Changing apprenticeships

[Jogrighton]

Hi All,

Ds did level 2 mechanics last year and has managed to get an apprenticeship with a garage this year. To say I'm proud is an understatement and relieved as I thought he'd started his path to his future.

However, now he is telling me he hates it! It's not what he thought it was etc and wants to change to something else

I feel anxious, worried and stressed. As with every parent I just want him to gain independence but be happy doing it!!

Has anyone had any experience of this?

Thanks in advance

(2nd time posting, think it was in wrong place and don't know how or if I can move it sorry)

What does he fancy swapping to? If he's got a clear idea he might be able to sort out some work experience before the swap?

Maybe get him to look at the military. Engineering in the army or navy.

Hi thanks for replies.

I don't think he really knows tbh but has mentioned carpentry/joiner.

He doesn't even want to go to the block week of college so the forces he won't want.

I think it's hit him that he's got to do this for a long time.

I think it's hit him that he's got to do this for a long time.

It could be a long time but I know several people who've had several different types of job over the years.

Is it the thought of being a mechanic that's bothering him or is he not enjoying the placement or the studying?

Does he have a tutor that he can talk to?