Our Supported Internship Programme is an innovative and exciting opportunity for young people with additional learning needs to learn and gain work-based experiences, delivered in collaboration with Engage to Change, Elite Supported Employment Agency and Project Search.

Apprenticeship opportunities at Bridgend College

Become an apprentice Being an apprentice is a great way to work for an employer, earn a salary and gain a qualification Find out more

Apprenticeships for employers Apprenticeships are designed around the needs of businesses and can help transform your organisation Find out more

Subject areas

Agriculture, Wildlife and Countryside

Animal Care

Business and Accountancy

Catering and Hospitality

Childhood Studies

Construction

Engineering

Garden Design and Professional Landscaping