What is an apprenticeship?
Find out more about the ins and outs of apprenticeships and how they might help your individual needs. Head to the GOV.UK website by clicking the link below.
Select the level that's right for you
IWFM does not offer the level 2, 3, 4 and 6 apprenticeships, we provide information about them and where to find them, as outlined below.
75% of employers offer a full-time job upon completion of an apprenticeship. That's 18-24 months of paid work, training and hands-on experience for a lifetime of possibility. Apprenticeships are not just for school leavers. They're suitable for anyone aged 16+ and, if you're looking for a career change, could be the next best step.
Facilities Services Operative
On completion of this apprenticeship you will be able to provide facilities services support to customers and facilities management departments.
This apprenticeship is ideal for those that are new to workplace and facilities management, have a desire to work in the profession or that want a career change.
View the apprenticeship standard
The employer occupational brief is referred to in the Assessment plan for this standard
Apprenticeships include an independent end-point assessment to assess the knowledge, skills, and behaviours across the standard. You will be assessed by online written test, observation and professional discussion of FM performance and knowledge.
Apprenticeships are a mix of on and off-the-job training. The off-the-job training must make up 20% of the apprenticeship.
Facilities Management Supervisor
On completion of this apprenticeship you will be able to fulfil a supervisory role in facilities management, leading an operational team to deliver a range of services that meet customer requirements.
- Develop excellent customer service skills
- Learn how to problem solve effectively
- Understand how to supervise and support
This apprenticeship is ideal for those that are new to workplace and facilities management, have a desire to work in the profession or that want a career change.
View the apprenticeship standard
The employer occupational brief is referred to in the Assessment plan for this standard
Apprenticeships include an independent end-point assessment to assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours across the standard. You will be assessed by online written test and competency-based interview.
Apprenticeships are a mix of on and off-the-job training. The off-the-job training must make up 20% of the apprenticeship.
Facilities manager
On completion of this apprenticeship you'll know how to manage a property’s facilities and deliver an exceptional service. You’ll complete risk assessments, manage budgets, and manage a team. You will also achieve an IWFM Level 4 Diploma as part of this apprenticeship.
- Develop knowledge to implement and maintain facilities
- Learn how to evaluate risk and manage business continuity
- Understand finances and how to procure goods and services
A Facilities Manager apprenticeship is ideal for individuals that enjoy leading as well as analytical thinkers that can and enjoy multi-tasking. The role requires prompt decision making and forward thinking.
View the apprenticeship standard
The employer occupational brief is referred to in the Assessment plan for this standard
Apprenticeships include an independent end-point assessment to assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours across the standard. You will be assessed by work based project, presentation and professional discussion.
Apprenticeships are a mix of on and off-the-job training. The off-the-job training must make up 20% of the apprenticeship.
Senior Facilities Management Degree
Upon completing this apprenticeship you'll know how to evaluate, strategise, implement and lead the facilities management function and adapt it in the interests of business productivity.
- Attain knowledge to develop and evaluate business continuity plans
- Learn how to lead and develop a workforce to manage assets
- Understand how to develop and implement strategy and policy
A level 6 apprenticeship is the most advanced available. It is best suited to professionals working at senior / strategic level or those progressing from the level 4 apprenticeship.
View the apprenticeship standard
The employer occupational brief is referred to in the Assessment plan for this standard
You will be assessed through a continuous on-programme assessment as well as a work-based project. You’ll also give a presentation to a professional panel, discussing your portfolio and log.
Apprenticeships are a mix of on and off-the-job training. The off-the-job training must make up 20% of the apprenticeship.
Looking for an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships for individuals
Are you are an individual looking for an apprenticeship? Search and apply for an apprenticeship in England through the GOV.UK 'find an apprenticeship' scheme. Find out more via the link below.
Apprenticeship training providers for employers
Are you are an employer looking for an apprenticeship training provider? Find out more via the link below.
Please note: If you want your employee to undertake an IWFM qualification as part of their apprenticeship, you will need to choose a training provider that is also an IWFM Recognised Centre, in which case please check that they also appear on the list available to download below.
Apprenticeship providers list level 2, 3 and 4
Apprenticeship providers list level 6
