Apprenticeships have been around for hundreds of years and they have started the careers of some of the most famous faces in recent history. Here are just a few famous apprentices you may know:
One of the most famous artists that has ever lived. Da Vinci started out as an apprentice painter.
Another famous painter who was an apprentice for an art dealer with a group called Goupil and Cie.
The award-winning actor starring in a wide range of films from Austin Powers to The Italian Job, actually trained as a plumbing apprentice!
Trained as an apprentice electrician prior to his record deal.
The award-winning actor starring in X-Men and Lord of the Rings, started his career after completing a theatre apprenticeship.
Became a welding apprentice in a shipyard before becoming the much loved comedian and actor.
Began hairdressing as a hairdressing apprentice before opening his own salon and becoming one of the most successful hairdressers in history.
Started out his career as an apprentice tailor. He went on to become a fashion power house and won ‘British Designer of the Year’ multiple times.
Trained as a catering apprentice before working his way up to opening a chain of restaurants and being introduced into the culinary hall of fame.
Trained as an apprentice in the football Youth Training Scheme before becoming a global sporting phenomenon.
An apprenticeship can open a whole range of opportunities to you. Many have found employment within the company or industry that they have apprenticed in. With an apprenticeship, you can work within your chosen industry, and earn a wage! It’s the perfect way to kick start your career. Empentis Training Solutions offers apprenticeships from level 2, right up to degree level. If you are interested in an apprenticeship, browse our courses to find out more, or send us a message!
