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BCS IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards: the results

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Five of Kaplan’s very own apprentices were finalists for the British Computer Society (BCS) IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards 2024.

The esteemed awards are held by BCS to celebrate rising stars in the IT and Digital industries, particularly acknowledging the achievements of apprentices in all digital disciplines. Five of our apprentices were selected after a rigorous application process to be finalists in their nominated category.

Awards attendees - three people

Kaplan finalists

Five Kaplan apprentices celebrated their hard work and determination after being shortlisted in their nominated category. These were…

Alexander Quinlan, University of Liverpool - Business Analyst Apprentice of the Year

Sarah Burchall, Brookson LTD - Business Analyst Apprentice of the Year

James Chambers, DEFRA - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Michael Cheel, DEFRA - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Chloe Auger, C.I.KNOW - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Winners

The five apprentices shortlisted for the awards should be incredibly proud of themselves and their achievements.

Kaplan’s apprentice, James Chambers, won IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year 2024, and Michael Cheel followed with a special recognition for the same award.

Awards attendees - two men

Kaplan’s partnership with BCS

The British Computer Society is an industry leader in IT and digital. With over 70,000 members in 150 countries, they strive to ensure that working in the IT and digital sectors is safe and positive for everyone.

Due to their expertise, we have partnered with the BCS for the following apprenticeship programmes:

Business Analyst Apprenticeship Level 4

Kaplan apprentices on the Level 4 Business Analyst programme can receive the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis. This is an industry-recognised qualification, accredited by the BCS.

Digital Product Manager Apprenticeship Level 4

Apprentices studying with Kaplan on the Level 4 Digital Product Manager programme can receive the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Digital Product Management. This is specifically tailored to align with the BCS Practitioner Certificate standards and equips learners with the advanced knowledge and skills required for successful digital product management.

Feeling inspired?

If you are interested in boosting your career, gaining skills for life and potentially finding yourself as a finalist for the next BCS IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards 2024, browse our current vacancies or read more about how you can talk to your current employer about starting an apprenticeship.

If you are an employer and looking to upskill your team, browse our apprenticeship programmes and get in touch today.

Looking to upskill?

Find out more

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BCS IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards: the results

Awards montage

Five of Kaplan’s very own apprentices were finalists for the British Computer Society (BCS) IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards 2024.

The esteemed awards are held by BCS to celebrate rising stars in the IT and Digital industries, particularly acknowledging the achievements of apprentices in all digital disciplines. Five of our apprentices were selected after a rigorous application process to be finalists in their nominated category.

Awards attendees - three people

Kaplan finalists

Five Kaplan apprentices celebrated their hard work and determination after being shortlisted in their nominated category. These were…

Alexander Quinlan, University of Liverpool - Business Analyst Apprentice of the Year

Sarah Burchall, Brookson LTD - Business Analyst Apprentice of the Year

James Chambers, DEFRA - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Michael Cheel, DEFRA - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Chloe Auger, C.I.KNOW - IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year

Winners

The five apprentices shortlisted for the awards should be incredibly proud of themselves and their achievements.

Kaplan’s apprentice, James Chambers, won IT Infrastructure, Networks & Support Apprentice of the Year 2024, and Michael Cheel followed with a special recognition for the same award.

Awards attendees - two men

Kaplan’s partnership with BCS

The British Computer Society is an industry leader in IT and digital. With over 70,000 members in 150 countries, they strive to ensure that working in the IT and digital sectors is safe and positive for everyone.

Due to their expertise, we have partnered with the BCS for the following apprenticeship programmes:

Business Analyst Apprenticeship Level 4

Kaplan apprentices on the Level 4 Business Analyst programme can receive the BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis. This is an industry-recognised qualification, accredited by the BCS.

Digital Product Manager Apprenticeship Level 4

Apprentices studying with Kaplan on the Level 4 Digital Product Manager programme can receive the BCS Practitioner Certificate in Digital Product Management. This is specifically tailored to align with the BCS Practitioner Certificate standards and equips learners with the advanced knowledge and skills required for successful digital product management.

Feeling inspired?

If you are interested in boosting your career, gaining skills for life and potentially finding yourself as a finalist for the next BCS IT and Digital Apprenticeship Awards 2024, browse our current vacancies or read more about how you can talk to your current employer about starting an apprenticeship.

If you are an employer and looking to upskill your team, browse our apprenticeship programmes and get in touch today.

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