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September 16th, 2025

Supporting your Mental Health during apprenticeship disruption

The unexpected news around Woodspeen Training and Jarvis Training Management has left pharmacy apprentices facing uncertainty. If you're affected, it's completely normal to feel anxious, frustrated, or overwhelmed.

This article is here to remind you that you are not alone, and support is available.

Why This Feels So Difficult

Apprenticeships are more than just training; they’re a pathway to your future. When that path is disrupted, it can feel like everything is on hold. You might be asking:

  • Will I be able to finish my qualification?

  • What happens to my job?

  • Who can I talk to about how I’m feeling?

These are valid concerns. But there are steps you can take to protect your well-being and get back on track. Skills4Pharmacy is here to help and guide you with the completion of your apprenticeship.

How to Look After Your Mental Health

Talk About It

Bottling up emotions can make things worse. Speak to someone you trust, such as a friend, colleague, employer, or family member. You can also reach out to professional services:

Keep a Routine

Even if your learning experience is disrupted, maintaining a daily structure helps reduce stress. Try to:

  • Wake up and sleep at regular times

  • Set small goals for each day

  • Including physical activity, even a short walk, helps

Stay Connected

Isolation can amplify anxiety. If you are able, stay in touch with fellow apprentices, your employer, or support groups. You might find others going through the same thing—and sharing experiences can be empowering.

Focus on What You Can Control

While the situation may feel out of your hands, you can take steps to protect your progress:

  • Request your learning records from your provider or employer

  • Ask your employer about alternative training options

  • Contact new providers like Skills4Pharmacy, who are offering support to affected learners

  • The Skills4Pharmacy welfare team is available to talk through concerns by emailing welfare@skills4group.co.uk

Where to get help

Skills4Pharmacy

Transfer of your apprenticeship, no matter where you are in your learning journey. Welfare support, information, and careers guidance.

Mind UK

Mental health support, crisis, help, and peer communities

Citizens Advice

Mental health guidance, financial advice, and general support

National Careers Service

Advice on next steps and training options

Final thought

This disruption doesn’t define your journey; it’s just a detour. With the right support, you can continue your learning, protect your wellbeing, and move forward stronger than before.