AI Champion
Level 4
AI Champions move organisations from experimentation to real, measurable impact. This 13-month apprenticeship develops the skills to lead AI transformation from within.
Programme at a glance
- Duration
- 13 months + 3 months EPA
- Delivery
- Remote — national intake
- Format
- 1:1 mentoring + small group sessions
- Off-the-job
- Min 6 hours per week
- Levy employers
- £350 co-investment (gov funds 95%)
- Non-levy (under 50 staff)
- Up to 100% government funded
What you'll learn
A structured 13-month curriculum built around real workplace projects.
Foundations
- Introduction to AI in Business
- AI & Data Fundamentals
- AI Ethics & Responsible AI
Business Analysis
- Organisational Evaluation
- Business Needs Identification
- AI Opportunity Mapping
Implementation
- AI Solution Design
- Stakeholder Management
- Change Management Strategy
Scale & Impact
- Scaling AI Across Organisations
- ROI Measurement
- End-Point Assessment Prep
After you graduate
Career outcomes
- AI & Automation Specialist
- Automation Practitioner
- Digital Transformation Coordinator
- Process Improvement Specialist
- Data Engineer
- Progression to Level 5+ AI studies
Before you start
Entry requirements
- Aged 18 or over
- Right to work/live in the UK
- Employed in a relevant role (min 30 hrs/week)
- Not enrolled in another government-funded programme
- Maths & English Level 2 (or willing to achieve)
Ready to become an AI Champion?
Multiple start dates available. Register your interest and we'll be in touch within 2 working days.