Guidance

Construction apprenticeships

Types of apprenticeships that you can apply for in the construction sector.

Published 31 January 2018

• From: Education and Skills Funding Agency

• Applies to: England

Types of apprenticeships

The construction sector offers a variety of roles, from welding to stonemasonry. Jobs in construction could be right for you if you’re a practical person and are interested in how things work and are put together.

There are apprenticeship available in several sectors in the construction sector:

• steel work

• Lifting technician

• site supervisor

• welding

• bricklaying

• roofing

• plastering

Levels of apprenticeship

Apprenticeships have equivalent educational levels.

Name	Level	Equivalent educational level
Intermediate	2	GCSE
Advanced	3	A level
Higher	4,5,6 and 7	Foundation degree and above
Degree	6 and 7	Bachelor’s or master’s degree

Some apprenticeships may also give you an additional qualification, such as a diploma.

Apply for a constuction apprenticeship

You can become an apprentice in England if you’re:

• 16 or over

• eligible to work in England

• not in full-time education

Apply for an apprenticeship in this sector.

Published 31 January 2018