National Apprenticeships Week 2026

9 - 15 February
A week-long celebration of apprenticeships #NAW26

What is an apprenticeship? Who are they for and what kind of industries offer them?

QUALIFICATIONS

Apprenticeships balance study and work and vary in qualifications and length of commitment.

APPRENTICESHIPS IN ENGLAND

There are apprenticeships available across thousands of roles in a wide range of industries. Whether you’re interested in hands-on careers such as engineering, nursing, or construction, or professional paths in marketing, law, or project management, there’s an apprenticeship to match your goals.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

PARENTS' GUIDE TO APPRENTICESHIPS

Many parents are unsure whether an apprenticeship could be the right career path for their child. This free guide helps explain why apprenticeships are the best option for some students, either after GCSE or Sixth Form. 

APPRENTICES, LEARNERS AND PARENTS TOOLKIT

VIRTUAL WORK EXPERIENCE

Young Professionals run a series of free industry events so that students can gain skills and engage with world leading employers.

Check out their programme for virtual work experience below

DISCOVER MORE

Watch these inspirational videos and see where an apprenticeship could take you...

Channel 4 run a vibrant apprenticeship programme - Find out more here:

Hear from Hosanna who is an apprentice at the Royal Opera House in London:

Gary is completing a degree apprenticeship at world-leading genomic research organisation, Wellcome Sanger Institute:

Discover what Amelia's apprenticeship at Coca-Cola entails:

Maybe Ben's apprenticeship journey at the BBC will inspire you:

Chantelle's apprenticeship journey at Fire and Rescue allows her to earn while she learns:

Apprenticeships are everywhere - Carly is completing a Finance apprenticeship at 
The House of Commons:

Bastian's apprenticeship journey at Siemens is everything he hoped it would be:

WHERE COULD YOUR FAVOURITE SUBJECT TAKE YOU?

From Art & Design to PE and Sport, explore this collection of videos showcasing a wide range of apprenticeships linked to the subjects you enjoy. Click the link below to watch.

FIND YOUR FUTURE CAREER HERE...

HIGHER & DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS VACANCY LISTING