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Building the talent of the future
UK businesses are facing a growing gap between the need to adopt AI and automation, and having people with the right skills to make it happen.
Our fully-funded Microsoft-approved apprenticeships in AI, Cloud and Data enable companies to maximise the impact of the latest tech and also help young people from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds access AI skills.
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“If you give people the right tools, they'll surprise you with what is possible”
Microsoft believes AI skills are now “a licence to participate” in the economy, yet many smaller businesses are struggling to access the skills needed to adopt AI effectively. Meanwhile too many young people – and disadvantaged regions – remain disconnected from the opportunities offered by AI.
Microsoft and QA are committed to supporting the UK Government's AI Skills Boost initiative, which aims to upskill 10 million workers in AI by 2030.
We're helping organisations build AI capability while opening pathways from diverse backgrounds into sustainable tech careers and revitalising disadvantaged regions with AI-driven growth.
“We will only make a success of AI if everyone has the skills, confidence, and equal opportunity to participate in it.”
Darren Hardman – CEO, Microsoft UK & Ireland
Microsoft AI apprenticeships
The Digital & AI Support apprenticeship brings together AI, Microsoft Copilot, and broader digital skills to provide support and advice to users across a wide range of applications.
Develop the capability to deploy intelligent AI solutions to streamline workflows, eliminate repetitive tasks, and unlock actionable insights – grounded in ethical AI and automation.
Microsoft data apprenticeships
Microsoft Data Essentials Level 3
The Data Essentials Level 3 Programme transforms data citizens into data specialists by building analytical confidence and accelerating skills in data literacy, visualisation, and storytelling.
Data Analyst with Power BI Level 4
The Data Analyst Level 4 programme equips organisations with critical skills for effective data analysis, applying statistics and modelling to improve predictions and unlock valuable business insights.
Data Engineer Level 5 covers the in-demand knowledge and skills crucial for the proficient design, development, and management of complex data systems.
Microsoft cloud apprenticeships
The QA view
How England can create more inclusive growth in an AI-enabled economy, by strengthening the connections between employers, education providers, civic institutions, technology partners, and communities.
“London’s plans to prepare workers for AI-driven change reflect what QA’s analysis of AI readiness across UK sectors has found: AI adoption is accelerating, but workforce skills, confidence, and capability aren’t keeping pace.”
“The government is signalling that AI skills matter. With AI adoption and workforce capability central to its growth agenda, and Prime Minister Andy Burnham being a long-standing advocate for skills and technical education, the direction of travel is clear.”
Transparity apprenticeships
More than a training programme
How Transparity is helping people build careers through apprenticeships, opportunity, and long-term talent development.
Tom and Jamie's experience
How do the skills learned on an apprenticeship tie into day-to-day roles?
Jamie and Tom share their experiences of undertaking the AI & Automation apprenticeship alongside their careers, including why they chose AI, how they're applying what they learn at work, and how their roles are beginning to change as a result.
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If you're an individual interested in starting an apprenticeship, you can get in touch with us via our apprenticeship platform.
Frequently asked questions
How do I hire an apprentice?
From funding options to apprenticeship levels, there are lots of things to consider when hiring your first apprentice.
Our employer's hiring guide gives you everything you need to know about starting an apprenticeship programme, including how to identify your skills gaps, how to choose an apprenticeship provider and the different funding options available.
Get in touch with our expert team to get started on your apprenticeship journey.
What are the benefits of employing an apprentice?
There are many ways that organisations can benefit from hiring an apprentice. Choosing an apprentice can help to accelerate growth by closing skills gaps in in-demand specialisms, such as cloud computing, cyber security, data and AI. Apprentices are also a cost-effective way to bring in new talent.
How are apprenticeships funded?
In the UK, apprenticeships are funded through the government backed scheme, the growth and skills levy. This fully-funded method of training supports organisations in the new hiring and training of apprentices.
What is the apprenticeship levy?
The Apprenticeship Levy is a government initiative that provides businesses with dedicated funding for the hiring and training of apprentices. It's an affordable way to bring in new talent and fill digital skills gaps in your organisation.
It is one of the most cost-effective ways for businesses to deliver an employee training programme, offering funding in return for programmes aligned to training in the most in-demand skills.
Which roles can QA train apprentices for?
We specialise in digital and tech apprenticeships, and offer programmes a wide range of specialisms. Our apprenticeships are aligned to the skills organisations need most, such as our Data Analyst Level 4, Cyber Security Engineer Level 4 and Cloud Network Specialist Level 3 programmes.