An apprenticeship isn’t a job, it’s a career, so we highly recommend you apply for a specific trade.
2. Screening
Applicants who meet selection criteria, progress through to suitability assessment.
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3. Suitability Assessment
Suitability Assessments aim to assess your understanding of numeracy and literacy.
Assessments are facilitated at PEER and take approx. 90 mins.
4. Interview
This is a chance for us to find out more about you and explore your;
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To help you prepare, make sure you do some research on your chosen trade and PEER.
5. Induction
ALL new apprentices are required to complete;
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Please Note
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"Everyone has been supportive at PEER and at my host company. I didn't have trade experience before entering my apprenticeship so everyone has been patient with my learning. What I enjoy about my apprenticeship is the mix of practical and theory, it's a good balance."
AMELIA O’DONALD
DATA COMMUNICATIONS APPRENTICE
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