NWEAT UK Software Development Apprenticeship
Propel your career in software development. Learn to code at Northwest Education & Training (NWEAT) with the support of edX and EdAid.
Free tuition: Gain in-demand technical skills and prepare to break into software development – at no cost to you. Must meet UK residency requirements and be of at least 18 years of age to apply.
Learn while you work: Study software development right from work – for at least 20% of your working hours.
Keep your current pay and benefits: Continue to work and get paid at your current job while you get hands-on training.
Find out if you’re eligible: Learners must be at least 18 years of age, have the right to work in the UK, and be supported by their employer. View all eligibility requirements below.
Duration
18 months
Time to complete, part-time
Pacing
6–8 hours per week
Live instruction
Learn software development — at no cost to you
In 18 months, our apprenticeship can have you ready to break into a software developer role where you provide technical solutions at your organisation. No previous programming skills are required to apply.
- Structured flexibility: Learn software development on the job, while receiving the structure and support you need to achieve your career goals.
- Innovative instruction: Our online software development courses include live interactive virtual classes led by skilled instructors.
- Real-world projects: Learn in-demand skills through real-world examples. Everything you will learn is immediately applicable to a professional environment.
Meaningful outcomes
Prepare for a rewarding career
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Innovative curriculum. In-demand skills.
The rigorous apprenticeship curriculum – aligned to the Software developer Level 4 apprenticeship standard – will empower you to build proficiency in full-stack development and prepare you to make key contributions at your organisation.
Apprenticeship eligibility criteria
To be eligible to apply to the fully funded apprenticeship programme, you must:
be at least 18 years of age
live in England
have the right to work in the UK
have lived in the UK/EEA for the past three years
Get permission to participate from your employer
not be already enrolled in full-time education at the start of the apprenticeship
The apprentice must also have achieved or be capable of achieving level 2 maths and English prior to taking the End-Point Assessment.
Application process
To apply to the fully funded apprenticeship programme, you will need to:
Submit an application, including English and maths GCSE certificate (if achieved)
Participate in a prequalification session
Receive prequalification decision
Gain support from your employer
Complete and sign documentation
Enrol
How the apprenticeship is delivered
This programme is delivered by Northwest Education & Training (NWEAT) with the support of edX and EdAid, and funded via the UK Government Apprenticeship Levy.
About EdAid
EdAid is an education funding platform that supports education providers and their students to unlock fair, affordable ways to access the world’s best undergraduate, graduate, and boot camp programmes in STEM. EdAid supports students from over 180 countries. Their award-winning and internationally regulated platform has provided over $200 million in interest-free payment plans, ensuring affordable pathways to education and employment are available to thousands of students. Learn more about EdAid here.
About Northwest Education & Training (NWEAT)
Northwest Education & Training, or NWEAT, was established in 2013. NWEAT prides itself on delivering training through an experienced and passionate team of individual assessors whose overriding aim is: Success for all. NWEAT strives to provide the highest quality of training to learners to meet the needs of employers, resulting in suitable employment for the learner and trained employees for the employer, all achieved through an efficient and commercially beneficial service. Learn more about NWEAT here.
About edX
edX, part of 2U Inc., works with respected universities and organiszations to deliver innovative, skills-based training to a community of over 49 million learners around the world to support them at every stage of their lives and careers. edX delivers boot camps through an immersive learning experience with expert services and valuable resources. As of 2021, graduates have been hired by 6,700+ companies, including more than 62% of the Fortune 100.
