MODERN APPRENTICESHIPS

Employers in New Zealand often find themselves in a position where their business is growing rapidly and they can't get enough skilled staff to do the work. The modern apprenticeship programme is a co-operative approach to increasing your business while training the next generation at the same time.

It is to every employer's advantage to have a skilled workforce, and an environment that supports and encourages employees to strive for higher goals will be reflected in productivity - and your bottom line.

A typical modern apprentice is keen to learn, enjoys putting theory into practice on the job and is eager to prove him/her self in your industry.

Discover the difference that a young person with the right attitude, ability and motivation can make to your team - and your bottom line.

What is a modern apprenticeship?

It is a work-based education initiative for young people that makes it easier for employers to recruit and train talented young staff and turn them into supervisors or managers.

They don't have to take out a student loan to get qualified - they earn while they learn. Plus, modern apprentices are supported in their training by a modern apprenticeships co-ordinator, who makes managing a modern apprenticeship a breeze for apprentices and employers. The coordinator mentors and supports the young person through to completion of the qualification.

A modern apprenticeship is far more than just a job - it offers young people the chance to start a new career.

What sort of an employer takes on a modern apprentice?

Employers of modern apprentices are people with vision, who see the long-term benefits of investing in young people with potential and drive. They can see the benefits to:

their business of having an employee who is increasing their knowledge and expertise, and is steadily getting closer to being fully qualified
their industry of helping young people choose retail as a career
their employees of creating and developing a training culture in their workplace..

Who is suitable?

Modern apprentices are motivated and able young New Zealanders who see the advantages of having a nationally recognised qualification.

The programme is open to employees from the ages of 16 to 21, and leads to National Certificates in Retail, as well as providing transferable life-long skills.

Older than 21?

There is some room for people older than 21 to become modern apprentices, so talk to your Retail Institute Training Adviser, who will be able to discuss this and other options with you.