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Scenario

An apprentice changes employer mid-programme

An apprentice moves to a new employer and wants to continue the same apprenticeship. Several records have to change together.

Funding year2026–27Verified currentSources checked24 October 2026See the sourcesReport an issue

The situation

Stream
Apprenticeships
Event
The apprentice leaves their employer and joins another
Intention
To continue the same standard with the same provider

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What has to happen?

The rules behind this

Sources

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Apprenticeship funding rules and assessment plan guidance 2026 to 2027 (opens in a new tab)

GOV.UKOfficial funding document2026–27Checked recentlyLast checked 24 October 2026

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