National Apprenticeship Week

Learn how employers can use National Apprenticeship Week to raise awareness of apprenticeships and highlight the value of apprentices in the workplace.

The value of supporting National Apprenticeship Week

National Apprenticeship Week celebrates the benefits that apprenticeships bring to both individuals and organisations.

They create opportunities, develop skills and help businesses build a strong future-ready workforce.

By investing in apprenticeships, employers shape talent, support business growth and contribute to a thriving Welsh economy.

Ways to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week

Here are some ways your workplace can get involved:

Learn about apprenticeships

Explore what’s involved in recruiting, funding and training apprentices on the Business Wales website.

Promote apprenticeship opportunities

Share your apprenticeship vacancies across internal, job boards and social media.

Recognise and celebrate apprentices

Use social media, newsletters or events to highlight the achievements of your current and former apprentices.

You can also promote Apprenticeship Awards Cymru to showcase outstanding talent.

Supporting apprenticeships in your workplace

Here are some simple ways to champion both apprenticeships and the apprentices within your organisation:

Highlight success stories

Share testimonials or case studies from apprentices who have progressed within your organisation. This can inspire others to consider apprenticeships as a meaningful pathway for development.

Involve employees

Encourage experienced employees, including senior leaders, to act as mentors. This supports apprentices while giving existing staff the chance to develop leadership and coaching skills.

Make training flexible and appealing

Offer apprenticeships across a range of roles and skill levels. Include opportunities for existing employees to upskill and advance within the business.

Find out more about employee development.

Explore funding and government support

The Welsh Government funds most training costs and works with external training providers to manage, deliver and assess all apprenticeships.

Support is available for employers in Wales regardless of size or sector.

Find out more about the financial incentives available.

Find out more

Learn how your workplace can take part in National Apprenticeship Week and access resources on the National Apprenticeship Week website.

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