Land-based Engineering

This Modern Apprenticeship helps employees with little or no experience in the land-based engineering sector, as well as for upskilling existing teams.

It can lead to roles including service technician, ground care technician, land-based engineer, field service engineer, product support provider and after-sales contact. It’s also suitable for staff whose responsibilities involve supplying and maintaining equipment and machinery for the agriculture, horticulture, arboriculture, forestry or ground care industry.

SCQF Level 5

There are no set entry requirements for this Modern Apprenticeship, but candidates should be committed to pursuing a career in the land-based engineering sector.

SCQF Level 6

Candidates should have completed the Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF level 5, or have equivalent qualifications or experience.

SCQF Level 5

After completing this Modern Apprenticeship, your employees will have the skills and experience they need to progress to the SCQF Level 6 Modern Apprenticeship or an engineering degree.

SCQF Level 6

After completing this Modern Apprenticeship, your employees will have the skills and experience needed for a qualified technician role – and could join the industry recognised Land-based Technician accreditation scheme.

Alternatively, they can progress to an engineering degree, or move into parts, sales or management fields.