What is a creative apprenticeship?

These are 1 year programmes designed to help people develop careers in the creative industries by giving them qualifications and jobs. You will work full time with an employer in the creative sector and study one day a week with us on day release.

Who can apply?

If you are currently employed or have been signing on for over 9 months you can access the Creative Apprenticeship programme. If you are under the age of 19 you can fast track into the course.

What apprenticeships are available?

We offer Creative Apprentices in ...

Live events and promotion
Music business (Recording industry)
Technical theatre (rigging, lighting & sound)
Costume and wardrobe
Cultural and heritage venue operations
Community arts management

Each apprentice studies a GCSE or A level equivalent industry standard EDI VRQ qualification, a certificate in technical competence, and key skills in numeracy and communication. Employers consider all of these essential elements if an apprentice is to meet the required level of competency for a specific job role.

What are the benefits to you?

The Creative Apprenticeship programme will ...

Equip you with industry skills
Train, assess and certificate - free of charge
Help you reach a higher level of competence and performance
Find employment for you if you are unemployed
Increase your value to your business if you are employed
Give you a more diverse talent base

Employer requirements

Your employer will need to ...

Employ the apprentice on a part or full time basis. Most employers pay apprentices between £95 - £160 per week (can be more if already in employment)
Help support the training that we provide to ensure that the person becomes a skilled
employee
Provide on the job development for the apprentice