As a parent or carer, you play a powerful role in shaping your child’s future. The transition from school, college, or university into the world of work is one of the most important - and sometimes most challenging - chapters in a young person’s life. Your encouragement, guidance, and understanding can make all the difference.
Whether your child is exploring career options, applying for apprenticeships, preparing for interviews, or unsure of their next steps, your support helps build their confidence and resilience.
The information below is designed to help you feel more informed and empowered to support them every step of the way.
Useful Resources
UCAS - Parent and guardian guide to apprenticeships
Heard of an apprenticeship but not sure what it’s all about? Here, UCAS share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone who might be thinking about an apprenticeship.
Parent & Carer Zone - Amazing Apprenticeships
As a parent or carer, you want to be able to guide and advise your child towards the best opportunity for them. So, where do you start? Through this Parent & Carer Zone, we aim to help you to explore those options.
Apprenticeship Hints & Tips for Parents & Carers Guide
This guide has been designed to help parents and carers explore the exciting world of apprenticeships with their child, to understand the range of resources and support services available to them, and how to access them.
A Parent’s Guide to Apprenticeships
Youth Employment UK have collated answers to frequently asked questions about apprenticeships. These answers may help you feel better informed as a parent/carer when exploring apprenticeships with your child as a potential option for next steps.
The Parent Perspective Podcast
The Parent Perspective is a podcast series for parents and carers, helping them to support their children with careers advice and guidance.
Choice's Magazine
Choice's Magazine is a monthly guide for parents & carers about apprenticeships and technical education from Amazing Apprenticeships.