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FoundationEntry-level pre-apprenticeship

Hardware, network and infrastructure foundation apprenticeship

Hardware, network and infrastructure operatives are found in organisations large and small, in all sectors, and within public, private and voluntary organisations.

Typical duration
8 months
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Digital
Standard ref
FA0004
Where this apprenticeship leads
IT Technicians n.e.c.AI exposure 65% · Very High
Starting out
£22,000 - £27,000
Experienced
£30,000 - £38,000
Senior
£42,000+
Full career profile - salary progression, top employers, AI outlook →

Role overview

The Hardware, Network and Infrastructure Foundation Apprenticeship at Level 2 introduces you to the physical and digital building blocks of modern IT systems - computers, servers, networking equipment, and operating systems. You will gain hands-on experience setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining hardware and network infrastructure in a real workplace. It is an ideal first step into IT careers including network engineering, systems administration, and cybersecurity.

Careers this apprenticeship leads to

Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.

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