About The Army
The Army has been awarded 1st place in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the 4th year in a row. 90% of soldiers enroll in an apprenticeship, with over 40 different schemes offered across 5 levels.
Gain recognised qualifications while on the job and getting paid. You'll receive training in your chosen field, earn nationally recognised qualifications, and develop valuable skills both in and out of the Army.
Why an Army Apprenticeship?
- Money: Earn a full salary as a soldier.
- Experience: Varied, interesting, and challenging environments.
- Support: Guidance from fully trained experts.
- Job: Paid and trained as a soldier, with opportunities to upskill.
- Career: Continuous development and further qualifications.
How it works
Over 13,000 apprentices are enrolled from Level 2 to Level 6 across more than 40 programs. Apprenticeships are done alongside Initial Trade Training (ITT) and subsequent trade training, designed with other employers to industry standards. Later, you can apply for a Leadership and Management apprenticeship at degree level.
Apprenticeship Levels
- Level 2: Intermediate, equivalent to five GCSE passes, takes 12-18 months.
- Level 3: Advanced, equivalent to two A level passes, takes 18-36 months.
- Level 4: Higher, equivalent to a foundation degree, takes 18-36 months.
Types of Apprenticeships
- Engineering: Technician, Heating & Plumbing, Fabrication & Welding, Aircraft Maintenance
- Intelligence & Digital: Analyst, Network Cable Installer, Network Engineer, Data Analyst
- HR: Business Administrator
- Protective Services: Non-Home Office Police Officer
- Logistics & Supply: Production Chef, LGV Driver, Port Operative, Aviation Customer Services Operative
- Medical: Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Animal Care & Welfare Assistant, Veterinary Nurse
- Combat: HM Forces Service Person, Equine Groom, Aviation Ground Handler