A Level 4 programme designed to develop professionals who can design, implement, and maintain secure network systems.

Roles such as Network Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Systems Administrator.

Levy-paying employers can use their Apprenticeship Levy at no additional cost.
Non-levy employers pay only 5% of the total programme cost, with the government funding the other 95%.

The apprenticeship lasts 18 months (15 months practical + up to 3 months EPA), with flexible, remote delivery that allows apprentices to apply advanced IT networking skills directly within the workplace.

Yes, many employers use this apprenticeship to develop staff or those transitioning into advanced IT or networking roles.

Delivery is remote and flexible. Learners attend monthly sessions and virtual workshops while completing real projects aligned to your business needs, keeping disruption minimal.

Yes, each apprentice needs a workplace mentor to support them with day-to-day tasks, review progress and help apply learning. We provide full guidance on the role.

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You’ll receive onboarding support, progress reviews, performance updates and access to our expert coaches.

Our recruitment team will source, screen and present suitable candidates, ensuring each meets programme criteria and aligns with your organisation’s needs. 

Intermediate IT skills are helpful since you require some immediate knowledge around this field.

Yes, apprentices do not pay anything. The programme is funded by employers through either the Apprenticeship Levy or government co-investment.

You will achieve the Level 4 Network Engineer Apprenticeship, plus globally recognised CompTIA certifications.

Training is delivered remotely through online workshops, monthly coaching sessions, and structured digital learning.

Common roles include Network Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Systems Administrator.

You’ll spend 80% of your time working in your job role and 20% learning. This is typically one day per week dedicated to training and portfolio work.

Yes, you’ll have an expert tutor, a workplace mentor, monthly coaching sessions, and support from Leep Talent’s learner success team throughout the apprenticeship.

After completing this Level 4 apprenticeship, Learners have the opportunity to undertake additional CompTIA exams & Certmaster Labs to compliment their learning.