Episode Overview: Join Anna Scothern as she interviews Gemma Marsh about her unique journey into a digital marketing and her apprenticeship degree. This episode dives into the flexible, real-world learning opportunities apprenticeships offer and how they can significantly advance personal and professional growth. What You'll Learn: Choosing Apprenticeships Later in Life: Gemma shares why she chose to pursue a degree apprenticeship later in life and how it has allowed her to balance work, study, and family commitments effectively. Balancing Multiple Responsibilities: Insights into managing work, academic obligations, and personal life, along with the tools and strategies that help maintain this balance. Benefits of an Apprenticeship: From financial advantages like earning while learning and avoiding student debt, to the professional growth that comes from working alongside a diverse group of peers. Advice for Potential Apprentices: Encouragement for individuals considering apprenticeships, highlighting that it's never too late to pursue further education and enhance one's career path. Resources Mentioned: Digital Apprenticeships - Learn more about the course structure and benefits directly from Nottingham Trent University's program overview: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/business-and-employers/apprenticeships/ntu-digital-apprenticeships The NHIC Door Step Digests: Free Consumer Guides on the NHIC website: https://nhic.org.uk/doorstep-digests/ Sign up to the NHIC Newsletter: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/t/C6DC7614CCDAEE50 Our sponsors - CORGI Services and Recticel https://corgiservices.com/ https://www.recticelinsulation.com/en-gb/home Visit the NHIC website: https://nhic.org.uk/