This week’s Standard of the Week, is the Level 3 Education Technician (HE Assistant Technician and Simulation-Based Technician) apprenticeship standard which has been approved for delivery since 1st July 2021.
This standard covers two related occupations. A Higher Education (HE) Assistant Technician will work within higher education institutions such as Universities. They will typically work in one of the following academic settings: applied science, engineering, arts and humanities, environmental science, sports science, performing arts or healthcare science. A Simulation-based Education (SBE) technician may be employed and work within NHS Trusts, higher education institutions or within industry or in private facilities on a consultancy basis.
The broad purpose of both occupations is to provide skilled technical support in teaching, learning and research environments across their respective sectors to personnel such as teachers, healthcare professionals, lecturers, educators, researchers and students. This is done by demonstrating and using techniques, materials, equipment, and machinery; collating and interpreting data or research outcomes and providing specific documentation and resources that support and enhance teaching, learning, or research activities, events or productions.
There are currently 6 registered training providers for this Level 3 Education Technician (HE Assistant Technician and Simulation-Based Technician) apprenticeship standard.
You access information about applying to the APAR as an apprenticeship training provider.