Apprenticeship glossary

Medr

What does Medr mean?

The body that oversees post-16 education and training in Wales, including apprenticeships. It publishes Wales's apprenticeship statistics.

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Guide Apprenticeships in Wales The four apprenticeship levels in Wales, who can apply, how degree apprenticeships are funded, training in Welsh, and how many people start one each year. Applies to: Wales
Careers Wales
The free, impartial careers service for Wales. It runs Working Wales, which gives advice on CVs, interviews and finding work.
Welsh-medium
Taught in Welsh. In Wales you can do your apprenticeship training in Welsh or English.
Apprentice
Someone doing an apprenticeship: an employee who is paid to work and train towards a recognised qualification at the same time.
Apprenticeship
A real, paid job where you also train towards a recognised qualification. In England at least 20% of your normal working hours are spent training, and you don't pay tuition fees.
Mentor
An experienced colleague who supports you during your apprenticeship, separate from your manager. Many employers also give you a 'buddy', often a current apprentice.
Metrology
The science of measuring things precisely. In manufacturing, metrology technicians check parts are made exactly to spec, as on Williams' metrology pathway.

Definitions are our own plain-English summaries. Where we give figures, they come from the official sources listed on the linked guide or profile. Rules can change, so check the official source before you make decisions.