Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships offer a dual benefit: employers nurture talent while providing a valuable entry point for young individuals into the workforce. They enable on-the-job training and qualification attainment. Moreover, they serve as a means for upskilling existing employees. Here, we delve into the features and advantages of apprenticeships in England, as well as strategies for successful implementation, management, and funding.

What are apprenticeships?


An apprenticeship is a paid job which combines employment and training and is available to anyone entitled to work in the UK. The apprentice gets a nationally recognised qualification on completion.

Upon completion an Apprentice can then apply for membership of The Property Institute and if successful could then take one of our industry-endorsed, Ofqual-recognised qualifications.

Apprenticeships are a unique way to ‘grow your own’; they combine on-the-job training in an organisation with off-the-job learning and provide employers with an effective way of growing their skills base.

  • Hiring apprentices brings a number of benefits to employers:

    • Maintained or improved future skills in the business.
    • Improvements in the goods and services they offer.
    • Improved staff morale.


    According to Centre for Economics and Business research on the economic impact of apprenticeships, there is a net gain to the employer while apprentices train, and a higher output once employed.

  • Being an apprentice also brings benefits:

    • Earn while you learn
    • Receive recognised qualifications
    • Benefit from ongoing and personalised support
    • Gain real work experience
    • Improve your employability
    • Develop your skills
    • Gain independence and respect 

Apprenticeship Training Providers

IRPM has agreements with two Apprenticeship Training Providers Apprentice who have access to TPI branded study learning materials and content:

The Learning Curve Group Knights Training Academy Knowledge Brief

  • While we encourage individuals with apprenticeship levy funds to allocate them towards staff training in property management, we also recognise the significance of additional skills and qualifications essential for success in this field.

    Property management extends beyond day-to-day tasks; it necessitates adeptly overseeing internal teams and possessing strong leadership capabilities. We strongly advise our L4 MIRPM members to contemplate pursuing leadership qualifications to levels 5 & 7. 

    These qualifications not only contribute to the prosperity of their businesses but also provide them with valuable transferable skills applicable throughout their professional journey.

    We are delighted to announce our partnership with KnowledgeBrief and The Learning Curve Group and Knights Training Academy. Discover more about these opportunities below:

Learning Curve Group -  Level 5 Operations or Departmental Manager Apprenticeship


An operations or departmental manager is someone who manages teams and/or projects and achieves operational or departmental goals and objectives, as part of the delivery of the organisation's strategy. They are accountable to a more senior manager or business owner. Working in the private, public or third sector and in all sizes of organisation, specific responsibilities and job titles will vary, but the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed will be the same. Key responsibilities may include creating and delivering operational plans, managing projects, leading and managing teams, managing change, financial and resource management, talent management, coaching and mentoring.

The Learning Curve Group Enquiry Form

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KnowledgeBrief - Level 7 Senior Leader Apprenticeship

Pitched at master’s degree level, this course is designed for any individual moving into or working within a senior or strategic management role. Responsibilities of a strategic leader with senior management responsibility may include formal governance/director responsibilities. Responsibilities for setting strategy, direction and vision, providing a clear sense of purpose and driving strategic intent. This may include General Managers, Senior Managers, Section Leaders, Executives, Directors, COO, CFO, CEO, CIO roles

The course is fully delivered online and we use a combination of Zoom or Microsoft Teams (so there will be no need for travel) and can be done flexibly around staff working hours. We also have our own platform for the apprenticeship and it’s a centralised place for the individual as this is where they will do their work, find and book upcoming workshops as well as find all things leadership-related.  The platform gives learners access to over a thousand academic articles that cover a huge variety of Leadership and Management topics. 

KnowledgeBrief Enquiry Form

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Knights Training Academy - Level 3 Housing & Property Management

Knights Training Academy are offering the Housing & Property Management Level 3 apprenticeship as a comprehensive upskilling opportunity for existing staff of all ages. Alternatively, we offer a FREE recruitment service if you need support growing the team!   

This programme is the equivalent of 2 A-Levels, runs over 18 months and has been specifically brought out in mind of supporting the inevitable RoPA regulations. It is a non-exam route, focusing instead on evidence of applied knowledge and a final project.

The apprenticeship will  be covering everything from legislation and regulations, to developing integral relationships with colleagues and partners. The role incorporates a degree of lone working with minimum supervision whilst predominantly working within the wider organisation and team, communities and external partners.

Knights Training Academy Enquiry Form

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