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Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship Level 3

Course code: P13525

Subject area: Apprentices

Study level: Apprenticeship

Course level: 3

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Course date:

1st Aug 2025 - 31st Jul 2030

Course location:

Off Site

Contact details

Phone:

01235 216 216

Information Communication Technicians deliver efficient operation and control of the IT and/or Telecommunications infrastructure (comprising physical or virtual hardware, software, network services and data storage) either on-premises or to end-users provisioned as cloud services that is required to deliver and support the information systems needs of an organisation. This apprenticeship offers 3 different pathway options:
Information Communication Technicians deliver efficient operation and control of the IT and/or Telecommunications infrastructure (comprising physical or virtual hardware, software, network services and data storage) either on-premises or to end-users provisioned as cloud services that is required to deliver and support the information systems needs of an organisation. This apprenticeship offers 3 different pathway options:

鈥 Support Technicians are desk based, resolving system user queries and faults in a helpdesk environment. The business would contact them to report a problem, which they would fix or escalate.

鈥 Network Technicians are usually desk based but may visit clients to resolve issues. In a contact centre environment, they may use network management tools to collect and report on network load and performance statistics

Digital Communications Technicians are desk or field-based resolving faults and issues with communications systems. They would administer and provide specialist communications and IT equipment

Duration: 13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment

Delivery model:

鈥 Work-based training with your employer

鈥 Day release during term time (approximately 36 days per year)

鈥 Approximately four on-site assessment visits per year

鈥 Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)

鈥 Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice鈥檚 time at work

Course units
Core Occupation Duties

鈥 Provide technical support to customers both internal and external through a range of communication channels

鈥 Establish and diagnose ICT problems/faults using the required troubleshooting methodology and tools

鈥 Interpret technical specifications relevant to the ICT task.

鈥 Apply the appropriate security policies to ICT tasks in line with organisational requirements

鈥 Undertake the relevant processes with the relevant tools and technologies to resolve ICT technical issues

鈥 Communicate with all levels of stakeholders, talking them through steps to take to resolve issues or set up systems, keeping them informed of progress and managing escalation and expectations

鈥 Apply appropriate testing methodologies to hardware or software or cabling assets

鈥 Practice guided continuous self-learning to keep up to date with technological developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for own professional development

鈥 Document or escalate ICT tasks as appropriate to ensure a clear audit trail and progression of issues

Support Technician duties

鈥 Install and configure relevant software and hardware as appropriate for example: mobile apps, printers, projectors, scanners, and cameras.

鈥 Address IT issues by prioritising in response to customer service level agreements

鈥 Administer security access requirements and permissions for stakeholders escalating as necessary for example password resets

鈥 Support the roll out of upgrades or new systems or applications

Network Technician duties

鈥 Complete cabling tasks for example coaxial, copper, fibre or remotely.

鈥 Administer mobile devices on a network

鈥 Deliver network tasks prioritising security with a view to mitigating and defending against security risks.

鈥 Install and configure relevant software and physical or virtual hard

What next?
Those completing the apprenticeship can apply for registration with the Register of IT Technicians confirming level 3 professional competence.
Entry criteria
Applicants are likely to have 5 GCSEs A*- C / 9 - 4, including Maths and English, or equivalent, and will need to demonstrate the ability to achieve all elements of the apprenticeship during their programme, including working in a suitable job role.
Fee information
Free to apprentices. This apprenticeship has a 拢15,000 funding band. Small companies will need to contribute 拢750; large companies could pay through the apprenticeship levy if they have funds available.
Qualifications received
鈥 Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths

鈥 Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship

Learning & method assessment
鈥 Work based project and presentation

鈥 Portfolio based interview

User skills
鈥 Interpret and prioritise customer requirements

鈥 Fault finding and rectification

鈥 Operate safely and securely

鈥 Communication

鈥 Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders

鈥 Manage and prioritise workload effectively

鈥 Complete documentation

鈥 Undertake software upgrades

鈥 Diagnose the extent of the IT support task, - Provide support to customers

鈥 Maintain a safe working environment

鈥 Identify and scope solutions

鈥 Test system performance

鈥 Escalate non routine problems

鈥 Use basic scripting like PowerShell or Linux

鈥 Carry out routine maintenance across systems

鈥 Apply necessary security

鈥 Use a range of Cabling

鈥 Test network environments

鈥 Monitor performance of a network - Deploy applications on a network

鈥 Set up storage and data access

鈥 Carry out routine maintenance

鈥 Monitor network-related workloads including DNS and firewalls

鈥 Establish digital communication or telecoms systems

鈥 Identify a range of tools and or diagnostic equipment

鈥 Undertake basic telecoms activities

鈥 Use information necessary to identify operational issues and rectify