I don't understand why you would think it would be too late to start an apprenticeship after the age of 24. If it's something you truly want to do then why would age matter?
I am 30 going on 31 and have spent the last 10 years working in IT. Thanks to the current global economic climate I have just begun the process of applying for an aircraft maintenance apprenticeship. This particular apprenticeship results in achieving a B1 / B2 license. I am not worried about my age being a factor as my passion has always been in the aviation sector. My only regret is that I didn't take the plunge myself a few years ago without being pushed by an economic stimulus, or lack thereof.
My point is simply this, regardless of what age you are surely it's not the wrong thing to do if it's what you truly want. Just bear in mind that getting into such apprenticeships will be a lot more difficult now than it was as recently as a year ago due to the recession. I know I have not been accepted into anything yet however I am approaching this with an open mind and a lot of enthusiasm. Good luck with whatever you choose to do.
