This Modern Apprenticeship helps new and current employees gain the skills and knowledge they need for roles in the regulatory services industry. It’s suitable for those with little or no experience who are looking to develop a career in this area. The apprenticeship covers skills required for a number of roles in the sector, including Trading Standards and Environmental Health and can lead to roles such as Technical Assistant, Technican, Enforcement Officer, Assistant Trading Standards Officer and more.
The qualification
SCQF Level 7
Your apprentice will complete a qualification in Regulatory Services at at SCQF level 7.
Entry requirements
Candidates for this Modern Apprenticeship don’t need any prior experience or qualifications.
Progression and development
Following the completion of the Modern Apprenticeship, candidates should be able to achieve positions in many industries within the Regulatory Services sector. For example:
- Enforcement Officer Environmental Health
- Technical Assistant
- Technician
- Dog Warden
- Pest Control Officer
- Assistant Trading Standards Officer
It provides articulation with college provision and also further work based learning.
How is it funded?
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider directly in incremental payments throughout the course of the apprenticeship.
Use our Modern Apprenticeship Contribution Table to work out the funding level for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees who are aged 16 – 19. For those who are disabled and care-experienced, this is extended up to and including age 29.
Speak to a range of learning providers to find the best deal and agree on a flexible approach to meet the needs of your business.
Who pays the apprentice?
Like any other employee of your business, you’ll pay the Modern Apprentice's wages. This is not set by SDS, but we do encourage all employers to pay the living wage. Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
Time to complete
This Modern Apprenticeship will take 24 months to complete.