https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/foundation-apprenticeships/FA0005
Overview
Ginger Nut Training offer the foundation apprenticeship in Software and Data which includes a traditional progression path onto one of the following standards;
- Digital Support Technician Level 3
- Information Communications Technician Level 3
- IT Solutions Technician Level 3
- Cyber Security Technician Level 3
- Software Development Technician Level 3
- Data Technician Level 3
- Stretch progressions
- Software Developer Level 4
- Cyber Security Technologist Level 4
- Network Engineer Level 4
Our offering is based upon the initial 8-month foundation course then progressing on to one of the above standards on completion of the course and a potential set of learning to cover approximately 2 years, depending on course selection and prior learning. We ask learners and employers to look at which progression course is what they are working towards whilst enrolling in the foundation course with the selection of the course at month 7 near completion of the foundation. We are of course, open to this changing as the course progresses.
The Foundation Apprenticeship in Software and Data (FA0005) is a Level 2 qualification delivering a robust blend of workplace learning and technical training, with apprentices in this program gaining the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills required to manage data and support software development within a modern workplace setting. Competencies span day-to-day tasks, including collating, validating, formatting, and securely storing data, assisting with software testing, and following user requirements—all while adhering to health, safety, security, and cyber‑awareness protocols. The apprenticeship also emphasises well-rounded employability, encouraging strong communication, problem-solving, adaptability, team-working, and ethical use of technology, along with embedded functional English and maths
Assessment is designed to be proportionate and pragmatic, comprising both knowledge tests and practical assessments—which may include simulations, tasks, portfolios, or presentations—to capture authentic workplace capability and progression readiness. Apprentices can expect recognition of their skills and seamless progression either into employment or onto more advanced apprenticeship paths, equipped with verified competence in key digital operations and support roles