Higher apprenticeships (Level 4)
Many people choose this apprenticeship pathway as it offers the opportunity to develop the skills needed for career progression, particularly to senior technicians, production team leaders or further study. At Level 4, your job role will likely hold responsibilities such as managing projects, people or equipment.
Our Higher Apprenticeships are equivalent to studying a HNC, CertHE, Level 4 NVQ, BTEC or the first year of university, but you will also develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by the apprenticeship standard.
About higher apprenticeships
Higher apprenticeships at Level 4 are equivalent to studying a HNC, CertHE, Level 4 NVQ, BTEC or the first year of university, along with developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by the apprenticeship standard. Level 4 apprenticeships usually involve part-time study combined with off-the-job training and on-the-job development.
Higher apprenticeships provide an opportunity to gain Level 4 qualifications or above, with most apprentices gaining an NVQ Level 4, HND, or foundation degree.
Higher apprenticeships are aimed at individuals who have completed an advanced apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications. They are ideal for employees who are ready to further their skills and knowledge to take the next steps in their careers. Higher apprenticeships (Level 4) can provide a route to promotion or offer a stepping stone to a degree apprenticeship.
The minimum wage rate applies to apprentices under 19 years and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year. Many companies pay more than this, particularly for higher level apprenticeships.
A higher apprenticeship (Level 4) with us takes three years and follows a day-release format from your organisation where you will study one day a week with us in the centre, developing a portfolio of evidence to meet the knowledge, skills and behaviours required.
You will work towards meeting all of the duties required in the standard, completing your apprenticeship after an End Point Assessment.
For the Engineering Manufacturing Technician apprenticeship:
You will need one of the following:
- A minimum of two A-Levels at grade C or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
- An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at MM (Merit Merit) level
- An EAL Diploma in an Engineering-based subject at merit or above
- Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels at MM or above.
Applicants are also required to successfully complete the AMRC Training Centre and employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme.
For the Automation and Controls Engineering Technician apprenticeship:
You will need one of the following:
- A minimum of two A-Levels at grade C or above, including a mathematical-based subject and a science, technology, engineering or an additional mathematics-related subject
- An Engineering BTEC Level 3 with at least 120 credits at MM (Merit Merit) level
- An EAL Diploma in an Engineering-based subject at merit or above
- Equivalent qualifications such as Technical Levels at MM or above.
Applicants are also required to successfully complete the AMRC Training Centre and employer recruitment and selection process to secure a place on an apprenticeship programme. This programme will focus on your understanding of electrical principles.
General requirements
UK Nationals
- UK passport, showing you are a British citizen or a citizen of the UK, having the right of abode in the UK
- Birth certificate - please also bear in mind, that if your name is different from the name you are using, you must also have your deed poll documentation.
EEA Nationals & Switzerland
- For EEA Nationals & Switzerland, an official current immigration status document proving that you have resided in the EEA or Switzerland or the UK, for at least 3 years before the start of the apprenticeship and that you have the right of abode in the UK.
Non-UK Nationals
- For Non-UK national passport holders, your passport alongside a current Immigration Status Document (ISD) issued by the UK Home Office, or your Biometric Residence Permit (a copy of front and back).