Laboratory and Science Technician Apprenticeship (Level 2)

What type of work will I do and what qualifications will I gain?

• Follow health and safety procedures for scientific or technical
• Use information recordings systems for scientific or technical activities
• Maintain effective and efficient working relationships for scientific or technical activity

You will also have the opportunity to choose from the below units:

• Carry out simple scientific or technical tests using manual equipment
• Carry out simple scientific or technical tests using automated equipment
• Prepare scientific or technical samples for testing activities
• Carry out sampling operations for scientific or technical tests
• Carry out routine maintenance, cleaning and checking of scientific or technical equipment
• Maintain stocks of resources, equipment and consumables for scientific or technical use
• Prepare compounds and solutions for scientific or technical use
• Following aseptic procedures in the laboratory environment

You will also gain the following qualifications:

• Knowledge Qualification - Level 2 Certificate in Laboratory Technical Skills
• Competence Qualification - Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities
• Employee Rights and Responsibilities
• Level 1 Functional Skills Maths
• Level 1 Functional Skills English
• Level 1 Functional Skills ICT

What skills and qualities will I need for this apprenticeship?

• Excellent communications skills
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge
• Ability to work within a team and on own initiative
• Good practical and technical skills
• Methodical approach to your work
• Ability to organise your workload and meet deadlines