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Information Technology
Apprenticeship
Level 2 - Intermediate

Level 3 - Advanced

This apprenticeship provides opportunities to acquire the necessary knowledge
and develop the relevant skills for competent use of information and
communications technology. With areas including desktop publishing, websites,
office and audio software, this offers a wide scope to begin a career in IT.

Qualifications
Level 2 Diploma in Information Technology User Skills
Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology User Skills
Functional Skills in English and maths, if required
Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

Typical units covered
Improving productivity using IT
Desktop publishing software
IT user fundamentals
Spreadsheet software
Website software
Word processing software

Entry requirements and who is it for?
You must complete an initial assessment identifying prior learning and experience
in order to ensure this apprenticeship is the correct pathway. You will also need to
show enthusiasm, commitment and interest in the subject area.

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Key facts
12 - 18 months
minimum duration
Functional skills in English
and maths support up to
Level 2, (equivalent to GCSE
Level) if required
Earn while you learn with
on-the-job training and a wage
We work with over 1000 local
businesses to find you the
right placement for your
apprenticeship
Depending upon your
apprenticeship framework, you
may be required to attend one
of our training centres for a
day or block release as part of
your training
You can enter this
apprenticeship through
the following pathways
- Study programme
- Traineeship
-  r apply online for specific
o
vacancies when available

Where could this lead
You could progress into roles
such as an office assistant, website
designer, office manager or P.A.

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