Digital Technology: Technical
Modern Apprenticeship
Description
This Modern Apprenticeship supports technician-level digital technology roles across different sectors.
Apprentices can choose from six specialist pathways. These are:
Software Development
Cyber Security
Data Analytics
IT Support
Network Infrastructure
Cloud Infrastructure
Apprentices will become competent users of existing, evolving and emerging digital technologies. Each pathway allows them to bring valuable skills and experience to their chosen area of work.
Apprenticeship framework(s)
Your employee will study for a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 8.
Select SCQF Level 8 to view the framework document and qualification(s) at that level.
SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: Software Development at SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: Cyber Security at SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: Data Analytics at SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: IT Support at SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: Network Infrastructure at SCQF Level 8
Diploma in Digital Technology: Cloud Infrastructure at SCQF Level 8
Download Modern Apprenticeship - Digital Technology: Technical SCQF Level 8 framework document
Entry requirements
As a minimum, candidates should hold qualifications at SCQF Level 6 (or equivalent).
Each candidate will need to demonstrate that they have suitable numeracy skills to meet the learning outcomes.
Although, an employer can also consider someone's existing workplace skills and experience if they're changing careers or upskilling. This means you can open up the Modern Apprenticeship to more potential applicants.
Progression and development
To successfully complete the apprenticeship, learners must achieve all competence-based and professional qualifications within their chosen framework.
The Digital Technology: Technical Modern Apprenticeship opens the door to many opportunities for progression, both in work and through further learning.
Career advancement
Successful apprentices may progress to roles such as:
software developer
senior information security analyst
cyber security engineer
data analyst
senior service desk technician
senior infrastructure engineer
cloud infrastructure engineer
If they'd like to pursue further professional learning and development in a specialist pathway, this could include Graduate Apprenticeships. Explore:
Undergraduate programmes
Successful apprentices may progress to undergraduate study in Software Development, Cyber Security or Data Science.
Important information
Please read the Occupation Profile for each pathway within the Digital Technology: Technical Modern Apprenticeship.
These provide a detailed description of the work situations employees will carry out in engineering roles at this level.
How does it work?
Apprentices will learn in a real-world environment and earn a wage. They’ll also study with a college or other learning provider.
Cost and funding
We contribute towards training costs
We do this by paying the learning provider throughout the apprenticeship.
The training contribution calculator will show you our funding contribution for this framework.
An enhanced funding contribution is paid for employees aged 16 to 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 your business needs.
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 encourage all employers to pay the Living Wage.
Remember, you must pay at least the National Minimum Wage.
How long will it take?
This Modern Apprenticeship usually takes around two years to complete.
Need information or advice?
Call our advisors to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships.
0800 783 6000