Factors that contribute to retention and completion rates for apprentices and trainees

This study explored retention in apprenticeships and traineeships and the factors that influence this process. The objectives of this research were to identify and describe factors that underlie the process of retention, analyse those most amenable to change and examine a number of interventions that could be used to enhance retention and contribute to increased completion of apprenticeships and traineeships. A qualitative research approach was taken in the study. Interviews enabled a close exploration of the factors that contribute to retention and completion within various occupational...  [+] Show more

This study explored retention in apprenticeships and traineeships and the factors that influence this process. The objectives of this research were to identify and describe factors that underlie the process of retention, analyse those most amenable to change and examine a number of interventions that could be used to enhance retention and contribute to increased completion of apprenticeships and traineeships. A qualitative research approach was taken in the study. Interviews enabled a close exploration of the factors that contribute to retention and completion within various occupational groups. The report offers a review of the literature, a description of the methodology and an analysis of the findings and conclusions.