Other challenge apprentices from disadvantaged background or with fewer opportunities face is the lack of mentorship and networks to support them in their efforts to proceed with their career pathways. This will have an impact on their integration in the workplace and the working environment. The success of the apprentice and their performance depends on the selection of appropriate mentors, able to understand their unique situation and motivate them.
Strategies to address these challenges
- Involvement of mentors with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Hands-on support of apprentices for building networks in the WBL
- Facilitating entcounter and exchange between apprentices and employers to resolve accessibility issues and ensure effective support