Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in IT Application Specialists

This course is suitable for any learner working with information technology on a daily basis in their job role.

You can choose from a wide range of vocational units at levels 1, 2 and 3 to create your own diploma qualification. There is one mandatory unit (making selective use of IT) and the remaining units range from troubleshooting, bespoke software and word processing to intranets and the Internet. You will also study functional skills in English, ICT and maths.

End Qualification:

- Employers Rights and Responsibilities
- QCF Diploma for IT User Skills (formerly ITQ)
- Functional skills in English and maths at level 1 and ICT at level 2
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

There are no formal entry requirements.

You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

You may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards level 1.

At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours a week. You also need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.

Assessment:

Workplace assessment. Functional skills tests to be completed at college (some attendance required).

Progression from this course:

In a modern workplace, the management and use of IT has opened the fastest growing job market of its age. The need for rapid access to fast transmission of increasing amounts information has created exciting and stimulating challenges and opportunities.

Locations:

Workplace - n/a

Duration:

1 Year

Start times:

Various times throughout the year

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk