Apprenticeships

Pre Press Print Technician Apprenticeship

• England
• Levy Paying Organisation - £14,000 Non Levy Paying Business £700 (further incentives are available to small employers)
• BPIF Training

Upon completing their apprenticeships, pre-press professionals are primed to thrive in print, packaging, creative, or design settings. They adeptly craft compelling artwork, manage digital systems, operate equipment, and uphold top-tier quality standards. From design conception to flawless execution, they're the linchpins ensuring every print job dazzles with precision and impact.

Signage Technician Apprenticeship

• England
• Funded through the employer
• BPIF Training

The Signage Technician Apprenticeship covers the design, manufacture, fabricate and installation of signage.

Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship

• England
• Funded through the employer
• BPIF Training

An apprenticeship in lean manufacturing equips individuals with foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for implementing lean principles within manufacturing settings. Participants learn about waste reduction, process optimisation, and continuous improvement techniques to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Creative Digital Design Professional Apprenticeship

• England
• Funded through the employer
• Sheffield Hallam University

The BA (Hons) in Creative Digital Design is a future-facing, cross-disciplinary degree apprenticeship, combining user-centred design methods, digital media skills, and leadership, applied to projects across diverse professional settings.

Carton Technician Apprenticeship

• England
• Levy Paying Organisation - £14,000 Non Levy Paying Business £700 (further incentives are available to small employers)
• BPIF Training

Upon completing their apprenticeships, carton finishing specialists are primed to excel in print and packaging environments, with a focus on perfecting the final touches of carton production. Tasked with elevating cartons to exceptional standards, they bring artistry and precision to every detail.

Print Finishing Technician Apprenticeship

• England
• Levy Paying Organisation - £14,000 Non Levy Paying Business £700 (further incentives are available to small employers)
• BPIF Training

Upon completing their apprenticeships, print finishing specialists are poised to excel in print, packaging, creative, or design realms. Tasked with crafting captivating final touches, they bring artwork to life with finesse and precision. From perfecting folds to applying coatings, they ensure every piece meets the highest standards of quality and visual impact. With their expertise, they elevate print projects, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and clients alike.

Print Technician Apprenticeship

• England
• Levy Paying Organisation - £14,000 Non Levy Paying Business £700 (further incentives are available to small employers)
• BPIF Training

Upon completing this apprenticeships, printing professionals are poised to excel in print production environments. They skillfully operate machinery, maintain equipment, and oversee quality control measures. From setting up jobs to ensuring seamless printing processes, they're instrumental in delivering impeccable results efficiently. With their expertise, every print run is executed flawlessly, meeting the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Apprenticeships in Scotland

• Scotland
• Print Scotland

Print Scotland is the lead apprenticeship training provider for the Scottish Print Industry and offers Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQ’s) and Modern Apprenticeship (MA) certification in print. Modern apprentices undertake a workplace print training programme which is aimed at improving technical and interpersonal skills and are based on National Occupational Standards (NOS). These standards at SVQ level 2 & 3 ensure that qualifications are relevant to the current and future needs of the Scottish Print and related industries.