Level 4 User Centred Design

Accelerate Career Growth: Undertaking the Level 4 User Centred Design Apprenticeship will fast-track career development by gaining invaluable hands-on experience alongside theoretical knowledge. Apprentices will be equipped with the tools to excel as a user centred designer and make a difference in any organisation.

Industry-Recognised Certification: Upon successful completion of this programme, apprentices will earn a prestigious industry-recognised certification, providing them with a competitive edge in the job market. Employers value the skills and expertise gained through this apprenticeship, opening doors to exciting opportunities.

Practical and Real-World Learning: Our programme emphasises practical, real-world learning. Apprentices will practice skills in a classroom environment and be able to apply the teaching within the workplace, collaborating with experienced colleagues who will guide the apprentice through every step of the process.

Tailored Curriculum: Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to meet the demands of the user centred design sector. Apprentices will cover essential topics such as ethical principles in user centred design, plan, deliver and manage a user centred design research project, service design, content design, interaction design, user research, user centred design in an Agile context, bilingualism in user interactions, sustainability development and global citizenship in user centred design and professionalism.

Experienced and Knowledgeable Advisors: Throughout the apprenticeship, we will provide access to a network of experienced advisors who will provide guidance, support, and feedback. Apprentices will learn from industry experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience across the digital sector.

This apprenticeship is made up of a combination of mandatory units and optional units. We will work with you to decide which optional modules are most suited to you and your job role.

Units include:

• Ethical Principles in User Centred Design (UCD)
• Content Design
• Interaction Design
• User Research
• Bilingualism in User Interactions
• Sustainability Development and Global Citizenship in User Centred Design

and many more.

• Typical duration of 24 months.
• Induction session for apprentices and for their line managers.
• Full day core technical skills and knowledge workshops.
• Additional workshops to support optional unit choices.
• Supported by self-study online resources.
• One to One tutor coaching and assessment support sessions
• 4 Essential skills assessment days. (2 Preparation days and 2 Live Task days)
• 2 hour long essential skills confirmatory tests.

Essential Skills activities are not applicable to apprentices with exemptions.

• Apprenticeship Level 4 Diploma in User Centred Design
• Level 2 Essential Skills in Application of Number
• Level 2 Essential Skills in Communication

Essential skills may not be applicable where apprentices can show an exemption