Apprenticeship
As an Apprentice, you will be registered as a learner with NETA. An Apprentice works towards a Level 2 Vocational Qualification, Key Skills / Functional Skills and a Technical Certificate. The work is mainly practical: you will develop technical skills and gain valuable work experience. There is also the opportunity to progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship.
Advanced Apprenticeship
As an Advanced Apprentice, you will be in full-time employment with an appropriate wage, aiming for a technical, supervisory or junior management role. The training, leads to a Level 3 Vocational Qualification, Key Skills / Functional Skills and a Technical Certificate. For many, an Advanced Apprenticeship is a stepping stone to university. On successful completion of your apprenticeship you will receive an Advanced Apprenticeship Certificate
Why Choose NETA?
NETA is recognised as one of the country's leading providers of vocational skills training. We were approved as the first Centre of Vocational Excellence for Engineering Construction, and also the first independent training provider to achieve certification in both the Training Quality Standard and framework for Excellence. We have been providing apprentice training since 1975 and many of today's craftsmen did their initial training with us.
At NETA you will receive not just technical training but the opportunity to develop your personal skills which will help you prepare for the world of work.
Will I have to go to College?
You will be required to complete a part time course of further education or technical certificate which may be delivered at NETA or at a college.
What Qualifications do I need?
Apprenticeship
A good selection of GCSE's including Maths, English and ICT subjects
Advanced Apprenticeship
With 3 to 5 middle grade GCSE's (Grade C and above) in Maths, English, ICT you could be considered for an Advanced Apprenticeship .
Further Information
What are Keyskills / Functional Skills?
Key skills are those skills that will help you become an effective member of staff in any place of work and are a mandatory element of the apprentice framework. They help you to become flexible and adaptable - a highly valued member of the team.
There are six key skills . Functional Skills all highly valued by employers
- Application of numbers
- Communication
- Improving your own learning and performance
- Information Technology
- Problem Solving
- Working with others
What is a technical certificate?
This is a qualification within most apprenticeships. It assesses the specialist knowledge and understanding needed within a particular job.
How do I apply?
1. Just fill in an application form (ticking as many disciplines as you want) and return it in the stamped addressed envelope which will be provided. You will need to do this quickly as places are limited. The Closing Date each year is usually the end of April.
2. You will be invited to take an online aptitude test which is made up of the following:-
- Literacy and Numeracy
- Communication
- Engineering concept and science
- Verbal Reasoning
- Numerical Reasoning
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
3. If you pass the test you will be invited for an interview.
4. If you successfully complete both the aptitude test and the interview, we will make your details available to companies looking for apprentices in the disciplines you choose. They will shortlist and invite candidates for an interview. However, final job offers may depend on you achieving your predicted GCSE results and is the decision of the employer.
5. You could be offered a place either by one of these companies or NETA may be able to help you find an employer. In both cases you will do your training at NETA.
Please Note
You are not automatically guaranteed an apprenticeship even if you get through both steps 2 and 3. Offers will depend on the number of successful candidates and quantity of places available.