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Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship standard: Software Developer

Gain the skills to excel in software development with our Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship. You’ll gain practical experience in coding, debugging and deploying software applications, ensuring you’re ready to meet organisational challenges and face them with confidence. .

Gain extra professional certifications on top of your qualification
Fully-qualified Performance Coaches helping you turn training into the business of professional performance
Flexible training options to fit around your schedule and learning style

Apprenticeship Overview

Our Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship trains you to become a competent software developer working across front-end, logic, and data. 

Develop a deep understanding of key software development processes and practices so you can operate at all stages of the software development lifecycle, from design and development to testing, deployment, and maintenance. 

You’ll learn advanced programming skills, including object-oriented concepts, use of automated testing tools, and secure development principles and practices, to develop high-quality, secure software.  

Who is the programme for?

This Software Developer apprenticeship is designed for individuals who are eager to start or advance their careers in software development. It suits those with a passion for coding and a desire to develop robust software solutions. Suitable roles include: 

  • Junior Software Developer 

  • Application Developer 

  • Web Developer 

  • Software Engineer 

Where will the programme take you?

This apprenticeship will provide you with the skills to contribute to software projects, develop new applications, and improve existing systems. These skills position you well for further specialisation or taking on broader responsibilities within the tech space. 

Upon completion, you can progress to our Level 6 Applied Digital Technology on our Software Engineering pathway, and then onto our Level 7 MSc Software Engineering Apprenticeship. 

Who's eligible?

Eligibility can vary depending on the requirements of the individual employer, but typically includes:  

  Three A-Levels or equivalent (and GCSE English and maths)   

OR  

  • Significant work experience   

  To apply for this programme you must be employed in a relevant role. 

Apprenticeship information

Duration
16-20 months
Start Dates
Various depending on delivery option
Application deadline
2 weeks before start date
Study modes
Choose from online live or face-to-face learning, either monthly or intensive blocks
Cost
£18,000levy funded
Free for Learners
95% government funded for non-levy payers
Apprenticeship standard
Software Developer

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Your success is our businessWe begin with specialist onboarding and guidance – aligning your personal goals with wider business objectives – to craft plans that deliver maximum mutual impact.
Learn from the best, become the bestFully-qualified Performance Coaches and industry-leading tutors bring their firsthand expertise to your studies – empowering you to become a master.
Best practice makes perfectHands-on learning through practical scenarios and our virtual learning platform ensures you have the knowhow to perform in the professional world.
Back-up that stacks upEducational psychologists and career mentors. Performance coaches and mental health specialists. You’ll have an entire multidisciplinary team behind you.
AI predicted performanceWe don’t just plan performance. We predict it. Our AI-driven model uses data to anticipate progress, adjusting in real-time to optimise success.
See it for yourselfPerformance trackers mean you can share your performance with managers, keeping them up to speed with key insights to observe progress and create better outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

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The Level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship takes up to 20 months to complete including the End Point Assessment.

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