Life Science and Related Science Industries

Modern Apprenticeship

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Description

This Modern Apprenticeship helps employees gain skills and knowledge they need for roles in life sciences and its related industries. It’s offered at two levels to support new entrants and the upskilling of existing teams. The apprenticeship covers the traditional healthcare aspects of life sciences, as well as related science areas such as industrial, marine, plant, environmental and veterinary biotechnology.

Apprenticeship framework(s)

Your employee will study for a Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 6 or 7.

Select each level to see the framework document and qualification(s) at that level. 

Entry requirements

There are no set entry requirements for this Modern Apprenticeship.

Progression and development

SCQF Level 6

After completing this Modern Apprenticeship, your employees will have the skills and knowledge they need for roles including:

  • Laboratory attendant

  • Junior laboratory assistant technician

  • Junior technician

  • Laboratory trainee

They could also progress to the Modern Apprenticeship at SCQF Level 7 or further qualifications and recognition, including:

  • HNC/HND in chemistry, science or a related discipline

  • Assessor and Verifier awards

  • Qualifications in business improvement techniques and supervisory management

  • Cogent Gold Standard qualifications

  • Membership of a professional institution at Technician level

SCQF Level 7

After completing this Modern Apprenticeship, your employees will have the skills and knowledge they need for roles such as laboratory technician or professional technologist.

They could also progress to further qualifications and recognition, including:

  • HNC/HND in chemistry, science or a related discipline

  • Assessor and Verifier awards

  • Qualifications in business improvement techniques and supervisory management

  • Cogent Gold Standard qualifications

  • Membership of a professional institution at Technician 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?

It will take between 12 and 24 months to complete.

Need information or advice?

Call our advisors to find out more about Modern Apprenticeships.

0800 783 6000

Sounds right for your business?

The next step is to find a learning provider that offers this apprenticeship.

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