Description
Build AI and automation solutions that make work smarter
Learn how to identify opportunities for automation, design AI-powered solutions, and deliver real business improvements through practical, hands-on application.

Key facts
- Level: 4
- Duration: 12 months learning, followed by 3 months assessment
- Delivery: Online with supported learning
- Assessment: End-point assessment
- Start dates: Bi-Monthly
- Qualifications Earned: Level 4 AI Automation Specialist Apprenticeship, AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals, PL-200: Microsoft Power Platform
Who it’s for
You do not need to be a automation expert to apply.
This programme is a good fit if you:
- Already work with processes, data or digital tools
- Are curious about AI and automation
- Enjoy problem-solving and improving how work gets done
- Want to develop technical capability in a growing area
- Are interested in digital transformation, automation or AI-focused careers
- Have support from your line manager to commit to 3 hours of weekly webinars and 3 hours of in-role development
What you’ll be doing
This is not theory. You’ll learn by doing.
- Identifying opportunities to automate manual processes
- Designing and deploying AI-enabled workflows
- Using AI tools to solve business challenges
- Improving efficiency, accuracy and productivity
- Measuring the impact of automation initiatives
- Supporting teams to adopt new ways of working
What you’ll learn
You’ll build practical, in-demand skills you can use straight away:
- AI and automation fundamentals
- Generative AI applications
- Workflow design and process automation
- Process analysis and optimisation
- Testing and performance measurement
- Responsible and trustworthy AI practices
- Change adoption and stakeholder engagement
- Continuous improvement techniques
Where this could lead
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Not sure if this is right for you?
We’ll help you find the right fit.
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