WE ARE THE NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS

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The National Apprenticeship Awards showcase the diverse range of sectors engaged with apprenticeships, and the success stories of those who have embraced apprenticeships with passion.

Apprenticeships are helping employers to thrive and apprentices to follow their dreams. The awards are free to enter and provide an opportunity to celebrate the very best employers, apprentices and apprenticeship champions across the country.

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WHO CAN APPLY?

Please note the National Apprenticeship Awards 2019 are now closed for entries.

The National Apprenticeship Awards are open to apprenticeship employers, apprenticeship champions and apprentices (or those who have completed their apprenticeship since May 2017) in England. Submissions from Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands are not eligible unless the apprenticeship has taken place in England.

The awards are free to enter, and details on the application criteria for each award is included on the awards category pages of this website.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

Please note the National Apprenticeship Awards 2019 are now closed for entries.

We want to celebrate the achievements of exceptional apprentices, employers and apprenticeship champions. By entering the awards, you can demonstrate your commitment to apprenticeships, and receive the recognition you deserve.

The application process is a great opportunity to take stock and put in writing all your achievements to date. If you’re successful as a regional or national finalist, you can use the accolade to boost your company profile or CV.

The National Apprenticeship Awards challenge top apprenticeship employers, apprentices and those who champion apprenticeships across England to come forward and show how apprenticeships have made a real difference to their organisation and careers.

The Benefits of Applying

Employers

Employers who are recognised through the National Apprenticeship Awards receive a range of benefits:

A top accolade for all their hard work and commitment to apprenticeships
Public recognition through national, regional and sector media channels
Invites to and Speaking opportunities at high profile events
Enhanced reputation plus a motivated workforce and increased staff morale
Regional Finalists invited to a Regional Ceremony
All Regional Winners become National Finalists and are invited to a national celebration event in London.

Apprentices and Champions

Apprentices and Apprenticeship Champions who are recognised at the National Apprenticeship Awards will receive the following benefits:

A top accolade for all the hard work you have put into your apprenticeship or promoting apprenticeships
The honour of being named one of the best apprentices or Champions in England, and an exemplar for your outstanding achievements. It looks great on your CV!
Public recognition through national, regional and sector media channels
Invites to and Speaking opportunities at high profile events
Regional Finalists invited to a Regional Ceremony
All Regional Winners become National Finalists and are invited to a national celebration event in London.