An examination of the revival of apprenticeship. The authors set the historical context and discuss the theoretical and practical aspects of apprenticeship as a means of acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge for competence. Focusing on a number of academic and professional perspectives on apprenticeship, its revival and the future.

In the light of changes the government has launched as part of its welfare to work initiatives, this text explores apprenticeship. The authors set the historical context and discuss the theoretical and practical aspects of acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills for competence. The Dearing Report has proposed a work related route for some students and this book focuses on a number of academic and professional perspectives on apprenticeship and its revival. The book concludes with a look at the future of apprenticeship.

Historical background
wider conceptions of apprentice learning
education as apprenticeship
the future of apprenticeship.