Funding
There a selection of Government initiatives in place to encourage employers and learners to train and up skill.
To find out if you are eligible for any funding contact Proskills.
For apprentices aged between 16 and 18 the Government fully funds the training costs of an Apprenticeship programme. Where the apprentice is 19 or over, employers are expected to make a contribution towards the cost of training. The contribution does not necessarily have to be a cash payment but can be other contributions that reduce the cost of delivery.
The exact amount of funding available depends on the exact framework that is taken.
Current initiatives for Apprenticeships
England
Apprenticeship Grant
The National Apprenticeship Service will provide up to 5,000 Apprenticeship Grants, with a value of £2,500 to encourage employers to take on unemployed 16-17 year olds as apprentices.
To find out more click here.
Wales
Young Recruits Programme
If you haven’t taken on an apprentice in the past, or are willing to take on more apprentices than you ordinarily would, you may be able to get a £50 a week wage subsidy for twelve months.
To find out more click here.
Scotland
Adopt an Apprentices and Invest in an Apprentice
Scottish businesses of all sizes and in all sectors are to be given the opportunity to receive £2,000 to take on an Apprentice.
To find out more click here.
Northern Ireland
ApprenticeshipNI incentives
Employer incentives are available from £500 to £1,500.
To find out more click here.