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Data Provider: Welsh Government Learning programmes for Foundation Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships and Higher Apprenticeships
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Academic yearAcademic years run from 1 August of the initial year to 31 July of the following year.[Filtered]
[Collapse]Age groupThis dimension gives the age of the learner at 31 August of the academic year. [Filtered]
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Age group 1[Filter]
[Collapse]Gender[Filtered]
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Gender 1[Filter]
[Collapse]Region of domicileThis dimension gives the local authority of domicile of the learner, and has been calculated using their recorded home postcode. The 22 local authorities in Wales are grouped under four regions.[Filtered]
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[Collapse]Region of domicile 1[Filter]
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[Collapse]Region of domicile 2[Filter]
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Region of domicile 3[Filter]
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[Collapse]Programme type[Filter]
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Programme type 1
[Collapse]SectorThe sector reflects the type of work and training being undertaken by the learner and is directly related to the qualification being studied for. The sector groupings can be broken down into individual sector frameworks. Any sector framework with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year is grouped under \'Other Sector Frameworks\' for the corresponding sector grouping. [Filter]
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[Collapse]Sector 1
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Sector 2
[Collapse]All apprenticeship programmesIncludes Foundation Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships, Higher Apprenticeships, and MSDs.Click here to sortAll apprenticeship programmesIncludes Foundation Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships, Higher Apprenticeships, and MSDs.
Click here to sortFoundation Apprenticeship (Level 2)Click here to sortApprenticeship (Level 3)Click here to sortHigher Apprenticeship / MSD (Level 4+)MSDs (Modern Skills Diplomas) were replaced by Higher Apprenticeships for programmes starting on or after August 2011.
[Collapse]All ProgrammesIncludes programmes where the sector is not provided or not applicable.52,92559,78526,295139,000
All ProgrammesIncludes programmes where the sector is not provided or not applicable.[Collapse]Agriculture940845451,830
AgricultureAgriculture15535*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication210
Animal Care210110.The data item is not applicable320
Equine16013540335
Horticulture25065.The data item is not applicable320
Veterinary Nursing.The data item is not applicable435.The data item is not applicable435
Other Sector Frameworks - AgricultureIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.16055.The data item is not applicable215
[Collapse]Construction5,41511,60061517,625
ConstructionConstruction.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Construction (Building - excluding Specialist)2,505555.The data item is not applicable3,060
Construction (Specialist)550*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication.The data item is not applicable585
Construction (Civil Engineering) - Apprenticeship.The data item is not applicable115.The data item is not applicable115
Construction (Civil Engineering) - Foundation Apprenticeship Direct Entry350.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable350
Construction Management.The data item is not applicable*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication4545
Construction (Technical and Professional).The data item is not applicable255*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication255
Electrotechnical.The data item is not applicable3,840.The data item is not applicable3,840
Fencing.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Heating and Ventilation9085.The data item is not applicable175
Housing130445*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication575
Plumbing and Heating1,590700.The data item is not applicable2,290
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning65.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable65
Construction Management Level 4.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Construction Management Level 4.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable350350
Construction Management - Quantity Surveying.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Construction Management Level 5.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable4545
Other Sector Frameworks - ConstructionIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.135360165670
Electrotechnical Installation - with Foundation Core.The data item is not applicable1,015.The data item is not applicable1,015
Electrotechnical Installation - Post Foundation.The data item is not applicable120.The data item is not applicable120
Electrotechnical Installation - Post Progression.The data item is not applicable75.The data item is not applicable75
Electrotechnical Installation - Post Level 2.The data item is not applicable425.The data item is not applicable425
Plumbing and Heating - with Foundation Core.The data item is not applicable510.The data item is not applicable510
Plumbing and Heating - Post Foundation.The data item is not applicable65.The data item is not applicable65
Plumbing and Heating- Post Level 2.The data item is not applicable390.The data item is not applicable390
Construction - with Foundation Core.The data item is not applicable615.The data item is not applicable615
Construction - Post Foundation.The data item is not applicable155.The data item is not applicable155
Construction - Post Level 2 Framework.The data item is not applicable150.The data item is not applicable150
Construction - Post Level 2 Framework*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication330.The data item is not applicable330
Construction - with Foundation Core.The data item is not applicable1,090.The data item is not applicable1,090
Construction - Post Foundation.The data item is not applicable270.The data item is not applicable270
[Collapse]Engineering5,3708,13541513,930
EngineeringAdvanced Engineering Construction.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Engineering.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Engineering Manufacture.The data item is not applicable225.The data item is not applicable225
Engineering Manufacture9656,140.The data item is not applicable7,100
Engineering Manufacture - Higher Apprenticeship.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable150150
Extractives and Mineral Processing Operations.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Improving Operational Performance (Engineering Direct Entry)1,030.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable1,030
Operations and Quality Improvement.The data item is not applicable370.The data item is not applicable370
Process Manufacturing5595.The data item is not applicable150
Rail Engineering (Track)200.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable200
Vehicle Body and Paint Operations305120.The data item is not applicable425
Vehicle Fitting.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair2,1751,030.The data item is not applicable3,205
Vehicle Parts.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Advanced Engineering Manufacture.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Other Sector Frameworks - EngineeringIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.125110270510
Rail Infrastructure Engineering525*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication.The data item is not applicable525
Engineering HNC Only.The data item is not applicable45.The data item is not applicable45
[Collapse]Manufacturing1,835445302,315
ManufacturingFood and Drink685415*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication1,120
Improving Operational Performance970.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable970
Industrial Applications.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Other Sector Frameworks - ManufacturingIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.185*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication5225
[Collapse]Transportation245705.The data item is not applicable955
TransportationDriving Goods Vehicles2205.The data item is not applicable225
Train Driving.The data item is not applicable695.The data item is not applicable695
Other Sector Frameworks - TransportationIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.20*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication.The data item is not applicable25
[Collapse]Management and Professional5904,54010,98016,110
Management and ProfessionalFacilities Management10524070415
Human Resource Management.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable690690
Human Resource Management.The data item is not applicable90.The data item is not applicable90
Learning and Development.The data item is not applicable560.The data item is not applicable560
Legal Services.The data item is not applicable95*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication95
Management2452,6452,3805,270
Management - Higher Apprenticeship.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Management Level 5.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable3,3853,385
Digital Learning Design.The data item is not applicable565.The data item is not applicable565
Digital Application Support13590.The data item is not applicable225
Other Sector Frameworks - Management and ProfessionalIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.3565105205
Management Level 4.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable4,3454,345
Digital Skills for Business75105.The data item is not applicable180
Energy Management.The data item is not applicable85.The data item is not applicable85
[Collapse]Business Administration2,9155,1953,40011,510
Business AdministrationAccounting6206456351,895
Business and Administration1,2901,5858953,780
Contact Centre Operations.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Higher Apprenticeship in Insurance.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable100100
Information Technology and Electronic Services.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
IT Users30215.The data item is not applicable245
IT, Software, Web & Telecoms Professionals355405*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication785
Project Management.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable1,2801,280
Providing Financial Services110600.The data item is not applicable705
Retail Financial Services.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools4601,315.The data item is not applicable1,775
Teaching Assistants.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Data Analytics.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable345345
Supporting Teaching and Learning in Physical Education and School Sport.The data item is not applicable315.The data item is not applicable315
Other Sector Frameworks - Business AdministrationIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.55115125295
[Collapse]Retailing and Customer Service1,5305851552,265
Retailing and Customer ServiceCustomer Service935335.The data item is not applicable1,275
Retail25580.The data item is not applicable335
Sales and Telesales.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Supply Chain Management.The data item is not applicable504595
Warehousing and Storage30555.The data item is not applicable355
Other Sector Frameworks - Retailing and Customer ServiceIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication7065165
Retail Management.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable4545
[Collapse]Leisure, Sport and Travel1,3052,4202403,965
Leisure, Sport and TravelActive Leisure and Learning.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Activity Leadership145.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable145
Advanced Fitness.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Exercise and Fitness775880.The data item is not applicable1,650
Leisure Management*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication445.The data item is not applicable470
Leisure Operations.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Playwork3158352251,380
Sporting Excellence.The data item is not applicable85.The data item is not applicable85
Travel Services.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Sports Development.The data item is not applicable105.The data item is not applicable105
Other Sector Frameworks - Leisure, Sport and TravelIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication8015135
[Collapse]Hospitality2,8151,7353604,910
HospitalityCraft Cuisine.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Hospitality and Catering2,6001,710.The data item is not applicable4,310
Hospitality Management.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable355355
Licensed Hospitality205*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication.The data item is not applicable225
Other Sector Frameworks - HospitalityIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication5*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication
[Collapse]Hair and Beauty2,6351,015503,700
Hair and BeautyBarbering515125.The data item is not applicable640
Beauty Therapy305150*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication480
Hairdressing1,765695252,480
Nail Services.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Other Sector Frameworks - Hair and BeautyIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.5545.The data item is not applicable105
[Collapse]Healthcare and Public Services27,27521,5909,64058,495
Healthcare and Public ServicesChildrens Care, Learning And Development2,9804,695*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication7,690
Cleaning and Environmental Services.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Dental Nursing.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Early Years Care and Education.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Emergency Fire Service Operations.The data item is not applicable515.The data item is not applicable515
Health - Clinical Healthcare Support8101,515.The data item is not applicable2,320
Health - Dental Nursing.The data item is not applicable1,770.The data item is not applicable1,770
Health - Healthcare Support Services195100.The data item is not applicable295
Health - Pharmacy Services5365.The data item is not applicable370
Health and Social Care22,69011,805*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication34,495
Information Advice and Guidance.The data item is not applicable2402,7102,950
Professional Framework in Childrens Care, Learning and Development.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable300300
Professional Framework in Leadership and Management in Social Care.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable400400
Professional Framework in Leadership and Management in Social Care - Second Pathway.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Professional Framework in Childrens Care, Learning and Development - Second Pathway.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Professional Framework in Advanced Practice in Social Care.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable115115
Security Systems.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable
Sustainable Resource Management490300125910
Youth Work555.The data item is not applicable60
Associate Ambulance Practitioner.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable260260
Professional Practice in Health and Social Care.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable1,8701,870
Professional Practice in Children's Care, Play, Learning and Development.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable1,1051,105
Leadership and Management of Health and Social Care.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable1,7301,730
Leadership and Management of Children's Care, Play, Learning and Development.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable490490
Health and Social Care Independent Advocacy.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable230230
Other Sector Frameworks - Healthcare and Public ServicesIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.90170220480
Health - Perioperative Support.The data item is not applicable50.The data item is not applicable50
Health and Social Care - Social Services Practitioner.The data item is not applicable.The data item is not applicable8585
[Collapse]Media and Design559653701,395
Media and DesignCreative and Digital Media.The data item is not applicable165*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication190
Social Media and Digital Marketing.The data item is not applicable7403351,070
Other Sector Frameworks - Media and DesignIncludes any sectors in the broader sector grouping with fewer than 40 programmes in the academic year.5560*The data item is disclosive or not sufficiently robust for publication135

Metadata

Title

Apprenticeship programmes in work-based learning in Wales

Last update

27 February 2025 27 February 2025

Next update

February 2026

Publishing organisation

Medr

Source 1

Lifelong Learning Wales Record, Welsh Government

Contact email

Statistics@medr.cymru

Designation

National Statistics

Lowest level of geographical disaggregation

Local authorities

Geographical coverage

Wales

Languages covered

English and Welsh

Data licensing

You may use and re-use this data free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government License - see http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence

General description

This table provides the number of apprenticeship programmes provided in Wales. The data includes work-based learning (WBL) that is delivered by further education institutions and also WBL delivered by other training providers.

The apprenticeship programmes can be broken down by sector frameworks or broader sector categories, with each sector framework being assigned to a particular sector category. Any sector frameworks with fewer than 40 apprenticeship programmes in the academic year are grouped under 'Other Sector Frameworks' for the sector category they would appear under.

All figures are rounded to the nearest multiple of 5. Any values greater than 0 and less than 5 have been suppressed and replaced with an asterisk (*).

Data collection and calculation

From 2016/17 onwards all data in the table is calculated using the month 5 freeze of the Lifelong Learning Wales Record (LLWR). This freeze is produced close to the end of the December after the academic year in question finishes. For example, the freeze containing the 2023/24 data was taken close to the end of December 2024.
Prior to 2016/17 data in the table was calculated using the month 7 freeze of the Lifelong Learning Wales Record (LLWR). This freeze was produced close to the end of the February after the academic year in question finishes. For example, the freeze containing the 2015/16 data was taken close to the end of February 2017.

Frequency of publication

Annual

Data reference periods

Data in the table is presented on an academic year basis, which runs from 1st August - 31st July.

Users, uses and context

The data in this table are used both within and outside Medr to monitor educational trends and as a baseline for further analysis of the underlying data. Some of the key users are:

Ministers and the Members Research Service in the National Assembly for Wales
Officials in the Welsh Government
Other government departments
Further Education Institutions, Work-Based Learning providers and local authorities
Estyn, His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education and Training in Wales
Students, researchers, and academics
Individual citizens, private companies, and the media

These statistics are used in a variety of ways. Some examples of these are:

General background and research
Inclusion in reports and briefings
Advice to Ministers
Informing and evaluating the education policy-making process in Wales

LLWR data are used to underpin funding and performance reports for learning providers, to calculate NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) figures and in student finance modelling.

Rounding applied

All figures in the table have been rounded to the closest multiple of 5. All non-zero values less than 5 have been suppressed and are denoted by an asterisk (*).

Weblinks

https://www.medr.cymru/en/data-and-analysis/ - Further education, work-based learning and community learning statistics: an annual publication which this table provides part of a digital alternative with improved interactivity. Previous publications of this release provide data for the academic years 2006/07 - 2011/12, and there are no current plans to update this table to include data previous to 2012/13.

Keywords

Lifelong Learning Wales Record LLWR Work Based Learning WBL Apprenticeship Apprenticeships Post 16 P16

Statistical quality

Statisticians within Medr review the data and query any anomalies with the LLWR data collection team and, where relevant, with learning providers before tables are published. The LLWR data underlying this table are intended to be final, for non-funding purposes.