Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week by entering our South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2024

This year, we will deliver nine Apprenticeship Awards, with four dedicated awards in Yorkshire's West, South, North and East regions.

Our journey with the apprenticeship awards began in 2017, driven by the desire to spotlight the success stories emerging from apprenticeship programmes. We aim to showcase not only the achievements of apprentices but also the invaluable support from their employers, mentors and training providers.

Apprenticeships provide a unique approach to education, training and career development. The hands-on learning experience, coupled with the opportunity to earn while you learn, makes apprenticeships a dynamic pathway for individuals exploring diverse industries, from traditional trades to cutting-edge fields like technology and healthcare.

The programme often serves as a gateway to full-time employment in industries that apprentices may not have previously considered, as highlighted by many of our finalists who shared inspiring insights into the transformative impact of apprenticeships on both the apprentice and the employer.

Completing an apprenticeship frequently leads to industry-recognised certifications, enhancing individuals' credibility and employability and facilitating smoother transitions into different roles or advancements within their chosen fields.

Join us in celebrating the exceptional apprenticeship network in South Yorkshire at the highly anticipated South Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards 2024. We take great pride in announcing that this year, we are privileged to have Sheffield Forgemaster as our headline sponsor.

Nominations are open to apprentices, employers, colleges, training providers and proud loved ones. Specific categories are dedicated to employers and mentors, allowing businesses to showcase their teams and trainers.

For those seeking guidance on crafting compelling entries, our free 40-minute virtual course on Friday, March 1, at 10am is a valuable resource. Register via the link on the event website footer.

The grand announcement of winners will take place at the live event on Thursday, May 23, at Magna, Rotherham. Register by visiting www.syapprenticeshipawards.co.uk before the closing date of 6pm on Thursday, March 21.

To mark National Apprenticeship Week (February 5-11), we invite you to join our journey of celebration by submitting your award nominations, recognising the achievements of South Yorkshire's apprenticeship community.

Seize the opportunity to network, learn and honour the outstanding efforts shaping the future of apprenticeships.