Information for Employers
What are Apprenticeships?
Apprenticeships are an excellent way of developing your staff, and are designed to ensure that all training reaches nationally recognised standards. You can enrol existing members of staff on the scheme (aged 16 - 24) or use our free recruitment service to find the right person for your vacancy. There are two types of Apprenticeship, Foundation and Advanced, which are NVQ Level 2 and 3 respectively. Stockport College offers Apprenticeships in the following areas. For further information telephone 0161 958 3325 or Rachel Comer, Employment Engagement Officer on 0161 958 3297.- Accounting
- Administration
- Brickwork
- Carpentry & Joinery
- Beauty Therapy
- Electrical Installation
- Engineering
- Hairdressing
- Health and Social Care
- Hand-crafted furniture
- Motor Vehicle and Cycle Maintenance & Repair
- Painting & Decorating
- Plumbing
What are the business benefits of the scheme?
Free Recruitment Service
We will take a detailed job description, short-list suitable candidates for your vacancy and arrange interviews, all free of charge. You are under no obligation to hire candidates put forward, if you feel they are not suitable.
Nationally recognised qualifications specific to your industry
Apprentices work towards National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), which provide practical skills in specific occupational areas. They also work towards key skills, that are transferable, such as IT, application of number and teamwork. All apprentices also work towards a technical certificate, which provides the underpinning knowledge to the NVQ.
Immediate benefits of training
As Apprentices work and learn at the same time, the benefits of training are immediate.
Where can I get more information?
If you would like any more information on the Apprenticeship scheme at Stockport College, please complete the online enquiry form and a member of staff will call you back shortly. 
You can also download this leaflet with comprehensive information about our Apprenticeship scheme.
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