Civil Engineering Technician apprenticeship course

This apprenticeship course is for people who want to gain a vocational qualification in civil engineering practices and concepts, while gaining industry experience.

You’ll enjoy training in a host of fundamental civil engineering principles, looking at a range of professional practices and gaining practical insight into a variety of industry practices. If your aspiration is to progress to university, you’ll also gain a recognised Level 3 academic qualification that will aid in your progression.

Course content

Teaching and assessment

30 weeks’ training delivered over 32 months, typically delivered in 4-week blocks.

Qualifications you gain

• Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician
• Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering  

Methods of assessment

The majority of the qualification will be assessed in accordance with the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering, which will include external examinations, project-based assessment and assignment production.

You’ll be regularly assessed using a range of methods, including written assessment, practical assessment, verbal questioning and presentation, and multiple-choice testing. You’ll also be required to complete college-based and site-based activity journals. You’ll be given clear, direct and constructive feedback to enable to progress to a successful completion.

Mandatory entry requirements

Academic                                       

L2 English and Mathematics.

A Level 2 qualification in a Construction- or Civil Engineering-related subject.

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades A to C, ideally including mathematics, English and science.

To help us assess your suitability for the course, you'll need to complete a skills learning exercise and possibly attend college for further testing.

Other information

The course involves:

• physical activity
• independent research
• use of IT
• wearing PPE/RPE
• working to deadlines.