Apprentice Toolmaker

Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

• Precision tooling manufacture
• Refurbishment of tooling 
• New tooling development 
• You will become skilled in conventional milling, turning and CNC Machining

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Apprenticeship Standard (L3)
• Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)
• Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Product  Design and Development
• Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge)
• Toolmaker and Tool and Die Technician
• First Year - College Block Release 
• Second Year - Day release college attendance

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There may be the opportunity for higher level study or a full time permanent position.

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Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C or equivalent) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) essential

About the employer