Improve efficiency
Streamline processes and reduce time spent on repetitive tasks
Drive productivity
Develop practical skills to help your business do more with less
Create future opportunities
Embrace new technologies and stay ahead in a changing world
Overview
Launched in August, the Improvement Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship provides apprentices with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours necessary to lead and implement change across various organisational functions and processes. By blending Lean and Six Sigma methodologies with project and change management principles, apprentices will learn to drive improvements, solve complex problems, and enhance business performance.
Improvement Technicians are essential in sectors such as automotive, banking, engineering, healthcare, food production, IT, retail, and more. They typically lead smaller projects or play a key role in larger programmes, addressing recurring challenges and identifying opportunities for improvement. Apprentices will develop expertise in diagnosing issues, proposing solutions, implementing changes, and coaching teams to share best practices.
As part of the apprenticeship, learners will gain hands-on experience in managing projects, motivating teams, and ensuring successful outcomes. Apprentices will work with stakeholders across functions, continuously improving processes while focusing on communication, sustainability, and long-term impact. This apprenticeship prepares apprentices for roles such as Business Improvement Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Process Excellence Manager, and many other positions across diverse industries.
Key Facts
Duration
12 Months
Funding Band
£4,000
Delivery Location
National
Who is it for?
This apprenticeship is ideal for employees who are involved in improving processes, solving operational challenges or supporting change across areas such as operations, engineering, finance, customer service, IT, healthcare and manufacturing.
It is particularly suited to employees who lead smaller improvement projects or contribute to larger change programmes, helping them develop the skills to identify problems, implement solutions and deliver measurable improvements.
The programme can support progression into roles such as Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Excellence Manager, Project Manager or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
Delivery
The programme combines workplace learning with dedicated support from our Skills Development Tutors, who will work with apprentices on-site to meet your organisation’s specific needs and expectations.
Apprentices will apply their learning directly within the workplace, developing hands-on experience of managing improvement projects, solving problems and implementing change that can deliver lasting value for your organisation.
What it covers
Apprentices will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours to:
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Identify opportunities to improve processes and performance
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Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to drive improvement
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Analyse data and diagnose recurring business problems
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Lead and manage workplace improvement projects
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Apply project, risk and change management principles
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Engage stakeholders and motivate teams through change
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Coach colleagues and share continuous improvement best practice
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Deliver sustainable improvements with long-term business impact
Get in touch
Take that first step and we’ll support you with whatever you need to succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants should have GCSE grades A*-C/4-9 in English and maths. Apprentices should also be in a role where they can contribute to improvement projects and apply their learning within the workplace.
Our Skills Development Tutors visit apprentices in the workplace, providing tailored support that reflects the needs and expectations of both the apprentice and their employer.
Apprentices receive ongoing support from our experienced Skills Development Tutors, helping them apply Lean, Six Sigma and improvement techniques to real workplace challenges and successfully progress through the programme.
Apprentices demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours they have developed through their apprenticeship and complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA) to achieve the Level 3 qualification.
Yes. Apprenticeship funding may cover up to 100% of the training costs, depending on your organisation and the apprentice’s eligibility. Our team can help you understand the funding available to your business.
Simply get in touch with our team. We’ll discuss your business needs, check eligibility and funding, and guide you through the next steps to upskill an existing employee or recruit a new apprentice.