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Information Communications Technician - Level 3 Apprenticeship

Build comprehensive IT infrastructure capabilities with skilled ICT technicians. Ensure reliable network operations, reduce system downtime, and enable seamless communications while developing versatile technical expertise.

12-15 months
Level 3
Technology
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Unlock Rock-Solid IT Performance with an ICT Level 3 Apprentice

Strengthen your organisation with an ICT Technician who keeps your systems running smoothly, your data secure, and your workforce fully connected. Our Information and Communications Technician (ICT) Level 3 apprenticeship builds confident, capable professionals who reduce your infrastructure costs and keep downtime to a minimum—so your business can operate without disruption.

What Your ICT Technician Will Deliver

Infrastructure Operations That Keep You Running

  • Reliable network installation and configuration
  • Proactive server maintenance and monitoring
  • Expert support for telecommunications systems
  • Smooth cloud infrastructure management
  • Up-to-date security implementation
  • Robust backup and disaster-recovery procedures

Business Continuity You Can Depend On

  • Consistently high system uptime (up to 99.9%)
  • Faster issue resolution to keep your team productive
  • Reduced infrastructure costs across your estate
  • Seamless support for hybrid and remote working
  • Stronger cybersecurity protection
  • Scalable systems ready for future growth

Quantifiable Infrastructure Benefits

Operational Excellence

  • Dramatically lower downtime, keeping productivity high
  • Faster response and issue-resolution times for your users
  • Reduced infrastructure and operational expenditure
  • Fewer security incidents and greater peace of mind

Strategic Advantages for Your Organisation

  • Stronger business continuity, even under pressure
  • A clear technology advantage over competitors
  • Fully enabled flexible and remote working models
  • Less reliance on third-party vendors and contractors

Structured Skills Development (College Delivery)

Infrastructure Foundations

  • Network essentials
  • Server administration essentials
  • Hardware diagnosis and troubleshooting
  • Core security best practice

Advanced Systems

  • Advanced networking, including VLANs and routing
  • Cloud platform management and optimisation
  • Virtualisation technologies used across modern businesses
  • Monitoring tools that support proactive maintenance

Professional Practice

  • Infrastructure optimisation techniques
  • Capacity and growth planning
  • Clear and professional documentation standards
  • Practical project management skills

Government Funding Package That Saves You Money

Flexible Financial Support

  • Up to £15,000 in government funding
  • Up to 100% of training costs covered
  • No upfront fees

Programme Benefits

  • Industry-recognised certifications (CompTIA, Cisco)
  • Hands-on labs and simulations for real-world readiness
  • Vendor-led workshops and training sessions
  • Ongoing career progression, mentoring, and support

Designed for Modern Business Challenges

Supporting Your Infrastructure Needs

  • Multi-site operations
  • Remote and hybrid workforce enablement
  • Cloud migration and system upgrades
  • Digital transformation initiatives

Ideal for a Wide Range of Sectors

  • Professional services
  • Manufacturing and logistics
  • Financial services
  • Healthcare and medical environments

Structured Learning Journey

On-the-Job Experience

  • Real infrastructure project delivery
  • Immediate response to live technical issues
  • Day-to-day maintenance and system upkeep
  • Planned upgrade and deployment support

Professional Training & Development (College – Off the Job training)

  • Full preparation for industry certifications
  • Complete delivery of the Level 3 ICT Standard
  • Best-practice workshops from industry experts
  • Exposure to emerging and leading technologies
  • Vendor-specific learning pathways

Success You Can Measure

Technical Metrics

  • Improved system uptime
  • Faster resolution times
  • Increased project-completion rates
  • Achievement of recognised certifications

Business Value

  • Clear and documented cost savings
  • Measured reductions in downtime
  • Higher user satisfaction across the organisation
  • Tangible contributions to innovation and improvement

Strengthen Your IT Foundation

Our employer services team provides:

  1. Infrastructure Review: Assess your current IT setup
  2. Role Definition: Design the right ICT position
  3. Talent Matching: Find technically skilled candidates
  4. Progress Monitoring: Track skill development
Ready to build reliable IT infrastructure?

Schedule a consultation to discuss how our ICT Technicians can ensure business continuity and support growth.

Ready to Hire?

Speak to our employer services team about hiring apprentices for your business.

0207 377 0731
employers@vestacollege.co.uk
Business Benefits

Government Funding

Up to 100% of training costs covered

Skilled Workforce

Train employees to your standards

Business Growth

Improved productivity and retention

Cost Effective

Lower recruitment and training costs

Programme Details

Duration

12-15 months

Level

Level 3

Sector

Technology

Training Structure

Off-the-job training provided

Start Dates

Flexible starts available

Government Funding Available

Reduce training costs with government support for this apprenticeship

Maximum Funding Available

£12,000

Per apprentice

Training Costs Covered

Up to 100%

For eligible employers

Key Funding Benefits

100% funding for 16-21s

Full training costs covered

Additional incentive

£1,000 for hiring 16-18 year olds

Business support included

Account management & mentoring

Up to 100% funding for most employers

Up to a 5% employer contribution

Off-the-job training: 418 hours minimum (20% of working hours)

* Government funding rates and eligibility criteria are subject to change. All information is correct at time of publication but may be updated by government policy changes. Please contact us for the most current funding information.

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