Glamourcide

From what i understand the young people are doing part of the apprenticeship (the training side) whilst still at school, so the employer will then get someone who knows what the tools are called, and what to do with them. So they will be more useful to the employer. It also involves on the job training, so one day a week- or during school holidays they work with an empoyer getting on the job experience.

If it is Statewide thing, then all employers will be taking on 17 years old with some prior experience, rather than 15 year olds (cos they will still be at school), thereby removing the disadvantage.

The process (if it is done well) will also teach the young people about their rights at work and who to go to if things aren't right that can help with bullying or incorrect payments in the workplace.

I also know adults whohave gone back to do apprenticeships, because they have realised their passion for a certain career. Employers reap the benefits when they do hire these people.