Types of Apprenticeships

At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, we have apprentices enrolled on apprenticeship programmes from Level 2 to Level 7, across numerous different apprenticeship standards.

Overview of Apprenticeship Levels

1. Level 2 - Intermediate Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: GCSEs (Grades 4-9).
   • Duration: Typically 12-18 months.
   • Focus: Provides foundational skills and knowledge for entry-level positions.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Healthcare Support Worker, Pharmacy Services Assistant, Customer Service Practitioner
2. Level 3 - Advanced Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: A Levels or T Levels.
   • Duration: Usually lasts up to two years.
   • Focus: Offers deeper training and is often a stepping stone to higher apprenticeships.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Business Administrator, Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Laboratory Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician, Science Manufacturing Technician
3. Level 4 - Higher Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: First year of an undergraduate degree or a foundation degree.
   • Duration: Varies, typically 1-2 years.
   • Focus: Combines work experience with further education, allowing apprentices to gain advanced skills without incurring student debt.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Associate Project Manager, Data Analyst, Engineering Manufacturing Technician, Facilities Manager, Healthcare Science Associate
4. Level 5 - Higher Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: Foundation degree or higher national diploma.
   • Duration: Similar to Level 4, often 1-2 years.
   • Focus: Provides specialised training in a specific field, preparing apprentices for more advanced roles.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Assistant Practitioner, Nursing Associate, Health Play Specialist, Operations Manager, Learning and Skills Teacher
5. Level 6 - Degree Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree.
   • Duration: Typically 3-4 years.
   • Focus: Allows apprentices to work towards a full degree while gaining practical experience in their chosen field.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Chartered Manager, Biomedical Scientist, Diagnostic Radiographer, Dietician, Healthcare Science Practitioner, Midwife, Occupational Therapist, Physio Therapist, Project Manager, Senior and Head of Facilities Manager, Speech and Laguage Therapist, Therapeutic Radiographer
6. Level 7 - Master’s Degree Apprenticeship:
   • Equivalent to: Master’s degree.
   • Duration: Usually 1-2 years.
   • Focus: Designed for those looking to advance their skills to a postgraduate level while working in a professional environment.
   • Types of Apprenticeships undertaken at this level at LTHTR: Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Senior Leader, Senior People Professional, Systems Thinking Practitioner