Apprenticeship - Level 3 Safety, Health and Environmental Technician Apprenticeship

This programme is designed for individuals who are passionate about creating safer, healthier and more environmentally responsible workplaces. Ideal for those who enjoy problem-solving, working with people and making a positive impact, the course develops the knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in health, safety and environmental management.

You will learn through a blend of workplace experience, practical projects, workshops, one-to-one coaching and independent study, allowing you to apply your learning directly in a real work environment. Alongside technical knowledge, you will develop confidence, communication, teamwork, leadership and critical thinking skills that are highly valued by employers across a wide range of industries.

Successful completion of the programme can open pathways into health and safety, environmental and compliance roles, as well as further professional development opportunities.

During this programme, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to support and improve safety, health and environmental performance within an organisation. Topics typically include:

Health and safety legislation, regulations and compliance

Risk assessment and hazard identification

Incident reporting and investigation

Workplace inspections and audits

Occupational health and wellbeing

Environmental management and sustainability

Fire safety and emergency procedures

Data collection, analysis and reporting

Developing and delivering training and briefings

Influencing positive behaviours and safety culture

Project management and continuous improvement

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Professional ethics and organisational responsibility

Throughout the programme, you will apply your learning in the workplace, gaining practical experience while developing problem-solving, communication, leadership and decision-making skills that are valued by employers across a wide range of industries.

This programme is delivered primarily in the workplace, allowing you to learn and apply your knowledge in a real working environment. You will take part in regular one-to-one coaching sessions, progress reviews and guided learning activities with your trainer.

Learning is typically delivered through a combination of:

• Online workshops and training sessions delivered via Microsoft Teams

• One-to-one coaching and mentoring sessions

• Workplace-based learning and practical activities

• Independent study and research

• Professional discussions and portfolio development

Learners should expect to dedicate regular time each week to both taught sessions and independent learning. Attendance at all scheduled training, review meetings and assessment activities is expected to support successful completion of the programme.

Delivery Pattern: Flexible delivery model combining workplace learning with scheduled online sessions via Microsoft Teams. S Specific training days and times will be confirmed with your employer and training provider at enrolment.

Assessment takes place throughout the programme using a range of practical, work-based methods that demonstrate your knowledge, skills and behaviours in the workplace. Assessment methods may include:

• Portfolio evidence gathered from workplace activities

• Work-based projects and improvement initiatives

• Professional discussions

• Workplace observations

• Written assignments, reports and reflective accounts

• Progress reviews with your employer and training provider

You will complete the required apprenticeship assessments as outlined within the apprenticeship assessment plan, allowing you to demonstrate occupational competence through a combination of practical application and professional knowledge.

Learners should typically be employed in a role that allows them to develop and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours of a Safety, Health and Environment Technician.

Support from your employer to complete the apprenticeship

English and Maths at Level 2 or GCSE Grade 9-4.

Initial skills assessments may also be required.

The skills gained through this programme can support career progression into senior leadership, digital transformation, innovation, operations and strategic management roles, helping organisations maximise the benefits of emerging technologies and AI-driven change.

Successful completion of the Safety, Health and Environment Technician apprenticeship can provide progression opportunities into more senior health, safety and environmental roles, as well as further professional qualifications.

You could progress to:

• Level 6 Occupational Health and Safety Professional Apprenticeship

• NEBOSH National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Management Professionals

• Environmental management and sustainability qualifications

• Professional membership and development with IOSH and other relevant professional bodies

• Higher-level management and leadership programmes

These progression routes can support career development into roles such as Health and Safety Advisor, SHE Manager, Environmental Manager, Compliance Manager or Occupational Health and Safety Professional.