Frequently Asked Questions

How am I kept informed of my apprentice’s progress?
At the start of the apprenticeship, your training provider/college will agree on a programme of regular contact with you. This can be adapted during the apprenticeship if necessary. There is

How is an accounting apprenticeship delivered?
The bulk of an accounting apprenticeship will take place in your organisation where the apprentice should be given on-the-job training to learn how to carry out specific tasks which are

How to hire an apprentice?
The process for hiring an apprentice can have additional steps compared to hiring any other employee. You will need to: Confirm which level of accounting apprenticeship will meet the

What do employers need to provide their apprentices?
You must pay your apprentices at least the national minimum wage and ensure they will be working alongside experienced staff, learning job-specific skills. You are entitled to pay your apprentice the “apprentice

How long does it take to complete an apprenticeship?
Whilst it can vary from apprentice to apprentice, typically we would expect each accounting apprenticeship level to be completed in the following timeframes: L2: 8 – 13 months L3:

Apprenticeship levels and their roles
What do the different apprenticeship levels mean and what type of roles would be carried out at the different levels? Level 2 Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship – this is an equivalent qualification to