Welcome to The Derbyshire Network
Apply for an Apprenticeship online today!!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q) So how do Apprenticeships work?
As an Apprentice you'll have a proper wage, with all the rights and responsibilities of an employee, plus you'll get training towards a qualification which employers recognise and respect.
Q) Do I have to find an employer willing to take me on?
In most cases, your training provider will arrange for you to have an interview with a potential employer.
Q) How many levels of NVQ are there and what are they equivalent to?
Level 1 - 5 GCSEs at grades D-G
Level 2 - 5 GCSEs at grades A - C
Level 3 - 2 A levels/vocational A level
Level 4/5 - HNC, HND and Degree level
Q) Where can I go on-line to find out more about Apprenticeships?
Here are just a few websites that you may find useful:
Go to the official Apprenticeships website
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Official Apprenticeships website
Go to the Derbyshire Connexions website
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Connexions Derbyshire
Go to the Connexions Direct website
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Connexions Direct
Go to the Department  for Education & Skills website
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Department for Education and Skills
Go to the LSC website
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Learning and Skills Council
Go to the ALI website
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Adult Learning Inspectorate
Fast Tomato.com Go to the Skills Xtra website Home Page