The Significance and Benefits of Apprenticeship Programs

Here at IWS, we have hired 3 new apprentices to join our team! Hiring apprentices is crucial to growing emerging talent and developing a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce. It is an exciting option for both an apprentice and an employer.

Why Become an Apprentice?

1. It is paid
2. Training
3. Creates more opportunities and improves future job prospects
4. You get ‘hands-on’ practical experience
5. Avoids student loans! An employer pays your training and salary!

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Why is hiring apprentices beneficial for IWS?

Hiring an apprentice supports economic growth and enables IWS to adapt an apprentice’s training to their individual needs as well as adapting training to the needs of your business. It allows us to get ahead by offering people different programmes that diversity, upskill and strengthen the capabilities of our employees in various areas. As well as providing value to the business and the economy overall.

Apprentices can be employed at various levels. They can range from school leavers to university graduates or people who want to further their careers or change career direction. 

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• 86% of employers said apprenticeships helped them develop skills relevant to their organisation.
• 78% of employers have said apprenticeships improved productivity.
• 74% of employers have said apprenticeship helped them improve the quality of their products and services.