How viable is the SQE apprentice route?

[stephcurry30]

HI all

Thanks for the help with the last question. I’m now trying to understand the SQE apprentice route - I've heard that there are relatively fewer people taking this route, and I'm curious to know about its specifications and duration.

I already have a law degree and I'm wondering if applying for the apprenticeship would lead to a shorter experience compared to other paths?

Would pursuing the SQE Apprenticeship be a more viable option for someone like me rather than obtaining a TC first and then taking the SQE? I'm interested to know if the work experience gained through the Apprenticeship is considered more legitimate or valuable than the experience gained during a TC.

Any insights into these aspects would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Jessica Booker]

An apprenticeship just allows you to complete the SQE prep course alongside working, so you accumulate your qualifying work experience alongside studying for the course.

You work 80% of the time, and study 20% of the time.

It is technically quicker than doing the SQE 1 and 2 before starting your qualifying work experience.

You cannot do an apprenticeship if you already have a postgraduate legal qualification though (e.g. LPC/LLM).