Apprenticeships

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Apprenticeships

Unlocking Potential: Shortened application routes to become a Registered Environmental Technician (REnvTech), Practitioner (REnvP) or Entry-Level Environmentalist (ELEnv)

Apprentices

Lead the Change. Shape a Sustainable Future.

Training Providers

Boost apprenticeship outcomes and secure positive post-apprenticeship destination

Assessment Organisations

Delivering opportunities of professional & career development beyond the apprenticeship

Employers

Invest in the Future - Empower the Next Generation of Environmental Professionals

brown wheat field

ELEnv

Agriculture – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - SCQF Levels 5 & 6 (see details re. eligible pathways)

a man climbing up a tree in the forest

REnvTech

Arboriculturist Level 4

ST0921 - Version 1.0 - Starts 14/09/2021 to present

a person wearing a helmet and climbing a tree

ELEnv

Arborist Level 2

ST0223 Versions 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2 - Starts from 27/06/17 to present

bulb photography

REnvTech

Community Energy Specialist Level 4

ST0092- Versions 1.0 & 1.1 - Starts from 27/02/18 to present

architectural photography of glass building

REnvTech

Construction Design & Build Technician Level 4

ST0043 - Version 1.1 - Starts from 15/03/2024 to present

a person sitting at a table with a laptop

REnvTech

Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Level 4

ST0934 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 20/05/2021 to present

REnvTech

Countryside Ranger Level 4

ST0926 - Versions 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 - Starts from 07/08/20 to present

a rock formation in the middle of a field

ELEnv

Countryside Worker Level 2

ST0408 version 1.0 - Starts from 03/02/20 to present

architectural photography of modern building

REnvP

Design & Construction Management Level 6

ST0044 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 27/09/2019

honey bee, bee, flowers, flower background, insect, tansy, yellow flowers, bloom, plant, meadow, nature, flower wallpaper, summer, beautiful flowers, closeup, world bee day

REnvP

Ecologist Level 7

ST0577 - Versions 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 - Starts from 28/06/2019 to present

graphical user interface, website

ELEnv

Energy Management Level 3

Wales - Level 3 ACW Framework No: FR05069

landscape photography of grass field with windmills under orange sunset

REnvTech

Energy Manager Level 3

ST0161- Versions 1.1 and 1.2 - Starts from 28/07/22 to present

REnvP

Environmental Practitioner Level 6

ST0778 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts 14/06/2019 to present

brown trees on forest during daytime

REnvTech

Forest Craftsperson Level 3

ST1321 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 18/08/22 to present

brown log lot at daytime

REnvTech

Forestry Works Manager Level 4

ST1427 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 19/02/25 to present

REnvP

Geoscientist Level 6

ST1356 - Version 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 16/10/2023 to present

purple flowers near gray concrete castle during daytime

ELEnv

Horticulture – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - SCQF Levels 5 & 6

a field of purple flowers in a park

REnvP

Horticulture & Landscape Technical Manager Level 5

ST0924 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 28/09/21 to present

a lake surrounded by mountains under a cloudy sky

ELEnv

Land & Nature – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - SCQF Levels 5 & 6

heating, warmth, energy, heat, heating costs, radiator, thermostat, heating system, heating, radiator, radiator, radiator, radiator, radiator, thermostat, heating system

REnvTech

Low Carbon Heating Technician Level 3

ST1020 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 09/08/23 to present

crushed assorted beverage cans lot

ELEnv

Metal Recycling General Operative Level 2

ST0507 Versions 1.0 & 1.1 - Starts from 07/08/2018 to present

Glowing green specks float against a dark background.

ELEnv

Nuclear Operative Level 2

ST0291 versions 1.0 & 1.1 - Starts from 22/01/18 to present

REnvP

Professional Arboriculturist Level 6

ST0922 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 12/11/2021 to present

brown and white tree trunk

REnvP

Professional Forester Level 6

ST0923 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts 24/08/2022 to present

green plant sprouting at daytime

REnvP

Soil Scientist Level 7

ST1362 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 26/10/23 to present

a man sitting in front of a laptop computer

REnvP

Sustainability Business Specialist Level 7

ST0748 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 21/05/20 to 13/05/25

four assorted-color trash bins beside gray wall

ELEnv

Sustainable Resource Management – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - SCQF Level 5

ELEnv

Sustainable Resource Management Level 3

Northern Ireland - RQF Level 3

green white and brown textile

ELEnv

Sustainable Resource Operations and Management

Wales - Levels 2, 3 and 4 ACW Framework No: FR03105

green pine trees under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

ELEnv

Trees and Timber – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - SCQF Levels 5 & 6

wood slice

ELEnv

Trees and Timber Level 2

Wales - Level 2 ACW Framework No: FRO5038v2

underwater photography of water bubbles

REnvTech

Water Environment Worker Level 3

ST0767 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 30/09/2019 to present

pouring water on person's hands

ELEnv

Water Industry – Modern Apprenticeship

Scotland - Levels SCQF 5 and 6

blue and white water splash

REnvTech

Water Industry Network Technician Level 3

ST1292 - Version 1.0 - Starts from 13/09/22 to present

an overhead view of a street with a lot of water

REnvTech

Water Industry Treatment Process Technician Level 3

ST1291 - Versions 1.0 and 1.1 - Starts from 13/09/22 to present

a blue pipe laying on top of a pile of dirt

ELEnv

Water Network Operative Level 2

ST0898 versions 1.0, 1.1 and 1.2 - Starts from 17/06/2020

a close-up of a wave

ELEnv

Water Process Operative Level 2

ST0876 version 1.0 - Starts from 24/08/2020

Insights

A path made out of rocks in the water

In Blog // 8 Jun 2026

Supporting accessibility and professional growth – the role of the Entry-Level Environmentalist register

Written by Tom Cheek – SocEnv Introduction If you’re studying, training, teaching, or supporting others into environmental careers, you’ll already be seeing a growing focus on developing environmental knowledge alongside the professional skills needed in the workplace. There is also an increasing emphasis on embedding environmental sustainability across a much wider range of sectors. We […]

In Short Article // 21 May 2026

From learning to leadership: how apprentices and educators can engage with climate action

Article by Charlotte Bonner | Chief Executive of EAUC – The Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges Across post-16 education and industry, it’s increasingly recognised that early-career voices are essential to accelerating climate action. As the UK advances its green skills agenda and employers seek people who can navigate both technical and sustainability […]

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