Brand new and dedicated to the North West, our brand new awards event has seen its nomination deadline extended so that there's still time to enter.
To make sure that the North West's brightest talent isn't missed, you now have until Monday, January 9 to enter for the - a celebration of our region's future.
The awards are all about giving apprentices a big pat on the back for their hard-earned achievements, and thanking businesses and organisations for backing fresh talent.
With 12 awards up for grabs across all industries and sectors, there's plenty of chances to see yourself, or someone you know, rewarded for their hard work.
Make sure you take advantage of those extra few days and get your entries in . The shortlist from those who entered will be showcased to millions of readers across the Manchester Evening News, CheshireLive, Liverpool Echo and BusinessLive - who knows, maybe your next employer or employee will be reading?
Find out the categories and criteria below and get your entry in before Monday, January 9.
What you need to know about the North West Apprenticeship Awards
How many awards are there to win?
12 awards are up for grabs - with eight Apprentice of the Year awards across various industries, and four awards for employers and training providers. You can find the categories and criteria .
Who can enter?
Apprentices, training providers and employers can enter. You can nominate yourself or someone you know.
How do I enter?
Fill in the form online on the category you'd like to enter .
What should I include in my entry?
Judges will be looking for entries which showcase the impact an apprentice has had on the organisation they work for, as well as evidence of personal self-development, progression and passion for the apprenticeship.
For businesses and organisations, judges will be looking for an overview of the apprenticeship programme(s) on offer and demonstration of a commitment to the development of apprentices.
Why should I enter?
The North West Apprenticeship Awards are a way to get noticed. Not only can you see your hard work get noticed or give you the chance to stand out by having a winner's-title on your, or your business', name (and CV), they're the ultimate networking source. Whether it's being broadcast to millions on our sites or getting the chance to make face-to-face connections at the awards ceremony, you can really get yourself seen.
When is the awards ceremony?
Being held during , the grand ceremony will be the ultimate celebration of the North West's new talent. On Thursday, February 9 at HOST Social, MediaCityº£½ÇÊÓƵ, Salford, the first set of North West Apprenticeship Award winners will be named.
North West Apprenticeship Awards categories:
- Apprentice of the Year - Health, Wellbeing and Care
- Apprentice of the Year - Construction and Property Industries
- Apprentice of the Year - Retail, Travel, Tourism and Hospitality - sponsored by
- Apprentice of the Year - Engineering and Manufacturing
- Apprentice of the Year - Professional Services
- Apprentice of the Year - Tech, Digital and Creative
- Apprentice of the Year - Public Services and Education
- Small Employer of the Year (1-50) - sponsored by
- Medium Employer of the Year (51-249)
- Large Employer of the Year (250+) - sponsored by
- Training Provider of the Year - sponsored by
- North West Apprentice of the Year
Entries close on January 9, with the awards ceremony taking place on February 9. For more information or to enter, visit
