This apprenticeship prepares learners to support the protection, understanding and management of historic places, working within organisations such as local authorities, heritage bodies, conservation organisations or planning teams. Apprentices develop a strong foundation in heritage legislation, research methods and the assessment of historic significance while learning how to provide accurate and informed advice.
Training combines workplace experience with structured off-the-job learning to build knowledge of historic building types, archaeological principles, landscape heritage and the planning processes that guide conservation. Learners practise evaluating documentation, preparing reports, carrying out site visits and engaging with community stakeholders, all while applying professional standards and ethical considerations.
By the end of the programme, apprentices will be able to interpret heritage information, support the decision-making of senior specialists, communicate effectively with stakeholders and contribute to the sustainable management and preservation of historic environments.
Topics may include:
This apprenticeship prepares learners to support the protection, understanding and management of historic places, working within organisations such as local authorities, heritage bodies, conservation organisations or planning teams. Apprentices develop a strong foundation in heritage legislation, research methods and the assessment of historic significance while learning how to provide accurate and informed advice.
Training combines workplace experience with structured off-the-job learning to build knowledge of historic building types, archaeological principles, landscape heritage and the planning processes that guide conservation. Learners practise evaluating documentation, preparing reports, carrying out site visits and engaging with community stakeholders, all while applying professional standards and ethical considerations.
By the end of the programme, apprentices will be able to interpret heritage information, support the decision-making of senior specialists, communicate effectively with stakeholders and contribute to the sustainable management and preservation of historic environments.
Topics may include:
On completion, learners may progress into roles such as heritage assistant, conservation support officer, planning technical officer or historic environment technician. Suitable progression routes include the Level 7 historic environment adviser apprenticeship, degree-level study in heritage management, archaeology, conservation or planning, or specialist training in architectural conservation, building surveying or museum practice. Longer-term opportunities may include heritage consultant, conservation officer or planning adviser roles.
GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above is desired and you must also have secured suitable employment in a professional kitchen before starting the apprenticeship, as on-the-job training is essential to the programme.
The course fee is £500.00* per year of study.
For more information regarding course fees, please read our 'Fees and Funding' page.
*Fees are subject to review annually. The fees for existing students may be increased annually in line with the Retail Price Index.