Course description
Software Developer Level 4 Apprenticeship
Software developers are at the heart of modern technology. They are responsible for creating digital systems, apps and websites while working in a team of developers, or owning parts of a larger project, for internal or external deployment. A key part of this involves ensuring their code is secure, free from bugs and tested prior to release. This can be crucial towards the success of clients and the services provided by your organisation. The Software Developer Apprenticeship is aligned with professional qualifications, providing organisations with a more competent and qualified workforce, while increasing employee motivation, enhancing job prospects and wellbeing.Do you work at this organisation and want to update this page?
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Upcoming start dates
1 start date available
Suitability - Who should attend?
Set by individual employers, but must include one of the following:
- A minimum of five GCSEs grade A – C (9 – 4 on the new grading system), or
- A Level 3 qualification achieved by one of the following: A levels, NVQ/SVQ Level 3, or a BTEC National
Applicants must be employed in a relevant role to apply.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What will your employees learn?
- How to program in Java
- Working towards certificate of Java SE 8 programmer
- Object orientated programming in Java
- Understanding of data types, arrays, loops and conditions
- Inheritance and polymorphism in Java
- Organising of large projects
- System development life cycles such as Agile, Waterfall etc.
- Understanding the process of a requirements analysis
- Database design Testing and quality assurance of work
- Team structure, organisation and understanding different roles and responsibilities
Skills and Behaviours
- The ability to collect and analyse information to problem-solve and inform decisions. This ensures future effectiveness and prevents issue recurrence. Developing a workforce of analytical minds and problem solvers who understand the root cause and supplement their technical knowledge with a systematic process to tackle problems
- To approach problem solving and decision making with logical thinking and creativity
- Work independently and taking accountability. Employees will develop a broad skill set to become self-aware, self-motivated and have the ability to self-regulate to ensure organisational goals are met
- Ability to build trusted and sustainable relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders by displaying empathy and sharing knowledge and experience
- To become a proactive self-starter who demonstrates initiative and acts on spotting new opportunities
- Improve efficiency and effectiveness through consistently applying a thorough and organised approach to every task at hand
- Ability to communicate effectively and adapt in a variety of situations such as when faced with challenges of change
- Maintain productive, professional and secure working environment
Qualification achieved
Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeship
Training Course Content
Months 1-2
- Induction and Digital Behaviours
Months 3-4
- Software Development Methodologies
Months 5-7
- Python
Months 8-10
- Java
Months 11-12
- Web Development
Months 15-16
- End Point Assessment.
Course delivery details
- All BPP technology programmes are available online live, providing ultimate flexibility and efficiency for your business
- There are five modules delivered via weekly live lectures using our award-winning Adobe Connect classroom (sessions are also available on-demand and are between 1.5 and 3 hours in duration)
- E-learning content that includes video lectures, digital reading and case studies delivered on the BPP learning platform
- Monthly one-to-one meetings with their dedicated Coach
- Learners are required to demonstrate the ongoing application of skills to their job role and build a portfolio of evidence that supports their professional development throughout the duration of the programme
- Quarterly online coaching clinics which offer the opportunity for employees to ask questions, hear from technical experts and share ideas amongst their peer group on how to tackle their portfolio
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