OUR PRE-APPRENTICESHIP COURSES

Aged 16-18? We'll get you ready for an apprenticeship
Category Preview - <h3><strong>CONSTRUCTION SKILLS</strong></h3> <p>Build your career in:</p> <ul> <li>Bricklaying</li> <li>Painting & Decorating</li> <li>Plastering</li> <li>Joinery</li> <li>Engineering</li> <li>Electrics</li> <li>Property Maintenance</li> <li>Gas Engineering</li> </ul>

CONSTRUCTION SKILLS

Build your career in:

  • Bricklaying
  • Painting & Decorating
  • Plastering
  • Joinery
  • Engineering
  • Electrics
  • Property Maintenance
  • Gas Engineering

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Category Preview - <h3><strong>DIGITAL SKILLS</strong></h3> <p>Develop your digital career by learning aspects of: </p> <ul> <li>Content creation</li> <li>Managing operating systems</li> <li>Technical troubleshooting</li> <li>Social Media and communicating online</li> <li>Online transactions</li> </ul>

DIGITAL SKILLS

Develop your digital career by learning aspects of: 

  • Content creation
  • Managing operating systems
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Social Media and communicating online
  • Online transactions

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Category Preview - <h3><strong>BUSINESS SKILLS</strong></h3> <p>Learn the basic principles of:</p> <ul> <li>Business Administration</li> <li>Customer Service</li> <li>Marketing </li> <li>Management</li> <li>Accountancy</li> <li>Retail</li> </ul>

BUSINESS SKILLS

Learn the basic principles of:

  • Business Administration
  • Customer Service
  • Marketing 
  • Management
  • Accountancy
  • Retail

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GET CV-READY

We will work with you during your pre-apprenticeship to make sure your CV is in tip-top condition!

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MAKE FRIENDS 

Make friends with other people looking to start their apprenticeship journeys too! 

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TRY IT OUT 

You can do tasters in a range of sectors as part of your pre-apprenticeship programme. We think this is invaluable and helps many learners!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is a pre-apprenticeship course?

Our pre-apprenticeship courses basically give you a head-start on your career journey. We give you the skills and advice to help you before you progress onto your apprenticeship. This could be building your confidence on the phone, help with building your digital skills or trying out different sectors like brickwork, joinery, painting and decorating and more!

How long does a pre-apprenticeship course last?

Our pre-apprenticeship courses can last from 20 - 28 weeks. The duration of the programme is based on attitude, timekeeping and behaviour. You can apply for a bursary to help with finances whilst in centre. 

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STAFFORDSHIRE'S LARGEST INDEPENDENT TRAINING PROVIDER

For over 30 years we've been helping young people to gain jobs and progress in their careers. We've built up a great track record of school leavers learning new skills, gaining maths and English grades, and achieving things they never thought they could do. 

As the largest training provider in Staffordshire - come and see why you should choose Achieve Training as your next step.

Why choose us

LIFE AT ACHIEVE TRAINING

Learn about what your journey with us will look like. How you can progress from our pre-apprenticeship programmes onto an apprenticeship, plus all the extra benefits that you get from learning with Achieve Training - your launchpad to learning.

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“The business and customer service pre-apprenticeship really helped me to progress my career. It helped me be more confident making phone calls and I made some new friends. The staff were really friendly and the atmosphere didn't feel like school it was much more relaxed which I enjoyed."

BEN WEBB-RUSHTON, MARKETING APPRENTICE

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YOUR ENERGY + OUR SUPPORT = THE FUTURE 

We have a team of trained, experienced staff to help you all the way. Whether you need support in English and Maths or whether it's support in Mental Health and wellbeing there is always someone here to help you. 

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APPLY NOW TO KICK START YOUR CAREER
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PLAN YOUR FUTURE,
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Our Open Events allow you to discover the amazing benefits of apprenticeships! Speak with our staff, check out our latest vacancies and start your journey!

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