Cloud computing apprenticeships
Upskilling with cloud apprenticeships enables you to build future‑ready teams capable of harnessing hybrid cloud platforms, driving agility, and reducing costs.
Our Cloud Apprenticeship programmes
Our cloud apprenticeship programmes benefit from a flexible and blended learning journey, helping you apply cloud solutions to a range of real-life scenarios – gaining valuable workplace skills faster. We are the most experienced authorised training provider for AWS in the UK and we support Microsoft Get On, Microsoft’s five-year initiative to help 300,000 connect to tech job opportunities
Cloud Network Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship
Course summary
The Cloud Networking Level 3 programme equips your organisation with core skills to specialise in cloud systems, resolve IT issues efficiently, and drive agility and operational excellence.
Microsoft Azure Cloud Support Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship
Course summary
This programme equips your organisation with core skills to specialise in cloud systems, resolve IT issues efficiently, and drive agility and operational excellence.
AWS Cloud Support Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship
Course summary
The AWS Cloud Support Specialist apprenticeship equips learners with an essential foundation in cloud computing, preparing them for first-line IT support roles.
Microsoft Apprenticeships
QA is proud to be supporting Microsoft’s five-year initiative to help 2.5 million people gain the skills needed for the AI economy and help 300,000 connect to tech job opportunities.
AWS Apprenticeships
QA is the most experienced authorised training provider for AWS in the UK, offering courses and certifications to keep you up to date with all the latest technologies and developments.
Apprenticeship testimonials and learner stories
“We’ve been blown away with the quality of the candidates that have been put in front of us. If these candidates are representative of the level of the capabilities that are coming out of the schools in Scotland I think we are in an extremely good place as a nation and a tech nation for the future.”
“We’re creating a level playing field with QA. We can bring employees in from stores and build up their foundations in data. We have amazing opportunities in our technology team, like consumer analytics.”
“We chose QA because of their ability to tailor apprenticeship programmes to suit our specific needs.”
“We highly recommend apprenticeship programmes to any businesses that have yet to explore this opportunity.”
“Apprenticeships are a good opportunity for individuals looking to make a career in IT. We see apprenticeships as investing in young people. We like the idea of growing our own talent within the company. This gives them a good grounding on learning, and gives us time to make sure they are the right people for our company.”
“We did not expect apprentices to move into core roles so quickly!”
Abdullah's Story - Data Analytics Apprentice
Abdullah tried different paths in college before choosing a Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship. Inspired by his cousins, he took this route to gain hands-on experience, earn while learning, and build a tech career. The apprenticeship also introduced him to the property industry, giving him valuable experience in a new field.
Why QA
AI skills. Built in.
AI is for everyone, not just technical teams. Every QA apprenticeship includes Microsoft Copilot training for every learner, at no extra cost, delivering AI readiness that benefits your entire organisation.
Flexible durations
Our apprenticeship programme timelines are not set in stone – flexible options for Level 3-5 apprenticeships deliver the skills you need, when you need them. Talk to our experts to find out more.
Learn more about Cloud apprenticeships
How do I hire a cloud apprentice?
If you’re looking to hire a cloud apprentice, or you’re interested in one of our AWS or Azure apprenticeship schemes, talk to our team to discuss your requirements.
We work with organisations across the UK, helping them to close their skills gaps by connecting them with top tech talent. Learn more about to hire an apprentice here.
Why do businesses need specialists in cloud computing?
Cloud professionals can support businesses with some of the most critical challenges that they are currently racing. With the rapid emergence of AI, adopting cloud and bridging the cloud skills gap has become even more important.
By investing in cloud talent and cloud skills, businesses can drive innovation, increase productivity and stay competitive in an ever-evolving landscape. As AI continues to evolve and integrate, organisations are only going to need cloud specialists more and more in the future.
Why become a cloud computing apprentice?
Cloud professionals are some of the most in-demand talent in the world right now. This exciting career path gives the opportunity to work with leading technology, such as AWS and Microsoft Azure, and can open the door to a future in the tech-industry.
Becoming a cloud apprentice provides individuals with knowledge of core networking principles, the ins and outs of cloud and hybrid network architectures, as well as DevOps methodologies and fundamentals of databases and data migration.
Alongside, you can also discover our IT apprenticeships and DevOps apprenticeship opportunities.
What does a career in cloud computing look like?
Cloud is an evolving field, with a number of routes and career paths. An apprenticeship in cloud computing, could lead to specialised roles as AWS or Azure Cloud Engineers, or other important positions, such as Network Support Technician, Network Operative and IT Field Technician.
Cloud Security is another specialism that is increasingly in demand, and AI Engineers are one of the fastest growing and most in-demand job roles in the market. A career in cloud computing is one where you’ll be focused on problem solving, working with the latest tech, and taking on a vital role for the future of business architecture.
What skills will I develop as a cloud apprentice?
As a cloud apprentice, you’ll learn first-hand about cloud networking, including network addressing, cloud virtualisation and cloud security. You’ll also learn about the principles, hardware and protocols involved with being a cloud professional.
You’ll learn technical content that is fully aligned to employers and the market, whilst training with the largest and leading provider for both Microsoft and AWS.
Why choose QA for cloud apprenticeship training?
QA is a leading provider of cloud apprenticeships in the UK, offering a number of programmes in partnership with Microsoft and AWS. These partnerships allow us to provide learners with a wealth of online and instructor-led learning, all delivered by our team of specialist cloud trainers.
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