Here are just some of the benefits reported by employers who have taken the Apprenticeship route to workforce training and development:
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You get a well qualified, experienced and motivated work-force - without paying for their training
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You don't have to deliver the training either - your local College will do that for you
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You can tackle skills shortages in specific areas
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The training they'll receive will be directly relevant to your industry sector and your business needs
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The skills they'll learn will be relevant and current, keeping your business right up to date with new methods and technologies
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Apprentices become multi skilled employees focussing on the job as a whole not just individual aspects of the job
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You'll be investing in your business' future as well as bringing fresh ideas and enthusiasm into your company
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The customer experience is enhanced and their confidence increased through dealing with well trained and experienced staff
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Staff retention is likely to improve - by showing commitment to your staff and offering training and career progression plans, staff morale, confidence, motivation and company loyalty are likely to increase
