1. What is an apprenticeship?
As an apprentice you will earn a commision based salary and work alongside and learn on the job from
experienced colleagues to gain job-specific skills. In addition, you will attend college to work towards a
nationally recognised professional qualification in your chosen career path.
In a nutshell, the main benefit of an apprenticeship is that you can earn as well as learn whilst creating
your long term career in a leading marketing company.
At Altrust our apprentice schemes mean a permanent job with us.
Anyone over 16, living in the UK and not in full-time education can apply for an apprenticeship.
What are different types of apprenticeship?
Altrust offers a arrange of apprenticeship levels dependent on your qualifications and the area of the
business you chose to work in.
Advanced
You’ll work towards work-based learning Level 3 competence qualification (AltrustEC) learning
functional skills which are supported by a knowledge based qualification such as an NVQ.
Higher
You’ll work towards work-based learning Level 4 competence qualification which are consolidated by
the achievement of a foundation degree.
Full degree
You’ll work toward our work-based learning degree qualification.

2. Who funds the apprenticeship?
Our apprentices do not pay anything towards their apprenticeship. Altrust training partners pay for the
training.
How long does it take?
The length of the apprenticeships Altrust offers depends on the programme and the level of qualification
the apprentice is working towards. Typically our apprenticeships are between two and four years
duration.
How is learning achieved through the apprenticeship?
Our apprenticeships are designed so they offer a structured programme that takes you through the skills
that you need to do a job well. Along the way there are targets and checks to make sure you are
supported and are making progress.
As most of the time is spent in the workplace, the majority of training takes place on the job with the
remainder taking place at a local college or a specialist training organisation.
You will complete the off-the-job training on day release or over a number of days in a block. The
amount of time you spend at college varies according to the apprenticeship. It could be anything from
one day per week up to 1 week per month. .
The outcome of this blended learning method will be a vocational quali cation for you which will befi
useful in your job and help you succeed in your future career.
What are the advantages of an apprenticeship for a young person?
There are many advantages from doing an apprenticeship with Altrust, include a job from day 1 and all
the benefits of being an Altrust employee. Plus support during training and working towards a
professional qualification.