Programme Overview
18-month programme + End Point Assessment | Nationally recognised qualification
Fully funded – there’s no cost to you as a learner. You’ll earn a real salary in a paid, full-time role from day one.
This programme develops the essential project management skills and knowledge to support project delivery across a wide range of industries. You’ll learn how to plan, organise, lead teams, manage risks, and communicate effectively to ensure projects meet their goals on time and within budget.
Who It’s For
This apprenticeship is perfect for aspiring project professionals who want to build a solid foundation in managing projects and teams. Whether you’re new to project management or already working in a support role, this programme will help you develop the skills to progress your career.
”Successful projects require strong organisation, clear communication, and adaptable leadership. In this programme, you’ll master the tools and techniques that make projects run smoothly - and become a valuable asset to any project team.
Skills You’ll Build & What You’ll Learn
What You'll Learn
- Differences between projects and business-as-usual work
- Project governance, structures, and lifecycle approaches
- Stakeholder management and communication techniques
- Risk, issue, and change control management
- Resource planning, budgeting, and scheduling
- Quality management and project evaluation
- Ethical and sustainable project management practices
- Use of project management software and digital tools
Skills You’ll Build
- Planning, monitoring, and reporting project progress
- Engaging and influencing stakeholders and teams
- Resolving conflict and negotiating project outcomes
- Applying change control and configuration management
- Analysing project risks and implementing mitigation plans
- Preparing and maintaining project documentation
- Using data to make informed project decisions
- Collaborating across teams and delivering project objectives
Qualification & Accreditation
You’ll earn the Associate Project Manager Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification.
You may also complete Level 2 Maths & English Functional Skills, if required.
Upon starting, apprentices can register as Student Members of the Association for Project Management (APM), progressing to Associate Membership upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Full APM membership is achievable through further experience and professional development.
What the Programme Looks Like
A practical, blended learning experience designed to integrate with your work:
What You Will Experience
- Monthly coaching sessions led by project management experts
- 6 hours per week of off-the-job training
- Interactive workshops and real-world case studies
- Continuous 1:1 mentoring and support
- Online learning, reflection, and progress tracking via our platform
- Hands-on, on-the-job application of project management techniques
- Final End Point Assessment (EPA) to demonstrate your capability
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
You can also progress to higher-level project management qualifications or specialise in areas such as Agile, risk management, or programme management.
Your Experience as a Futurist
At Diverse Futures, you’re not just starting a programme – you’re joining a movement. As a Futurist, you’ll grow in confidence, build skills that last, and be part of a community that believes in making a difference.
You’ll get access to enrichment opportunities, inspiring events, and a network of peers and alumni who’ve got your back. We’re a proud B Corp with a mission to open doors – and keep them open for those coming up behind.
With safeguarding and wellbeing built into every step, you’ll grow in a place that’s safe, supportive, and serious about your future.
Why Employers Choose Diverse Futures
Unlock your Team’s Potential:
- Apprentices bring fresh energy and enthusiasm that lifts team morale and sparks innovation.
- Hiring apprentices helps build a loyal, skilled workforce tailored to your company’s needs.
- Fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy – no extra cost to your business.
Programme-Specific Benefits:
- Equip your team with trained project professionals who understand governance and delivery
- Strengthen project outcomes through improved risk, stakeholder, and resource management
- Gain practical skills in modern project management tools and sustainable practices
Who Can Apply
We believe talent is everywhere but opportunity isn’t.
We back young adults from low-income, diverse, and state school-educated backgrounds to break into industries they’ve historically been excluded from. We champion those already in work, helping them grow, upskill, and thrive.
Our programmes are inclusive and open to people at different stages of life and career. If you’re ready to show up and put in the work, you’re in the right place.
Depending on the level and employer requirements, our programmes are open to:
- School leavers aged 16+ (we’ll guide you if the role requires 18+)
- Career changers
- Jobseekers
- Current employees looking to upskill
To be eligible, you must:
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Have lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 years
- Be in a role where you can apply your learning (we can help you find one)
- Not already hold a qualification in the same subject
- Not be studying another government-funded qualification
Your training is fully funded, and you’ll earn a salary while gaining real experience in a full-time role.
- We work with employers who value character, attitude, and aptitude to learn, not just CVs.
- We unlock potential so everyone has the chance to thrive.
Testimonials
”This apprenticeship gave me the tools to understand how to manage project risks and deliver on time. I feel confident working with stakeholders and making things happen.
Sam, Associate Project Manager Apprentice
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Key Insights
Who
This apprenticeship is perfect for aspiring project professionals who want to build a solid foundation in managing projects and teams.
Career Progression
Completion unlocks roles such as:
Project Coordinator • Junior Project Manager • Project Support Officer • Project Analyst
