
Associate Project Manager
LEVEL 4
ABOUT
An Associate Project Manager Apprentice will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support successful project delivery across a range of sectors.
This includes understanding the project lifecycle, defining scope and objectives, and creating and monitoring project plans and documentation.
They will learn how to manage risks, issues and change, use project management tools to track progress, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. The programme also covers budgeting and cost control, governance and compliance, as well as leadership skills to support teamwork and resolve challenges, alongside evaluating outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
ENTRY
REQUIRMENTS
If an apprentice has not already achieved GCSE English and Math or equivalent, apprentices under 18 must achieve them before completing their End-Point Assessment.
Apprentices aged 19+ may opt out.
TYPICAL JOB
ROLES
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Project Coordinator
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Project Support Officer
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Project Administrator
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Junior Project Manager
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PMO Support Officer
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Project Analyst roles
DURATION
The apprenticeship typically takes 12–15 months to complete, depending on prior experience. At the end of the programme, apprentices complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA), which includes:
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Project Proposal, Presentation & Q&A
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Professional Discussion based on a portfolio of evidence
How It Works
1. Initial Scoping Session
We provide an initial scoping session, which includes everything from mapping the Job Role to the correct Level Apprenticeship, agreeing delivery programmes and helping employers understand the apprenticeship funding process.
2. Enrolment
We enrol/induct the learners and explain how a bespoke delivery plan, based on the requirements of the business, will work in practical terms.
3. Delivery
Over the duration of the training we support the learners in the workplace with face to face and remote sessions. We also support the apprentices’ mentor and/or line manager's involvement in overseeing the Apprenticeship training.
4. Assessment
We arrange all relevant end point assessment and prepare the learner on what to expect during end point assessment.
5. Certification
Following the successful completion of the training the learner receives their certification.

