Apprenticeships in Worcester Event

Hive-Worcester

Mike Pryce, Worcester News 12 May 2011

AN event to boost apprenticeship opportunities in Worcestershire has been organised by the county council.

The Real Apprentice is set to take place at County Hall in Spetchley Road, Worcester, on Tuesday at 3.30pm.

Potential apprentices and their parents or guardians will find all of the information they need about Worcestershire’s programmes.

They will also have the chance to hear from, and talk to, major employers, training providers and successful apprentices. Councillor Simon Geraghty, Worcestershire County Council’s cabinet member for planning, economy and performance, said: “Apprenticeships can be the ideal way for young people to continue training and developing skills while earning a wage and beginning a successful career.

“Our local economy needs highly skilled new employees for the future, particularly in emerging technology sectors, so the whole county will benefit.”

Schoolchildren from all around the county have been invited to the Real Apprentice and anyone aged between 16 and 18 can also book a free place by calling 0800 321222.

The Real Apprentice is organised in partnership with the National Apprenticeship Service, Black County Training Group and Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire Training Providers Association.