AI Apprenticeships for Every Team

From boardroom strategy to hands-on automation - 6 programmes across Levels 3-6, all delivered through the Apprenticeship Levy. Up to 5 industry qualifications embedded in every programme, no coding required. Delivered nationwide across England.

Delivered nationwide across England - live online sessions via Zoom & Teams, with face-to-face available for closed cohorts

6 Programmes
L3-L6 Levels Available
100% Levy Funded
4.9/5 Employer Rating

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Upgrading from Team Leader L3 or Ops Manager L5?
Those standards are being defunded from September 2026. Our AI People Leaders & AI Operations Leaders programmes are the natural next step - same audience, CMI qualifications included, plus AI skills your team actually needs. Delivered through the Apprenticeship Levy.
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Our AI Programmes

Delivered through the Apprenticeship Levy, zero cost to your organisation

New for 2026
Level 5

AI Leadership - AI Essentials for Business Leaders

The apprenticeship unit for senior leaders. Develop AI strategy, governance, and boardroom decision-making in weeks, not months. No EPA, no technical background required. Levy funded, or government co-funded.

📅 1-16 weeks 🎓 Apprenticeship Unit AU0002
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Foundation
Level 4

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.

📅 15-18 months 🎓 4-5 qualifications ST1512
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Level 4

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.

📅 15-18 months 🎓 4 qualifications ST1512
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Level 4

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.

📅 15-18 months 🎓 5 qualifications ST1512
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Level 4

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.

📅 15 months 🎓 4 qualifications ST1512
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Level 6 - Degree-Level

AI & ML Fellowship

Deep learning, NLP, computer vision & MLOps. Degree-level programme for technical AI and machine learning engineering roles.

📅 18+3 months 🎓 3+1 qualifications ST1398
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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 Unit
New for 2026 - Senior Leaders
L5 1-16 weeks Apprenticeship Unit: ✓ AI Strategy and Governance
✓ Internal skills test (no EPA)
✓ Employer-validated assessment
MDs, Directors, Senior Leaders, Heads of Department Levy Funded
AI & Automation Practitioner
Foundation, Start Here
L4 15-18 months 4-5 qualifications: ✓ NCFE L3 Cyber Security Practices
✓ NCFE L3 Certificate in Data
✓ NCFE L3 CQ AI Prompt Mastery
✓ Microsoft AB-730 AI Business Professional
✓ BCS Foundation Certificate in AI (high achievers)
Anyone using AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, etc.), All Departments, No Coding Needed £18,000
AI for People Leaders L4 15-18 months 4 qualifications: ✓ CMI Level 3 Management & Leadership
✓ NCFE L3 Certificate in Data
✓ NCFE L3 CQ AI Prompt Mastery
✓ Microsoft AB-730 AI Business Professional
First-Line Leaders, Team Leaders, HR & L&D Managers £18,000
AI for Operations Leaders L4 15-18 months 5 qualifications: ✓ CMI Level 5 Management & Leadership
✓ NCFE L3 Cyber Security Certificate
✓ NCFE L3 Certificate in Data
✓ NCFE L3 CQ AI Prompt Mastery
✓ Microsoft AB-730 AI Business Professional
Middle Managers, Operations, Supply Chain, Departmental Heads £18,000
AI for Coaching Professionals L4 15 months 4 qualifications: ✓ CMI Level 5 Coaching & Mentoring
✓ NCFE L3 Certificate in Data
✓ NCFE L3 CQ AI Prompt Mastery
✓ Microsoft AB-730 AI Business Professional
Executive Coaches, Coaching Professionals, HR Practitioners, L&D Specialists £18,000
AI & ML Fellowship L6 18+3 months 3+1 qualifications: ✓ BCS Level 4 Data Analysis
✓ NVIDIA Deep Learning Certificate
✓ Microsoft Azure AI Engineer Associate
✓ Apprenticeship Standard + EPA (degree-level)
ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Technical AI Roles £22,000
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Google Reviews (452+)
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Distinction Rate
97%
Employer Satisfaction
10,000+
Learners Trained
"We needed something that would actually land with non-technical staff. Everyone came back saying they could finally understand generative AI, where the risks are, and how to actually use these tools. For us, that was game-changing."
HR Director, National Logistics Company
Ofsted Good - 59% distinction rate - Monthly starts nationwide

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything employers need to know about AI apprenticeships

What is the Apprenticeship Levy?
The Apprenticeship Levy is a 0.5% tax on annual pay bills over £3 million. Funds collected go into a digital account that employers can use to pay for apprenticeship training. Levy-paying employers can use their funds to fully cover the cost of AI apprenticeships. Non-levy paying employers can also access funding, the government covers 95% of the training cost.
Can existing employees do an AI apprenticeship?
Absolutely. In fact, most of our AI apprentices are existing employees being upskilled. There's no requirement to hire new staff. Any employee who will genuinely develop new skills through the programme is eligible, regardless of seniority or experience.
Do learners need coding experience?
Not for our Level 4 programmes. The AI & Automation Practitioner, People Leaders, and Operations Leaders programmes are all designed for non-technical professionals. We build from foundations up. The Level 6 AI & ML Fellowship does require some technical aptitude, but we assess for potential rather than prior experience.
How much time off-the-job is required?
Apprentices spend approximately 20% of their working time on off-the-job training, typically one day per week. This includes workshops, self-directed study, and practical projects. The remaining 80% is spent in their normal role, applying what they learn directly to their work.
What qualifications do learners receive?
It depends on the programme. The AI & Automation Practitioner includes NCFE L3 qualifications in Cyber Security, Data, and AI Prompt Mastery, plus the Microsoft AB-730 AI Business Professional certification. The People Leaders programme adds CMI Level 3 in Management & Leadership. Operations Leaders carries CMI Level 5 plus all five NCFE and Microsoft certifications. The ML Fellowship includes BCS, NVIDIA, and Microsoft certifications.
How do I get started?
Simply get in touch through our contact form or call us on 01604 210 500. We will arrange a free discovery call to understand your team's needs, recommend the right programme, and handle all the levy paperwork. Most employers are up and running within 4-6 weeks of first contact.

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