AI apprenticeships that actually change how work gets done.
Six programmes built for real roles, from foundation practitioners to senior leaders. Up to five industry qualifications embedded in every one. No coding required. 100% levy funded. Delivered live online across England.
Our AI Programmes
Every programme is fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy — zero cost to your organisation
AI Leadership Pathway · Strategy, Governance, Transformation
Three new Skills England Level 5 apprenticeship units for senior leaders: AI Strategy, AI Governance, and AI Transformation. Up to £2,250 combined funding per leader. No EPA. TESS is one of the first approved providers.
AI & Automation Practitioner
The base-level AI apprenticeship for anyone whose job connects to AI — using Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, automating workflows, or working with data. No coding needed. Start here.
AI for People Leaders
AI-powered team leadership with a CMI Level 3 qualification. Designed for first-line leaders, team leaders, and people managers stepping into AI-ready leadership.
AI for Operations Leaders
AI-driven operational excellence with a CMI Level 5 leadership qualification. For middle managers leading departments, operations, and process improvement through AI.
AI for Coaching Professionals
AI-powered coaching with a CMI Level 5 coaching & mentoring qualification. The only AI apprenticeship combining advanced coaching skills with AI tools for deeper client engagement.
AI & ML Fellowship
Deep learning, NLP, computer vision & MLOps. Degree-level programme for technical AI and machine learning engineering roles.
Compare Our AI Programmes
Every programme is tailored to your sector — here's exactly what your team walks away with
| Programme | Level | Duration | Qualifications Included | Tailored For | Funding Band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Leadership Pathway Senior leaders, 3 Level 5 units |
L5 | 8-12 wks / unit |
AI Strategy
AI Governance
AI Transformation
|
CEOs, MDs, COOs, transformation, HR, compliance | Up to £2,250 |
| AI & Automation Practitioner Foundation, start here |
L4 | 15-18 mo |
NCFE ×3
Microsoft AB-730
BCS AI
|
Any team using AI tools, all departments, no coding | £18,000 |
| AI for People Leaders | L4 | 15-18 mo |
CMI L3
NCFE ×2
Microsoft AB-730
|
First-line leaders, team leaders, HR & L&D | £18,000 |
| AI for Operations Leaders | L4 | 15-18 mo |
CMI L5
NCFE ×3
Microsoft AB-730
|
Middle managers, operations, supply chain, dept heads | £18,000 |
| AI for Coaching Professionals | L4 | 15 mo |
CMI L5 Coaching
NCFE ×2
Microsoft AB-730
|
Executive coaches, HR practitioners, L&D specialists | £18,000 |
| AI & ML Fellowship | L6 | 18+3 mo |
BCS L4 Data
NVIDIA Deep Learning
Azure AI Engineer
+ EPA
|
ML engineers, data scientists, technical AI roles | £22,000 |
Why Choose TESS Group for AI?
We don't deliver generic AI training. We build every programme around your sector, your teams, and your business goals.
Sector-Tailored Delivery
This is what sets us apart. Every AI programme is contextualised to your industry — whether that's healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, or public sector. Your team learns AI through real scenarios from their own world, not abstract examples. That's why our learners apply skills from week one.
Up to 5 Qualifications Per Programme
CMI, BCS, Microsoft, NVIDIA, and NCFE qualifications embedded in every programme — not bolted on. Your team leaves with multiple industry-recognised credentials that hold weight beyond the apprenticeship.
Ofsted Good & 4.9/5 Rating
Ofsted rated Good. 452+ Google reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5. 85%+ achievement rate across all programmes. Our track record speaks for itself.
100% Levy Funded — Zero Cost
Every programme is fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy — including all qualifications, certifications, and assessment fees. Non-levy employers pay just 5%. No hidden costs.
Dedicated Employer Partnership
Every learner gets a skills coach, technical mentor, and your organisation gets a dedicated employer liaison. We handle the levy paperwork, DfE compliance, and progress reporting so you don't have to.
Monthly Starts & Flexible Cohorts
No waiting for term dates. We run monthly starts with flexible cohort sizes — from a single learner to full department rollouts. Most employers are live within 4-6 weeks of first contact.
AI Belongs in Every Function, Not Just IT
Wherever your team spends hours on repeatable work, AI can collapse it into minutes. Here's what an AI-trained apprentice changes across the business.
Executive & Strategy
Replace gut-feel with scenario modelling, competitor intel, and board-ready synthesis. Leaders use AI to pressure-test decisions before they're made, not defend them afterwards.
Board packs in hours, not weeksHR & People
Screen applicants, analyse engagement surveys, surface retention risks, and draft policy in the voice of your business. Your people team spends the time saved on the humans, not the paperwork.
70% faster time-to-hireFinance & Accounting
Automate month-end data pulls, flag anomalies before they reach the audit trail, and build rolling forecasts that actually get updated. A practical AI skillset turns the monthly close from a marathon into a dashboard.
3 days saved per closeSales & Revenue
Research accounts in seconds, auto-draft personalised outreach at scale, and score pipeline by real signal instead of rep optimism. AI-literate sellers book more meetings from the same hours.
2–3× prospecting outputMarketing & Brand
Segment the database properly, write on-brand campaigns in minutes, and test variants before a single pound of media spend. The best marketing teams now ship campaigns in days, not sprints.
5× campaign velocityCustomer Service
Deflect repetitive tickets with well-governed AI agents, summarise cases for the human who takes it from there, and mine every conversation for product signal. Support becomes an intelligence source, not just a cost centre.
40% lower cost per ticketOperations & Supply Chain
Predict demand, optimise routing and rotas, and catch equipment issues before they stop a line. Operators who understand AI stop firefighting and start preventing.
Up to 40% less downtimeProcurement & Vendor
Run spend analysis across messy ERP exports, compare supplier contracts side-by-side, and benchmark quotes without three weeks of spreadsheet work. Procurement negotiates from evidence, not instinct.
Contract review in minutesLegal, Risk & Compliance
Review contracts in minutes with flagged deviations, draft policy in your organisation's voice, and track regulatory change without a dedicated analyst. AI handles the reading so counsel can focus on the judgement.
80% faster contract triageNine departments. Nine reasons to train. Every TESS programme embeds the tools, governance, and qualifications for the department your learner actually works in.
Real Qualifications. Real Brands. Embedded at No Extra Cost.
Every TESS programme bundles nationally regulated awards and globally recognised vendor certifications into the apprenticeship. Not bolted on. Not chargeable. Built in.
AI Business Professional
Certificates
Management Awards
Certificate
& AI Prompt Mastery
Most providers include zero to one additional certifications. TESS embeds up to five in every programme, at no additional levy spend. See the full comparison →
The Numbers Speak for Themselves
Independent reviews, verified results, and real employer data.
What Employers Say
Real feedback from organisations investing in AI apprenticeships with TESS
This programme doesn’t just teach AI — it transforms how our entire team thinks about their work. The results have been immediate and measurable. We’ve seen processes that took hours reduced to minutes.
We needed something that would actually land with non-technical staff. TESS understood that from day one. The delivery is practical, the support is excellent, and our people are building real automations within weeks — not months.
The embedded qualifications were the clincher for us. Our team came away with Microsoft Copilot certification, NCFE credentials, and practical skills they’re using every day. That’s genuine value for the levy spend.
The Business Case for AI Apprenticeships
Why leading employers are using their levy to build internal AI capability
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything employers need to know about AI apprenticeships
Official Resources & Further Reading
For more information about apprenticeship standards, funding, and regulations, see the official UK government and awarding body sources below.
Why Choose a National AI Apprenticeship Specialist?
Large generalist providers spread themselves across hundreds of standards. We focus on AI, data, and leadership — and deliver nationwide from a single, dedicated team. Here's why that matters.
One of the highest-rated apprenticeship providers in the country. Our learners rate us because we deliver — not because we're the biggest.
Government-verified quality. Ofsted assessed our teaching, coaching, curriculum design, and learner outcomes — and rated us Good across the board.
All programmes delivered via Zoom and Teams — interactive workshops with breakout rooms, 1:1 coaching, and no travel. From Dorset to Durham, your team gets the same quality.
From team leaders to ML engineers, we have the right AI programme for every level of your organisation. All on approved standards, all fully levy funded.
CMI, BCS, NCFE, and Microsoft certifications embedded. Your people leave with portable, recognised qualifications — not just a certificate of attendance.
Got 10–15 learners? Run a private cohort tailored to your sector and challenges. Hybrid delivery available — online plus optional face-to-face workshops.
Trusted by organisations including
Financial Times • EDF Energy • Transport for London • DPD • Sunbelt Rentals • BuyItDirect • DX Logistics • Clarins
Not Ready for a Full Apprenticeship?
Our 1-day AI Prompting Accelerator gives your team practical AI skills in a single session — no funding paperwork, no long-term commitment. CPD-accredited and fully customised to your organisation.
Manager’s Guides
Enrolling a team member? These guides show you exactly how to support them — module by module — and get the most from the programme.
Not sure which provider? Read our 10-point employer checklist →
Let’s Talk About AI Apprenticeships for Your Team
No commitment — just a 15-minute chat about what AI apprenticeships could look like for your organisation. We’ll cover programme options, funding, timelines, and next steps.