ATAC programmes, ranging from Level 3 to Level 7, are designed to build the specialist skills needed to develop, manufacture, and deliver cutting-edge therapies, vaccines, and biologics. With full funding available, apprentices gain accredited qualifications, hands-on experience, and the confidence to thrive in roles across R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, leadership, and more. Programmes typically last from 18 months to 5 years, depending on the level, and each one is built to meet the real-world needs of the life sciences sector.

For young people and career starters

Launch your career in advanced therapies

Ready to earn while you learn? ATAC apprenticeships let you kickstart your career in life sciences combining hands-on work with real employers and classroom learning from top training providers. You will gain a nationally recognised qualification, real-world experience, and the skills employers are looking for.

From making life-saving medicines to managing quality and logistics, there is a path for everyone with programmes from Level 3 to Level 7 across areas like science, engineering, and leadership. Best of all? Your training is fully funded, and you will get paid as you go.

For employers and hiring managers

Build your future workforce today

Apprenticeship programmes are designed with industry, for industry offering structured, fully funded pathways to develop the next generation of talent in advanced therapies, vaccines, biologics, and complex medicines.

Our apprenticeships (Level 3 to Level 7) combine on-the-job learning, academic study, and professional development, ensuring your teams are trained in the technical, regulatory, and leadership skills that matter. With up to £27,000 per apprentice available via the Apprenticeship Levy, now is the perfect time to invest in your workforce and future-proof your organisation.

If you have any questions, email us at apprenticeshipsinfo@ct.catapult.org.uk

Programme pathways

The diagram here shows our programme pathways. Clicking on a programme name will take you to the full information for that programme.

These apprenticeship programmes have been established specifically within the advanced therapies industry and apprentices are currently being recruited into these roles by employer companies.

A short overview of each of the programmes can also be found further on this page.

Laboratory Science (Scotland)
Level 4
No current programme
Level 5
No current programme
Level 6
No current programme
Level 7
No current programme
Laboratory Science
Level 4
No current programme
Level 6
Scientist
Level 7
No current programme
Production and Manufacturing
Level 5
No current programme
Level 7
No current programme
Quality and Improvement
Level 3
No current programme
Level 7
No current programme
Data, Digital and Automation
Level 7
No current programme
Leadership and Management
Level 4
No current programme
Level 5
No current programme

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