Bath College has a long, proven history of delivering Apprenticeships to a high standard, with great relationships with many large and SME employers in the South West.
Students benefit from our industry links, ongoing investment in facilities, hands-on learning, and support tailored to individual needs. Employers benefit from inputting to curriculum and course delivery, to ensure Bath College students are workplace-ready.
Bath College has excellent links with employers of all sizes across our region, and has helped businesses to grow, and Apprentices to thrive, by offering and delivering courses designed around local labour market needs.
College is a fantastic alternative to school, where you can focus on what you really want to do, in an adult working environment.
An Apprenticeship is a great way into work if you already know the career path you'd like to take.
View our available Apprenticeship courses below.
Come to one of our open days.
You can talk to tutors and see for yourself what the College has to offer.
Advisors are also available on these days, they can help you with student funding, learner support or give you careers advice to help you choose the right course.
Email: apprenticeships@bathcollege.ac.uk
Call the Apprenticeships Team on: 01225 328752
If you have any questions please refer to the FAQs below. If you still have any unanswered questions, please get in touch with us directly by clicking here.
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You will be an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you will have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
Click HERE to go to the Government's Apprenticeship website for more information.
This will vary according to which programme you apply for. Some apprenticeships require specific GCSE grades in specific subjects, while many do not. You'll be required to take an Initial Assessment to check your levels in English & Maths and will receive full training and support from the College if you need to improve these at all.
We'll advise you in detail when you apply.
That will vary according to which programme you are on. The absolute minimum is 15 months, up to 48 months in training plus three months preparing for, and taking, an End Point Assessment.
All the Apprenticeships offered by Bath College are listed HERE. If you go to the specific Apprenticeship you are interested in, you will see how long it is.
You can head down to our programmes section to see the breakdown of Apprenticeships by subject.
There is no cost to you. Apprenticeships are fully funded by the government.
Yes. There's a minimum hourly rate for Apprentices that's set by the government. Click HERE to check what that is now.
You'll also get holiday and sick pay according to the policies of the company you are employed by.
Click HERE to fill in and submit an enquiry form.
This applies whether you have an Employer in place or not. Once we have the information from this from we'll contact you to discuss next steps and answer any questions you may have.
Bath College is the perfect place to unlock your potential and achieve your goals.
Located in the heart of a vibrant and historic city, we offer a welcoming and inclusive environment where every student is supported to succeed.
With a wide range of courses, outstanding facilities, and dedicated staff, we provide the skills and opportunities to help you thrive in your chosen path.
Whether you’re starting a career, pursuing a passion, or preparing for university, Bath College is committed to helping you take the next step with confidence.
