Change in Circumstances

For any of the following change in circumstances, the University has a dedicated team that handles enquiries. You should contact the apprenticeship team on apprenticeships@cumbria.ac.uk who will guide you through the process.

Break in Learning

Although an apprenticeship is a commitment to continuous learning, there may be times when a break in learning is needed, for example, medical treatment, maternity or paternity leave. The training is paused for the duration of the break. 

To qualify for a break in learning, the pause must be 4 weeks or longer.  Breaks in learning must be agreed upon by both, the employer and apprentice, with the agreement that the apprentice will return to the programme once the break-in learning has been ended. 

Withdrawal from Apprenticeship

Apprentices who wish to consider withdrawal must first discuss and agree this with your Programme Lead and Employer before contacting the apprenticeships team.