IT Professional Apprenticeship Level 3
Summary
“The demand for ICT has never been greater, so developing your skills in this area is one of the best career moves you could make. The skills you learn on your Apprenticeship will be valuable wherever there are computers and communications technology... and thats just about everywhere.” – National Apprenticeship Service
An apprenticeship is a great way to gain a new qualification while staying in your current job and earning money. At the end of the course, you will have a nationally recognised qualification and no debts to pay!
If you enjoy working in a technical environment and would like a career in IT, the ICT Professional Apprenticeship is a good course for you!
This apprenticeship covers a variety of Microsoft vendor units, and is well suited to those working in a technical job role in any industry e.g. database administrators, IT product developer, IT trainer, network manager, systems analyst, IT project manager, technical support manager and messaging technologist.
An ICT Diploma will help you progress in your career, IT skills are always in demand and in the future you could work in a variety of positions e.g. business analyst, system support engineer, IT architecture and security or network manager.
You may be interested in studying further and enrol in an MCITP (Microsoft Certified System Administrator), which will enable you to demonstrate comprehensive skills in planning, deploying, supporting, maintaining and optimising IT infrastructures.
Alternatively, you may be interested in a full time technology course through Cornwall College e.g. FdSc Computer Networking or FdSC Information Technology and then progress onto a BSc (Hons) Computing.
| Course Title | Location | Hrs/Wk |
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| IT Professional Apprenticeship Level 3 | Cornwall College St Austell | TBC | TBA | TBC | PLEASE CALL* |
Additional Information - You will attend lectures for a total of 12 weeks, over a minimum of 1 year. The start date is flexible, contact Cornwall College Business for more information. | |||||
Who is this course for?
This apprenticeship is designed for people who want to train on the job and gain a nationally recognised qualification in ICT (information and communication technologies). You must enjoy working in a technical environment and want a career in IT.
This is a follow on course from the Level 2 ICT Professional Apprenticeship and supports those working in a variety of positions e.g. database administrator, IT product developer, IT trainer, network manager, systems analyst, IT project manager, technical support manager and messaging technologist.
Entry requirements
To enrol in this apprenticeship, you need to be aged 16 and over, have a minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C and be employed in a technical IT position.
If you are interested in this apprenticeship and do not have the required GCSEs or an employer, speak to one of our Cornwall College Business Liaison Officers on 0800 731 7594.
Course overview
You will attend lectures for a total of 12 weeks, spread out over a minimum period of 1 year, at the St Austell campus.
This apprenticeship includes a number of Microsoft vendor units, which will give you accreditation towards the Server 2008: Server Administrator MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional).
You will put together a portfolio of evidence to show that you are competent at the tasks you do every day, while receiving support from experienced Cornwall College tutors.
Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the following qualifications:
- Level 3 Diploma in ICT Professional Competence
- Level 3 Certificate in ICT Systems and Principles
What's next?
An ICT Diploma will help you progress in your career and move up the ladder in your current organisation. IT skills are always in demand and in the future you could work in a variety of positions e.g. business analyst, system support engineer, IT architecture and security or network manager.
You may be interested in studying further and enrol in an MCITP (Microsoft Certified System Administrator), which will enable you to demonstrate comprehensive skills in planning, deploying, supporting, maintaining and optimising IT infrastructures.
Alternatively, you may be interested in a full time technology course through Cornwall College e.g. FdSc Computer Networking or FdSC Information Technology and then progress onto a BSc (Hons) Computing.
Progression Routes
Why choose us?
- We are the leading provider of professional business training in the South West
- Our trainers have recent and relevant industry experience
- CCB provides learning for companies who want to train their staff as well as individuals who are seeking their own personal development
- With over 1000 courses including business skills, qualifications, bespoke training as well as a range of apprenticeship programmes, we help you add new skills to your organisation
- CCB offers flexible course delivery
- We can tailor any course to suit your business needs
- We have funding available to make your training budget go further
- An independent research study has shown that companies that have trained with CCB have seen 17% more growth than companies that have not
Additional Information
If you are interested in this apprenticeship, contact Cornwall College Business and complete an online apprenticeship form. If you meet the requirements, you will be invited for an interview and be given advice and guidance on how to proceed.
There are no apprenticeship course fees charged for anyone between the ages of 16 and 18. For those aged 19 and over, fees do apply.
Contact us for more information.
* All prices shown on this website are accurate to the best of our knowledge, however, we reserve the right to amend the price of a course without prior notice. Prices may be subject to additional charges for registration, books or examinations. Please call our course booking team to find out the latest prices for this course - 0800 731 7594.
