Artificial Intelligence is transforming existing roles, not just creating new ones. This apprenticeship helps people use AI and automation to improve productivity, reduce repetitive tasks and support responsible technology adoption.
It supports workforce transformation by developing people who can apply AI-enabled tools within real operational settings and unlock new opportunities for growth.
AI & Automation Practitioners are not expected to be AI researchers or software engineers. They identify where AI and automation can add value, support colleagues through change, and help organisations use emerging technologies safely, ethically and effectively.
For employers, this apprenticeship offers a practical way to build AI capability across the workforce, whether learners are starting out, moving from another digital or business role, or building on existing industry experience.
Key responsibilities
- Identify opportunities for AI and automation across business processes
- Evaluate AI tools, technologies and potential use cases
- Support the implementation of AI-enabled solutions
- Analyse workflows and identify productivity improvements
- Design and improve automation processes
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of AI solutions
- Support organisational adoption and change initiatives
- Communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Apply ethical, legal and responsible AI principles
- Contribute to digital transformation and innovation projects
Programme length
18 months
Independent learning
1-2 hours per week
Off-the-job training
6 hours per week
Assessment organisation
TBC
Delivery model
Cohorts scheduled throughout the year
I'm really enjoying my apprenticeship, meeting other colleagues that are on the programme in our classroom sessions and having that independent time to go away, do our own coursework and then meet again.
