CIRO APPRENTICESHIPS
Developing the next generation of railway leaders.
CIRO apprenticeships are designed to develop confident, capable professionals who can make a meaningful impact across the railway. Built specifically for the rail industry, our programmes combine structured learning with real-world application, ensuring apprentices gain recognised qualifications while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed in complex operational environments.
As the industry evolves, so does our offer. Our focus is on delivering highquality, rail-specific development through our apprenticeships- supporting the future leaders of railway operations.
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Level 4 Passenger Transport Operations Manager Rail-specific leadership development that delivers real impact
This programme is designed for those looking to step into, or develop within, operational management roles across the railway. Unlike generic management apprenticeships, CIRO’ s Level 4 programme is fully rail-contextualised, meaning every aspect of the learning is tailored to the realities of the industry.
Apprentices develop a deep understanding of how the railway operates as a system, alongside the leadership capability required to manage teams, improve performance and contribute to wider organisational success.
• CIRO professional recognition at Associate level awarded
Level 6 Rail Operations Manager Developing senior railway leaders
Designed for experienced rail professionals progressing into senior operational management roles, this programme develops the strategic and technical skills required to manage and improve complex rail operations across passenger, freight, and infrastructure.
Fully rail-contextualised, the programme builds a whole-system understanding of the railway while developing the capability to lead teams, improve performance and make effective operational decisions.
• CIRO professional recognition at Member level awarded
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