Systematic, long-term training alternating periods at the workplace and in an educational institution or training centre. The apprentice is contractually linked to the employer and receives remuneration (wage or allowance). The employer assumes responsibility for providing the trainee with training leading to a specifi c occupation.

Comments:

– in French, the term 'apprentissage' relates to both

apprenticeship and the process of learning (see 'learning');

– the German 'dual system' is an example of apprenticeship.