10 Key Retention Factors

Number Six: Responsibility

Apprentices stay with employers who give them a level of responsibility equal to their ability. They feel frustrated when they are underutilized and anxiety at having to deal with situations beyond their abilities. Matching their skills to the jobs that need to be completed leads to faster turnaround times, increases apprentices' abilities and self-worth and commitment.

Conduct regular performance reviews and adjust the level of responsibility accordingly - this in turn increases the overall skill base of the company
Match responsibility to ability - over or under-estimating leads to job dissatisfaction
Offer new challenges and vary the routine of the job where possible so apprentices stay interested in the work