Whether you're a small firm or a larger contractor, hear from representatives from the FMB, South and City College Birmingham, and the CITB to learn how to unlock the power of apprenticeships and access available funding and support.
Topics covered in this webinar include:
- The benefits of apprenticeships for construction businesses: Filling skills shortages, succession planning with an aging workforce, improved company image, and more.
- Recruitment, training and funding support from colleges: How colleges like South and City College Birmingham can help find motivated apprentice candidates, provide relevant training courses, and access various funding streams to support employers.
- CITB grants and support for apprentice employers: Details on attendance grants, achievement grants, short course grants, work experience placement grants, funds to cover qualification costs, and assistance through CITB's New Entrant Support Team.
- Affordability of apprentices: A breakdown of how available grants and funding can make hiring an apprentice very cost-effective, with a real example showing a net cost to the business of only £17.25 per day over a two-year apprenticeship.
- Q&A with the experts: Your questions answered on topics like finding the right apprentices, who to contact first between CITB and colleges, how grants work for new vs existing apprentices, and more.
While the speakers are based in the West Midlands, the insights and advice shared are applicable to construction businesses across England looking to start or expand their apprenticeship programmes. Join this webinar to learn how apprenticeships can benefit your business and how to access the support you need to succeed.
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