Upskill with a funded Level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship Programme
Designed for professionals already managing projects, this programme sharpens skills, boosts leadership capabilities, and enhances career prospects.
See if you qualify
This Level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship is designed for employed professionals to build the project management knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours needed to confidently support and deliver successful projects — equipping individuals with real-world insights and best practices to progress their careers.
4 Level
15 Mth + EPA Duration
Workplace Location
95-100% Funded. Do you qualify?
This apprenticeship programme can be funded through the Apprenticeship Levy or through government co-investment.
To apply for this apprenticeship, you must meet the following criteria:
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✅Employed in a role that requires some management of project
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✅ 16+ years of age
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✅ Have a right to work in the UK
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✅ Have lived in the country for the last 3 years consecutively
What skills will I gain?
Participants will build competence and confidence in core project management areas, including:
> Project planning, scheduling and delivery
> Stakeholder communication and collaboration people
> Managing risk, issues and change within projects
> Supporting budgets, resources and quality standards
> Problem-solving and informed decision-making in project environments
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Who this apprenticeship is for
Designed for individuals who are already working with projects or regularly involved in project-related responsibilities, this apprenticeship helps to support and deliver successful projects in the workplace.
It’s particularly relevant for those in roles such as:
- > Assistant Project Manager
- > Junior Project Manager
- > Project Coordinator
- > Project Support Officer
- > Team Leader with project related responsibilities
👉 Important: To apply for this apprenticeship, individuals must be in paid employment. This apprenticeship combines workplace learning with formal training, so employment is a requirement to take part.
Why choose this apprenticeship?
✅Fully funded through the apprenticeship levy or government support
✅ 86% Qualification Achievement Rate (QAR) - above the national average of 51.5%
✅ Project Management Qualification Pass Rate exceeds the national benchmark
✅ Practical, real-world project management skills applied to live workplace projects
✅ Delivered by an APM (Association for Project Management)-certified provider
✅ Opportunity to work towards the APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
✅ APM Student Membership included, giving access to resources and networks
✅ Flexible delivery using online learning to reduce workplace disruption
✅ Dedicated support from expert tutors and skills coaches throughout
✅ Develops confident project professionals who add immediate business value

Q: Do I have to be employed already?
A: Yes — this apprenticeship combines workplace learning with training, so you must be in paid employment and involved in project work.
Sound like you? Apply now“I really liked the challenge of getting to grips with new content. It was so rewarding to see my understanding grow, especially when I passed the exam - it showed how far I’d come. The course gave me insight into how projects are run across the organisation. That knowledge is invaluable in my current role as a risk manager.”
Tanya Sims, Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S)
The APM Apprenticeship Programme has strengthened our project teams by developing fresh talent and enhancing delivery. Realise has been a supportive, aligned partner—creating real value for our apprentices and Computacenter.
Ashley Keane, Early Careers Consultant, Computacenter


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Ready to get started?
Please only apply if you are currently in an employed role with project management responsibilities.
Our team can provide guidance on further entry requirements, eligibility and funding options.