Foundation apprenticeships

Foundation apprenticeships are designed for young people aged 16-21, or up to 24 if they have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, are care leavers, or are a prison leaver.

Support and funding:

• Employers and providers may receive additional payments for training young people or care leavers
• Care leavers can receive a £3000 bursary
• Learning support is available for apprentices with learning difficulties or disabilities
• English and Maths training is funded separately and must be delivered alongside the apprenticeship if required