APPLICATIONS for this year’s Apprenticeship Awards Cymru are being invited by joint organisers the Welsh Government and the National Training Federation for Wales (NTfW).

The awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of those who have exceeded expectations, shown a dynamic approach to training and demonstrated initiative, enterprise, innovation, creativity and commitment to the improvement of skills development for the Welsh economy.

Showcasing excellence in skills development in Wales by learners, employers and learning providers, the awards are sponsored by Pearson PLC with support from media partner, Media Wales.

They recognise employers who commit to developing their workforce through apprenticeships and other work-based learning programmes, which support employees during their training.

The Apprenticeship Programme in Wales is funded by the Welsh Government with European Social Fund support.

There are 12 categories this year, including two new awards for learning providers.

For more details or for entry forms please visit ntfw.org/apprenticeship-awards. All entry forms must be completed by noon on June 26.