Apprenticeship Funding Summary

Apprenticeship Funding (Levy or Co-Investment)

Most apprentices are funded through the Government's apprenticeship funding system.

This funding route usually applies where:

  • You are employed in a suitable job role.
  • Your employer supports your apprenticeship.
  • You have the right to work in England and meet the funding body's residency requirements.
  • At least 50% of your working hours are spent in England over the duration of the apprenticeship.
  • Your employer pays the Apprenticeship Levy or contributes towards training costs through government co-investment.

Please note that meeting these criteria does not automatically guarantee funding. Eligibility will be assessed in accordance with the apprenticeship funding rules in place at the time of enrolment.

When a Full Apprenticeship is not Available

 Employer Funded

Some employers choose to pay the full cost of training directly rather than use apprenticeship funding.

This may apply where:

  • An apprenticeship funding route is not available.
  • The programme falls outside apprenticeship funding rules.
  • The employer wishes to fully fund additional training or qualifications.

Advanced Learner Loan (Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Only)

These loans are available for certain learners aged 19 and over studying approved qualifications and are administered through Student Finance England. Eligibility and availability vary and will be confirmed by the Admissions Team. 

Self-Funded

If public funding is unavailable and employer sponsorship is not in place, learners may choose to pay their own fees.

Payment options will be discussed before enrolment.

Other Funding Arrangements

In some cases, training may be funded through alternative arrangements such as:

  • Military resettlement funding
  • Charitable grants
  • Sponsorship schemes
  • Sector-specific funding initiatives