Software Development Technician (level 3)

Recruit an apprentice to work as part of your software development team building simple applications for use in larger software development projects.

Maximum funding

£15,000

Duration

18 months

Entry requirements

As the employer, you’ll set the selection criteria - this typically includes one or more of the following:

  • five GCSEs (preferably English, maths, science)
  • other relevant qualifications or experience
  • aptitude test with a focus on IT skills

Key documents

Latest revised version:
Software Development Technician (level 3) standard - revised

Existing version (to be retired):
Software Development Technician (level 3) standard - existing

BCS knowledge modules specification (PDF)

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Knowledge modules

BCS Level 3 Certificate in Software Development Context and Methodologies
QAN 603/1191/5
Syllabus (PDF)
Specimen paper (PDF)
Answer key (PDF)

BCS Level 3 Certificate in Programming
QAN 603/1192/7
Syllabus (PDF)
Specimen paper (PDF)
Answer key (PDF)