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Become a modern apprentice.
Author : SkillNZ
If youï¿½re 16 to 21 years old, a Modern Apprenticeship will launch your career in the best way possible. Youï¿½ll be paid to learn from the experts for two to four years, depending on the industry you choose. So, if youï¿½re ready to earn and keen to learn, keep reading, because there may already be a Modern Apprenticeship available in the industry or business that interests you. Modern Apprenticeships ï¿½ workplace training for today As a Modern Apprentice youï¿½ll be assigned your own personal mentor ï¿½ a Modern Apprenticeships Co-ordinator ï¿½ whose job it is to help you succeed. Your Co-ordinator will ensure you complete your training with an employer who offers top quality employment-based training. Your own personalised training plan Your Modern Apprenticeships Co-ordinator will work with you and your employer to develop a personal training plan tailored to your needs. Modern Apprenticeships ï¿½ a focus on your success Your Modern Apprenticeships Co-ordinator will regularly review your progress against your personal training plan to make sure youï¿½re on target to successfully complete your apprenticeship. A nationally-recognised qualification Modern Apprenticeships training leads to a National Certificate at levels 3 and 4. This means your Modern Apprenticeship will be recognised by employers throughout New Zealand. Whoï¿½s eligible? To be eligible for Modern Apprenticeships you must: ï¿½ be 16 to 21 years old when you begin* ï¿½ meet any entry requirements for your particular industry or business ï¿½ be ready to work towards National Certificate/s at levels 3 and 4. Entry requirements vary from industry to industry, but the Modern Apprenticeships Co-ordinator will let you know what these are and will help the employer find the best person to meet their needs. Provision may be made for older people seeking a change in career. Your commitment* A Modern Apprenticeship is your passport to a successful future in the industry of your choice. Youï¿½ll find there are plenty of rewards if you are motivated to learn, hard-working and keen to give everything a go. If this sounds like you, call 0800 4 APPRENTICE (0800 4 27773)