Apprenticeship glossary

Fulfilment centre

What does Fulfilment centre mean?

A large warehouse where online orders are picked, packed and sent out. Amazon's mechatronics apprentices can be based at one.

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Employer profile Amazon UK apprenticeships Amazon has more than 20 UK apprenticeship programmes, from Level 3 mechatronics engineering in its warehouses to Level 6 software development and management degree apprenticeships.
Mechatronics
Engineering that combines mechanical, electrical and computer systems, like automated machinery. Amazon and Rolls-Royce both run mechatronics apprenticeships.
Chartered Manager
A professional status for managers. The Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship, offered by employers like Amazon, combines a degree with working towards it.
Shift work
Working set periods that can include early mornings, nights or weekends. Amazon's mechatronics apprentices, for example, may work weekend or night shifts.
Apprentice
Someone doing an apprenticeship: an employee who is paid to work and train towards a recognised qualification at the same time.
Functional Skills
English and maths qualifications focused on everyday, practical use. Some employers accept Functional Skills Level 2 instead of GCSEs.
Further education (FE) college
A college for people aged 16 and over, offering vocational courses, A levels and apprenticeship training. Many apprentices study at an FE college on day or block release.

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