Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship

Course Overview

Our Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship will guide and inspire the developer to interpret and build software as part of a larger team. Software developers will typically spend their days building and testing simple high quality code across various layers of a system. As part of this Level 4 Apprenticeship Software Development, the developer will learn how to interpret design documents and specifications, as well as customer briefs.

Any customer requirements will typically be defined and agreed by more experienced or specialist members of the team, such as a business analyst or technical architect, but it is crucial for the software developer to have awareness around these areas so they can produce high quality code in line with demand and expectations.

We offer individualised learning to each Apprentice and heavily involve the employer with all curriculum scoping to ensure that progress is meaningful. Alongside this, prior attainment is carefully considered from the start to ensure that time on programme is maximised. Our strong IAG (Information, Advice and Guidance) ensures that each Apprentice understands the context of their learning, the assessment methodology, and that their future career progression is carefully mapped into their journey.

In addition, the curriculum scoping exercise provides an opportunity to review prior learning and completed qualifications, with the aim of personalising Apprenticeships to support and enhance your business, and therefore your Apprentices’ progress and progression.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Individual employers may set any entry requirements, which may include the following:

It is desirable that candidates would have achieved a level 2 in Maths and English (equivalent to GCSE Grade C or above) prior to commencing their Apprenticeship training. Those Apprentices who are yet to achieve a level 2 in English and Maths will have the opportunity to complete these qualifications during their Apprenticeship. However, a level 2 must be achieved in these areas before they qualify for entry to their End Point Assessment (EPA).

Key Information

Course Length
24 to 27 Months

Course Level
Level 4

Awarding Body
BCS

Learning Method
Workplace (direct delivery)

For Individuals

Benefits

Apprentices will gain a nationally recognised and accredited qualification
Improve staff retention
Work in partnership with a nationally recognised training provider
Employees get access to award-winning learning and assessment materials
Bespoke support to ensure Apprentices access high quality ‘off the job’ learning
See rapid improvements in employees' performance, productivity and behaviours that will benefit your organisation
Employees have access to unlimited support from a qualified trainer and a Learner Support Advisor (LSA) throughout their apprenticeship

Throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship, Apprentices will develop a range of new knowledge, skills and behaviours which will add significant value to each Apprentices overall learning, progress and development. Examples include:

Knowledge:

Different stages of the software development lifecycle

The differences between agile and waterfall software development methodologies

Understanding how teams work effectively to produce software

Applying different software design approaches and patterns in a business environment

The mathematical knowledge required to be a software developer

Skills:

Logical and creative thinking skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Using own initiative

Being organised

Behaviours:

Ability to work independently and take responsibility

Ability to work with a range of internal and external people

Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations

For Businesses

With our combination of market-leading learning resources, exceptional customer service and award-winning LMS solutions, we are confident we can assist with your education and training delivery needs.

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For Apprenticeships

Our Apprenticeship programmes focus on improving business productivity and staff retention, while creating an efficient and skilled workforce. We can supply learning materials to support with the delivery of Apprenticeship standards.

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