Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC) – Apprenticeship Programmes

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Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC) – Apprenticeship Programmes

Cardiff and Vale College offers a wide range of apprenticeship pathways designed to equip learners with essential skills and nationally recognised qualifications across finance, business, digital, IT, and leadership sectors. These structured programmes combine workplace learning with key skill development and provide clear progression routes into professional roles.

Accounting

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (Level 2) – 12 Months
    Key Outcomes: Bookkeeping, costing principles, business environment.
    Jobs: Finance Assistant, Accounts Clerk.
    Progression: AAT Level 3.
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  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting (Level 3) – 12 Months
    Key Outcomes: Financial statements, management accounting, tax processes.
    Jobs: Accounts Technician.
    Progression: AAT Level 4.
  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting (Level 4) – 16 Months
    Key Outcomes: Management accounting, professional systems, personal tax.
    Jobs: Accountant, Financial Analyst.

Business Administration

  • Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration (Level 2) – 15 Months
    Outcomes: Admin services, document production, information management.
    Jobs: Admin Assistant.
    Progression: Level 3 pathway.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration (Level 3) – 15 Months
    Outcomes: Business communication, personal development, administration systems.
    Jobs: Executive Assistant.
    Progression: Level 4 pathway.
  • Level 4 NVQ/BTEC Diploma in Business Administration (Level 4) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Manage admin functions, information systems, event coordination.
    Jobs: Business Manager.
    More Info: ALS Training

Customer Service

  • Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service (Level 2) – 14 Months
    Outcomes: Customer interaction, service delivery, communication skills.
    Jobs: Customer Advisor.
    Progression: Level 3 pathway.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service (Level 3) – 13 Months
    Outcomes: Admin services, data reporting, complaint handling.
    Jobs: Senior Customer Service.

Digital & IT

  • Cyber Security Analyst (Level 4) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Risk assessment, incident management, IT governance.
    Jobs: Cybersecurity Analyst.
  • Data Analyst (Level 3 – Agored) – 18 Months
    Outcomes: Data visualisation, modelling, statistical analysis.
    Jobs: Data Analyst.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Data Analyst (Level 4 – Agored) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Data infrastructure, programming, advanced analysis.
    Jobs: BI Analyst.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Application Support (Level 2 – Agored) – 18 Months
    Outcomes: Tech support, document prep, project admin.
    Jobs: IT Support Assistant.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Application Support (Level 3 – Agored) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Network environments, specialist software, telecom security.
    Jobs: Helpdesk Technician.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Content Designer (Level 3 – Agored) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Audio/video software, content creation, secure digital tools.
    Jobs: Content Designer.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Content Designer (Level 4 – Agored) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Multimedia publishing, e‑commerce content, data‑driven design.
    Jobs: Senior Content Designer.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Infrastructure Engineer (Level 3 – Agored) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Networking fundamentals, hardware support, system security.
    Jobs: Infrastructure Engineer.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Digital Infrastructure Engineer (Level 4 – Agored) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: System fault diagnosis, IT security, network testing.
    Jobs: Senior Infrastructure Engineer.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Software Developer (Level 3 – Agored) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Coding, software design, testing principles.
    Jobs: Junior Developer.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Software Developer (Level 4 – Agored) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Advanced design, database applications, secure systems.
    Jobs: Application Developer.
    More Info: ALS Training

Management & Leadership

  • Team Leading (Level 2 – ILM) – 15 Months
    Outcomes: Team building, performance management, communication.
    Jobs: Team Leader.
  • Management (Level 3 – ILM) – 17 Months
    Outcomes: Team performance, leadership principles.
    Jobs: Team Manager.
  • Management (Level 4 – ILM) – 18 Months
    Outcomes: Operational planning, stakeholder management.
    Jobs: Middle Manager.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Management & Leadership (Level 5 – ILM) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Strategic planning, process design, change leadership.
    Jobs: Senior Manager.
    More Info: ALS Training

Regulatory & Compliance

  • Regulatory Compliance (Level 4 – Agored) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Risk assessment, legal frameworks, non‑compliance response.
    Jobs: Compliance Officer.
    More Info: ALS Training

Financial Services

  • Retail Banking (Level 2 & 3) – 15–18 Months
    Outcomes: Customer transactions, compliance, complaints handling.
    Jobs: Bank Teller, Branch Supervisor.
  • General Insurance (Level 2 & 3) – 18 Months
    Outcomes: Claims processing, policy admin, customer service.
    Jobs: Insurance Administrator.
    More Info: ALS Training
  • Life, Pensions & Investments (Level 2 & 3) – 15–18 Months
    Outcomes: Product documentation, compliance, relationship management.
    Jobs: Financial Services Advisor.
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Professional Competence (IT)

  • IT Professional Competence (Level 3) – 21 Months
    Outcomes: Hardware support, remote services, fault diagnosis.
    Jobs: IT Support Technician.
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Project Management

  • Project Management (Level 4 – EAL) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Project planning, budgeting, stakeholder management.
    Jobs: Project Coordinator.
    More Info: ALS Training

Compliance & Regulation

  • Regulatory Compliance (Level 4) – 24 Months
    Outcomes: Legal frameworks, risk processes, compliance support.
    Jobs: Compliance Officer.
    More Info: ALS Training

Providing Financial Services

  • Retail Banking, General Insurance, Life, Pensions & Investments (Levels 2–3) – 15–18 Months
    Outcomes: Regulatory compliance, customer service, product admin for financial roles.
    Jobs: Banking or Insurance Advisor.
    More Info: ALS Training

Contact

Apprenticeship Enquiries: [email protected]