Level 6 Machine Learning Engineer
Level 6 Machine Learning Engineer
Develop in-house ML capability and give your people future-ready skills
The Level 6 Machine Learning Engineer Apprenticeship equips learners with the advanced technical, analytical and professional capacilities needed to design, build, deploy and maintain machine learning solutions that deliver real organisational value. Through a blend of applied data science, ethical and regulatory awareness and practical engineering practice, apprentices develop the expertise to create responsible, high-performing Machine Learning systems. This programme prepares learners to lead on machine learning initiatives, drive innovation and apply modern Machine Learning methodologies to solve complex business challenges.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- AI Foundation
- Professional Behaviours
- Cyber Security
- Sustainability and Compliance
- Collaborative Working
- ML Engineering Principles
- ML Tools and Platforms
- ML Model Development Lifecycle
- ML Model Testing
By completing the Level 6 Machine Learning Engineer apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Apply advanced machine learning techniques to analyse complex data and solve real-world business problems with measurable impact
- Design, build, validate and optimise ML models using modern tools, frameworks and engineering best practices
- Work securely, ethically and responsibly with data and AI systems, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory and organisational standards
- Evaluate and make informed decisions about model performance, interpretability, risk and responsible deployment
- Identify, scope and champion opportunities where machine learning can drive innovation, efficiency, or improved decision-making
- Prepare and deploy ML systems in production, integrating them into broader digital and data infrastructure
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned and use machine learning to tackle real-world business challenges and deliver high-value solutions.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 4 Software Tester
Level 4 Software Tester
Built in-house, future-ready quality assurance capability
The Level 4 Software Tester Apprenticeship develops professionals who can ensure software quality across modern, fast-paced digital environments. Through industry-aligned micro-badges, apprentices gain hands-on experience in test design, test automation, test data management, reporting and AI-assisted quality assurance.
They gain practical experience and learn the tools, practices and processes used by today’s high-performing test teams, ensuring systems are reliable, secure and fit for purpose.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Test Design
- Test Execution
- Test Reporting
- Regression Testing
- Test Data Management
- Test Automation
- ISTQB Foundation / Agile
- AI Foundational Knowledge
By completing the Level 4 Software Tester apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Apply structured test design methods to plan and execute effective testing
- Build and maintain automated test scripts to support fast, reliable QA processes
- Manage test data across environments to ensure robust, repeatable testing
- Execute tests at multiple levels and report results clearly to stakeholders
- Apply industry-recognised standards and techniques, including those from ISTQB
- Use modern testing tools and platforms aligned with industry practice
- Contribute effectively to agile and cross-functional development teams
- Leverage AI-based productivity tools to enhance testing efficiency
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to contribute and deliver real, measurable value in professional development environments.
Apprentices deliver measurable quality improvements from early in the programme.
Apprentices bring fresh testing perspectives back to the workplace and help teams improve processes, reduce defects, and accelerate delivery.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes to your organisation’s quality practices and tools.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 4 Software Developer
Level 4 Software Developer
Develop in-house, future-ready development capacity
The Level 4 Software Developer programme builds future-ready coding capacity. Through industry aligned micro-badges, apprentices develop strong coding skills, understand modern development practices and learn to work effectively with today’s AI-enhanced tools. They gain practical experience across design, development, deployment and testing – using the same platforms and workflows your teams rely on.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Programming Languages
- Software Development Management
- Requirements Engineering
- Solution Design
- Solution Development
- Solution Testing
- Solution Deployment
- Professional Behaviours
- AI Foundational Knowledge
By completing the Level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Use a range of programming languages effectively
- Demonstrate strong professional behaviours
- Follow structured software development processes
- Gather, analyse and manage requirements to ensure software solutions meet user and business needs
- Translate requirements into clear, robust solution designs
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code, using best practice
- Use modern development tools and platforms, such as Git, Jira, and Azure DevOps
- Apply effective testing strategies, including Test-Driven Development and test automation
- Contribute confidently to real-world software projects
- Apply AI productivity tools
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to contribute and deliver real, measurable value in professional development environments.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 4 Data Analyst
Level 4 Data Analyst
Develop data and AI capability and give your people future-ready skills
The Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship equips your people with the skills to turn data into actionable insights and apply AI tools to imrpove decision-making. Learners work on your real-world data projects, with an emphasis on “learning by doing” that delivers measurable impact.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Data Tools & Programming: Python, R, SQL, Dashboard Design (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)
- Data Lifecycle & Governance: GDPR, DPA 2018, Data Quality, Project Methodologies
- Analytics & Insights: EDA, Basic Statistics, Predictive Models, Hypothesis Testing
- Business Impact: Storytelling, UX Presentation Skills
- Advanced Topics: AI Fundamentals, Big Data, Requirements Engineering, Data Modelling
By completing the Level 4 Data Analyst apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Operate effectively across the full data lifecycle
- Work confidently with modern data tools
- Design and deliver intuitive dashboards and visual stories
- Apply core analytical techniques
- Communicate insights with clarity and impact
- Deliver measurable impact on real business problems
AI Focus: Where the employer is looking to develop AI data capacity there will be the opportunity to:
- Understand what AI is and its impact on business
- Spot opportunities to apply AI data tools
- Use AI tools for data cleaning, predictive analytics and automation
- Understand and apply ethical and legal considerations for AI data projects
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to solve your organisation’s data challenges.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 4 Business Analyst
Level 4 Business Analyst
Develop in-house BA capability to drive digital transformation and give your people future-ready skills
The Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship develops the core skills, knowledge and behaviours required for apprentices to analyse business needs, identify improvements, model procecsses and data, and support organisational change. They gain practical experience across the project delivery lifecycle, using the same toolsm platforms and workflows your teams rely on to build practical, real-world capability.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- BA Fundamentals
- Business Impact Assessment
- Investigation Techniques
- Stakeholder Analysis and Management
- Requirements Engineering and Management
- Business Process Modelling
- Gap Analysis
- Data Modelling
- Organisational Change Management
- Business Acceptance
- AI Foundational Knowledge
By completing the Level 4 Business Analyst apprenticeship, apprentices will be able to:
- Analyse business problems using structured techniques
- Model processes and data to support change initiatives
- Engage stakeholders and manage their expectations effectively
- Capture, validate, and prioritise business requirements
- Support organisations through change and ensure solutions meet business needs
- Run effective UAT phases to validate solution readiness
Where the employer is looking to develop its AI capability, apprentices will also have the opportunity to:
- Understand what AI is and evaluate its potential impact on business operations, processes, and customer experience
- Identify and articulate business problems where AI-enabled solutions could add value, supporting opportunity spotting and early-stage feasability assessment
- Use AI tools to support Business Analysis activities, such as generating insights, analysing requirements, modelling processes, and supporting decision-making
- Understand and apply ethical, legal, and organisational considerations when analysing, recommending, or supporting the adoption of AI-related solutions
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply learning directly to workplace projects, contributing to business improvement and digital transformation.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 4 AI and Automation Practitioner
Level 4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Practitioner
Develop in-house AI capability and give your people future-ready skills
The Level 4 Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Practitioner Apprenticeship develops the core skills, knowledge and behaviours required for learners to identify, design, develop, deploy, and support responsible AI and automated solutions within an organisation. It balances technical development, ethical and legal awareness, and change-leadership capabilities to ensure apprentices can responsibly deliver value using modern AI tools.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- AI Foundational Knowledge
- Professional Behaviours
- AI Cyber Security
- Responsible AI Law and Ethics
- Human Centred AI Development and Accessibility
- AI Solution Lifecycle
- Data Foundations for AI and Automation
- AI Opportunity Spotting
- Tools for Developing AI Solutions
- Change Management and AI Adoption
By completing the Level 4 AI & Automation Practitioner apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Apply AI concepts to real business challenges
- Work securely and responibly with AI systems
- Make responsible, ethical design choices
- Develop and implement AI solutions using industry relevant tools
- Identify business opportunities for AI and automation
- Support organisations through AI driven change
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to contribute to digital transformation initiatives and deliver measurable value, through AI and automation.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 3 Software Technician
Level 3 Software Development Technician
Develop core programming capability and build future-ready digital skills
The Level 3 Software Development Technician Apprenticeship equips learners with the essential skills needed to contribute confidently to real-world software development projects. Apprentices build competance across programming, testing, requirements gathering and software delivery lifecycles, gaining hands-on experience that strengthens organisational capability and supports modern digital transformation.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Programming Languages
- Software Development
- Solution Testing
- Requirements Engineering
- Solution Development Management
- Introduction to AI: Understanding AI fundamentals, how AI is used in modern workplaces, and how to safely and ethically support AI-enabled tools and solutions.
By completing the Level 3 Software Development Technician apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Write, test, and maintain software across commonly used programming languages
- Apply clean coding, refactoring, and structured development techniques
- Contribute effectively to software development lifecycles
- Gather, interpret, and manage requirements to support solution delivery
- Apply structured testing methods, including TDD and automation approaches
- Understand core software development methodologies and processes
- Recognise opportunities to apply AI responsibly and effectively in workplace contexts
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to contribute and deliver real, measurable value in professional development environments.
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 3 Digital Support Technician
Level 3 Digital Support Technician
Develop core digital support capability and build confident, future-ready digital professionals
The Level 3 Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship equips learners with the essential skills required to support users, systems, and services across modern organisations. Apprentices gain confidence working with digital technologies, managing issues, improving digital processes, and supporting business operations with an emphasis on “learning by doing” that delivers measurable impact.
Our programme develops the core capabilities needed to keep organisations productive, secure and digitally enabled.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Digital Security
- Digital Information Management Systems
- Digital Transformation
- Solution Development & Management
- Professional Behaviours
- Customer Service
- Introduction to AI: Understanding AI fundamentals, how AI is used in modern workplaces and how to safely and ethically support AI-enabled tools and solutions
- Underpinning Knowledge: The technical knowledge that apprentices need to do their job. Examples include CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, vendor qualifications including those from Microsoft, AWS etc.
By completing the Level 3 Digital Support Technician apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Provide effective first-line digital support to users across the organisation
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues confidently
- Maintain and support digital systems and information management tools
- Apply secure working practices and promote strong digital security behaviours
- Communicate clearly and professionally with internal and external customers
- Support digital transformation initiatives and help drive adoption of new tools
- Understand and contribute to the development of digital solutions
- Recognise opportunities to use AI responsibly in everyday digital support tasks
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply their learning to solve real digital challenges within your organisation.
Apprentices bring new perspectives and develop practical solutions that improve your digital operations.
We work with you to align learning outcomes with your strategic digital priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape
Level 3 Data Technician
Level 3 Data Technician
Develop foundational data capability and build future-ready digital skills
The Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship equips learners with the core skills needed to work confidently with data, understand data lifecycles, manage data securely, automate reporting, and visualise data effectively. Learners work with your data building confidence and capability through hands-on experience.
What Apprentices Will Learn
Our expert coaches will coach your apprentice through micro-badges that develop competence in these critical areas:
- Data and Analytics Lifecycles
- Big Data Fundamentals
- Data Tools – Excel, SQL, Dashboard Design (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)
- Corporate, Legal and Moral Aspects of Technology and Data
- Data Quality
- Introduction to Statistics
- Storytelling
- Professional Behaviours
- AI Fundamentals
By completing the Level 3 Data Technician apprenticeship the apprentice will be able to:
- Operate effectively across the data lifecycle
- Work confidently with modern data tools
- Automate manual reporting
- Design and deliver intuitive dashboards
- Apply foundational analytical techniques
- Communicate insights with clarity and impact
- Deliver measurable impact on real business problems
AI Focus: Where the employer is looking to develop its AI data capacity there will also be the opportunity to:
- Understand what AI is and its impact on business
- Spot opportunities to apply AI data tools
- Use AI tools for data cleaning and automation
- Understand ethical and legal considerations for AI data projects
Learning Through Real Business Problems
Our coaches support apprentices to apply what they’ve learned to solve your organisation’s data challenges
Apprentices bring fresh perspectives back to the workplace that drives change.
We’ll work with you to align learning outcomes with your business priorities.
Digital Native combines no-cost recruitment, expert coaching and a passion for delivering apprenticeships that drive change and develop the digital capability needed to thrive in the ever-evolving digital andscape