The government is making a number of improvements to apprenticeships in England, including how they are funded.

From 6 April 2017, employers operating in the UK with an annual pay bill of more than £3 million (and some connected companies and charities with pay bills less than this amount) will pay the apprenticeship levy. 

If you are a levy-paying employer further information on accessing funds raised in levy can be found in the guidance contained in the links below.

If you are a non-levy paying employer, 90% of your apprenticeship training and assessment costs in England will be paid for by the government.

What do you need to do now?

1. Start planning how you could use apprenticeships in your organisation.

2. Read the updated guide for employers on how you will pay the levy (if required), access the digital system and pay for apprenticeships in future.

3. Use the online tool for employers to calculate your levy contribution, begin to consider your training, and estimate what you will have available to spend on apprenticeships.

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Alison Walsh

Head of Digital Support for Business and Agents