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Employers have finally had enough of the chaos that comes with apprenticeships and internships and are calling for a centralised point where information can be found.
Companies are asking for a system, much like the UCAS system for degrees, which will help students to navigate the many options they have when it comes to educational work routes.
Currently, human resource experts have many concerns over the public’s understanding of any benefits an apprenticeship may have for students and how it can help young professionals choose a career route.
One HR expert praised the vocational request from employers saying, “for university courses the UCAS system means students can access information easily. Why isn’t their something like this for alternative routes?”
Employers would also like to see more in-school education about the options offered by apprenticeships. Although, it would be great if all students took the university route, unfortunately it is unrealistic to think 100% of high school students will move on to university.
Members of the panel at a recent recruitment specialist debate told the audience that teachers and parents had originally been dismayed when they announced their intentions to sign up for a vocational qualification. Employers feel that apprenticeship education is extremely important because of this very reason. There is a negative stigmatism attached with the word apprenticeship, however, “apprenticeships are a real alternative”.
One HR panel expert suggested more education through social media and online advertisement. This is more of a “straight to the source” approach since the target demographic is always online and plugged in.
The benefit for an employer is very clear; the company is guaranteed to have a young person in their company who is willing to learn. Companies are urging for more apprenticeship education so that students can see why it will benefit them as well.