Bournemouth & Poole College prepares to host leading local businesses in Apprenticeships Unlocked event

Bournemouth & Poole College is gearing up to host its free Apprenticeships Unlocked event, in line with National Apprenticeship Week, on Wednesday, February 9.

Taking place from 4-8pm at the RNLI College in Poole, Apprenticeships Unlocked will help those exploring apprenticeships find out more about the benefits of opting for an apprenticeship, as the next step in their academic career. The event will provide talks from their expert apprenticeships team, The BASE, and it will also offer the chance to meet leading local employers delivering apprenticeships in the area. Employers coming along include Cobham, RNLI, Sunseeker, Street Agency, Breeze Volkswagen and much more.

With over 30 courses available in sectors ranging from Accounting to Engineering and Construction to Hospitality, The College will provide all the information prospective students need to make an informed decision on their further education options. Apprenticeships at Bournemouth & Poole College are available to apply at any time of year, with start dates dependent on employers’ vacancies.

Matt Butcher, Commercial Director at Bournemouth & Poole College, said: “After hosting a virtual event last year, our team is very excited to be back meeting everyone in person and highlighting the benefits our apprenticeships can offer.

“We work with a huge number of local businesses in the area and this event is testament to the support we have been able to offer over the years, to our local economy and so many young people starting this next stage in their lives.”

Bournemouth & Poole College is also the largest provider of apprenticeships in the area, with 50% of students opting for an apprenticeship between the ages of 16-18. This is double the national average of 25%.

Working in partnership with over 2,000 local businesses in Dorset and the surrounding area, 98% of Bournemouth & Poole College apprentices gain employment or stay with their apprenticeship employer after their studies are complete.

To book a free place at the Apprenticeship Unlocked event, please visit www.thecollege.co.uk/unlocked

For more information on Bournemouth & Poole College, please visit www.thecollege.co.uk