Template: understand your education agreement point by point
The most important things to check before you sign
Your apprenticeship agreement is the document that binds you and the company together throughout the program. It is important that you understand what it says. Use this template to go through the points.
§Who and what
- 01Who are the parties — company, you and possibly a parent?
- 02What education and what program does the agreement cover?
- 03When does the agreement start and end?
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Check which agreement the contract falls under and how your apprentice wage is set. Remember wage typically rises step-wise through the course
§Trial period and termination
- 01How long is the trial period, and what applies in it?
- 02What happens if the agreement terminates in the middle?
- 03Who do you contact if problems arise?
§Vacation and absence
Get an overview of your holiday rights and what applies when you're sick. It's good to know in advance so you don't get surprised.