Microsoft 365 Digital Skills
A 12 month fully funded programme developing staff digital skills, including the use of AI, to maximise the benefits of Microsoft 365 Business and Education licences.
- Duration
- 12 months + 3 month EPA
For business
Build a future-ready workforce
We help employers of all sizes develop digital capability and grow their talent pipelines through apprenticeship programmes designed around real business needs.
Trusted by organisations across the UK
The challenge ahead
Constant pressure, finite budget
Businesses face constant pressure to:
- Keep up with fast-changing technology
- Attract and retain skilled talent
- Balance training budgets with immediate operational needs
Primary Goal apprenticeships offer a cost-effective way to strengthen teams, reduce skills gaps and future-proof your business.
How we help
Measurable value for employers
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Digital capability
Training tailored to your sector’s technology needs rather than a generic curriculum bolted onto your team.
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Talent pipelines
Motivated apprentices who grow with your business, and existing staff who can finally take the next step.
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Cost-effective training
Maximise government funding and apprenticeship levy contributions instead of watching them expire.
Programmes for business
Apprenticeships that align to business need
Everyday Microsoft 365 and AI capability through to deep technical infrastructure skills.
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Information Communication Technician
A flexible blended learning programme upskilling IT professionals in managing and supporting IT and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Duration
- 15 months + 4 month EPA
- Certification
- Industry certification
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Cloud Specialist
A flexible blended learning programme upskilling IT professionals in managing and supporting IT and telecommunications infrastructure, with cloud at its centre.
- Duration
- 15 months + 4 month EPA
- Certification
- Industry certification
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Network Engineer
A flexible, blended learning programme upskilling IT professionals in designing, installing, maintaining and supporting communication networks.
- Duration
- 18 months + 3 month EPA
- Certification
- Industry certification
In their words
What employers tell us
For us, this represents of everything that we’ve done in apprenticeship levy transfer, the biggest single transfer that we’ve done to date, £580,000 on one cohort of apprentices who are teachers who are then learning critical digital skills that they can use to instill that culture within the generation that will come into the workforce in the 2030s for our country.
So far I’ve been introduced to the benefits of AI, and to new ICT possibilities for a more effective workforce and operational systems, bringing time saving capabilities and aiming to improve work effectiveness.
FAQs
What employers ask us first
Funding, timescales, management time and what happens at the end.
How does apprenticeship funding work for businesses?
If you pay the Apprenticeship Levy, you can use your contributions directly. If not, the government covers 95% of training costs, leaving you to pay just 5%.
How quickly can we bring an apprentice on board?
We can usually recruit and place apprentices within six to eight weeks, depending on programme availability and candidate fit.
Can apprenticeships upskill existing staff, or only new hires?
Both. You can hire new apprentices or enrol current employees to develop their digital and leadership skills.
How much time will our managers need to invest?
Minimal. We provide mentoring, training and regular progress reviews. Your managers simply support day-to-day integration.
What happens after an apprenticeship finishes?
Many businesses retain their apprentices, benefiting from loyal, well-trained employees who already understand your organisation.
Next step
Future-proof your workforce
Partner with Primary Goal to build talent pipelines, close skills gaps and unlock long-term growth.