Nuclear Technician Level 5
- 36 months (depending on employer) plus End Point Assessment
- Level 5
Overview:
As a Nuclear Technician you will gain a good technical understanding of processes and procedures for the day-to-day operational requirements of nuclear facilities.
Entry Requirements:
Must be aged 18+ years and hold a minimum of 96 UCAS points (equivalent to the previous rating of 240). This total can have been gained either at ‘A’-level in appropriate STEM subjects, or, alternatively, a National Certificate at Level 3 (such as BTEC) either in Science or Engineering. In addition, prospective candidates must have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grades 9 to 4 (equivalent to the previous GCSE A* to C grades) and which include maths, English and a science subject.
What will I study?
Learners undertaking this apprenticeship will cover as minimum:
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Principles of Science and Engineering
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Working in the Nuclear Industry
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Business & Project Management
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Being a Good Employee
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Research Analysis and Data Presentation
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Quality Management and Technical Uncertainty
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Scenario Based - Problem Solving, Decision Making & Report Writing
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Contributing to Society and the Wider Economy
What qualifications will I achieve?
On successful completion of this apprenticeship learners will achieve:
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Apprenticeship in Nuclear Technician
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Level 2 in English and Maths (if not already achieved)
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Note: If you are interested in working for Sellafield Ltd please apply direct via the Sellafield Ltd website.