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NHS PROFESSIONALS GET INTO CYBER FOR FREE!!

March 12, 2026

NHS Cybersecurity Apprenticeship – September 2026 cohort

If you work in the NHS and want to deepen your cybersecurity expertise, this opportunity may be worth exploring.

The NHS is launching the second cohort of the Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship, designed to support professionals working across health and care organisations.

Programme overview

• Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship
• 24-month programme starting September 2026
• Designed for existing NHS digital / IT professionals
• Supports the Cyber Security Strategy for Health and Social Care (2023–2030)

Industry certifications included

Participants will have the opportunity to work towards recognised qualifications such as:

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND)

How the programme is delivered

• Online classroom learning
• Optional residential training sessions
• Funded through the organisation’s apprenticeship levy
• No direct cost burden for departments

Additional benefits

• Join the NHS Cyber Security Apprenticeship Community
• Network with cybersecurity professionals across the NHS
• Develop long-term career pathways in healthcare cybersecurity

Eligibility

You must:

• Work for the NHS or an NHS-affiliated organisation
• Have cybersecurity as part or all of your role
• Meet visa and residency requirements
• Obtain line manager approval

Next steps

• Speak with your line manager
• Contact your organisation’s Apprenticeship Lead
• Complete the Expression of Interest form

As healthcare systems become increasingly digital, building strong cybersecurity capability within the NHS is more important than ever.

Kind regards,

Yemurai