The Level 7 Archivist and Records Manager apprenticeship is a new technical training route into the archives sector in England and is equivalent to the Master’s degree typically required to become a qualified archivist. Each apprenticeship lasts 3 years (36 months) followed by a six-month end-point assessment period. By reducing the financial and academic barriers to becoming an archivist, the Level 7 Archivist and Records Manager apprenticeships are enabling a wider range of people to start a career in archives.
Read an overview of the Level 7 Archivist and Records Manager apprenticeships.
This guide to apprenticeships for employers has been produced by Sara Whybrew, a consultant with extensive experience of apprenticeships in the creative and cultural sectors.
See which archives already have an apprentice and learn more about current apprentices' experiences.