About the apprenticeship

The primary role of a policy officer is to shape and/or influence government policy, by working with a wide range of stakeholders and experts to gather evidence, effectively synthesise information and present recommendations to senior colleagues. Not only will policy officers work within central and local government, but also within private and third sector organisations that interact with and strive to influence government policy.  Policy officers will typically work as part of a wider team and report to a senior policy officer.

Read more about the apprenticeship on the Skills England website

Assessment methods

Gateway Requirements

Level 2 maths and English and portfolio of evidence.

Written policy exercise

90 minutes, online.

Multiple-choice questions

45 minutes, online.

Presentation with Q&As

20 minutes, face to face / remote.

Professional discussion

50 minutes, face to face / remote.

Grading

Fail/Achieved/Exceeded

Resit costs

Professional Discussion: £350. On-Demand Test: 1st re-sit free, £50 thereafter. Presentation: £350. Professional Review: £250.

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