Laboratory Technicians

What does it cover?

  • Training in, and assessment of, your workplace competence (often called an NVQ - Certificate or Diploma)
  • The fundamental knowledge required to work in your chosen sector (often called a technical certificate)
  • Functional skills including English, Maths and IT
  • Knowledge on rights and responsibilities as an employee (ERR Workbook)
  • Personal, Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) will be explored as part of the Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship for Laboratory Technicians

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Advanced Apprenticeship for Laboratory Technicians

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How long does it take?

We aim to deliver the Apprenticeship within 12 months and the Advanced Apprenticeship within 18 months.


How much does it cost?

Some learners may be eligible for a subsidy and as JIF remains available in London, employer funding is also possible. We will work with you to maximise the funding available and minimise the cost.


There is no employer contribution for Apprentices under the age of 19 (assuming the employee qualifies for a subsidy). For those over 19, subsidies may also be available, depending on the apprentice's age, previous qualifications and the size of your organisation. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss costs further when we understand your business and learner requirements.


What are the taster workshops available for the Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship?

Tasters of the workshops delivered on the Apprenticeships for Laboratory Technicians are:

  • The Laboratory as a Working Environment
  • Health and Safety Procedures in the Laboratory
  • General Laboratory Procedures.

Additional workshops will be based on the Level of Apprenticeship and the employer choice of additional units. They may include Use of Laboratory Services and Support for Techniques and Practice.


The subject areas for both apprenticeship levels are the same but the standard required at the Advanced level is more challenging and more pro-activity is required by the learner.