_{Digital Foundation Apprenticeship - Data and software - Level 2}

Launch your Data, Software and Tech career.

Foundation Apprenticeships provide an entry-level route into employment or further training for young people aged 16–21 (up to 24 with an EHCP or care experience). A key focus is software and data, which underpin modern technology—powering systems, enabling innovation, and driving decision making. Together, they transform industries, support AI and automation, and enhance cybersecurity and connectivity. For tech employers, this apprenticeship offers a pipeline of early talent, tailored training, and long-term workforce development—helping build future-ready teams while maximising levy investment.

There are no prior skills or knowledge entry requirements required but you must be employed in a suitable job role involving data, technology, hardware and software. And your employer must be in support of your enrolment.

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Key Information

Duration

8 Month programme followed by an assessment phase.

Funding options.

If you pay into the apprenticeship levy this is 100% funded at £4,000

Knowledge

Understand digital systems, networks, and infrastructure
Follow health, safety, and cybersecurity protocols
Write, test, and evaluate simple code

Maintain documentation and follow procedures
Apply emerging tech like AI and automation
Interest in data, software, IT support, or cybersecurity.

Skills

Use and support software, data, and digital tools
Work ethically and sustainably in digital environments

Handle and validate data securely

Behaviours

Employers will be involved in confirming apprentices are exhibiting the necessary and required behaviours, for a career in technology.

Expected behaviours will include: (for example)
- appropriate - attendance, punctuality and time-keeping.
- A passion for personal development and learning.
- Professionalism when working with other, internally or engaging with customers externally.
- An interest to work as a team.

Who is the digital foundation apprenticeship
(Level 2) suitable for?

Those with a keen interest in entering the digital sector and/or roles which have a digital footprint
16-21's with aspirations to work in the data and software field which is vast from web designers, to coders, content creators, digital accessibility, AI and automation, engineers and so on.
Those looking to find their footing in the digital arena prior to moving onto a specialism at level 3..

Potential progression routes.

Data Technician • Junior Data Analyst • Data Administrator • IT Support Technician • Service Desk Analyst • Digital Service Advisor • Digital Applications Specialist • Junior Security Analyst • Junior Software Developer.