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Library, Information & Archive Services Apprenticeship Level 3

This Level 3 Library, Information & Archive Services Apprenticeship develops professionals for accurate and efficient archiving and information management. Gain a recognised qualification and CILIP accreditation for the library and information sector through this flexible and interactive programme. Designed to boost productivity, enhance communication, and improve workplace efficiency, this programme is the perfect investment in professional development.

This apprenticeship is a high quality programme with a QAR Qualification Achievement Rate of 85%. It is an LMP signature programme providing the very best apprenticeship delivery, learner experience and employer impact.

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Course Level

3 Advanced

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Typical Duration

18 Months

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Training Method

Blended Learning

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Assessment Method

Portfolio Discussion and Project

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Funding Value

£6,000

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CILIP

Application deadline date is 25 September

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Library, Information & Archive Services Apprenticeship Level 3

This Level 3 Library, Information & Archive Services Apprenticeship is ideal for individuals who are passionate about knowledge, learning and information. This Level 3 Library, Information and Archive Services apprenticeship programmes is the ideal way to invest in your team and it includes a recognised CILIP qualification.

This flexible, interactive programme features expertly designed modules, covering topics such as legislation, management of information, preservation of data, continuous improvement and project management.

Designed to boost productivity, enhance communication, and improve workplace efficiency, this programme is the perfect investment in your employees’ professional development. Empower your team to grow and contribute more effectively to your organisation’s success with training that fits seamlessly into their busy schedules.

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Employer benefits

Taking on a Libraries, Information and Archive Services (LIAS) Assistant Apprentice brings a wide range of benefits for employers across sectors such as public libraries, academic institutions, museums, corporate archives, and information services.

Hiring an apprentice is a cost-effective way to grow your team. This apprenticeship is government-funded (up to 100% depending on the size of your business) and can be funded using the apprenticeship levy.

Tailored training: Apprentices receive structured, nationally recognised training focused on library and information services, archives and digital skills.

Industry relevance: The apprenticeship standard is designed in collaboration with employers to meet real workplace needs in the information and heritage sectors.

Improves service delivery: With training in customer service, digital tools, and data handling, apprentices can enhance user experience and information access.

Fresh Perspective and Digital Fluency: Apprentices often bring confidence with digital systems, social media, and online information management, aiding modernisation.

Apprenticeship programmes can also be used to upskill existing members.

By offering apprenticeships, you’re investing in the future of your workforce. Apprentices are more likely to stay with employers who support their development, helping to improve staff retention rates and create a loyal, highly skilled team. Developing staff from within also boosts team morale and creates a positive working environment.

The role may involve working independently or as part of a team and will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving information systems within an organisation. LIAS Assistants support the effective delivery of library, information, and archive services to users in a variety of settings — including public libraries, academic institutions, government departments, museums and businesses.

They understand the needs of people using information in all its formats including digital, analogue/physical. They organise and manage information resources and help people to use and value resources available.

Typical job roles

Archive Assistant, Archive Officer, Librarian, Information Assistant.

The role may act as a gateway to further career and training opportunities, including, but not limited to: Senior Librarian, Librarian, Archive Coordinator.

To start this apprenticeship, you must have lived in the UK 3+ years minimum and have a form of UK ID required at enrolment. You must be age 16+ (with no upper age limit) with no prior learning within the area of study.

Gain Real-World Experience: develop essential skills and gain hands-on experience in a live work environment (e.g., libraries, archives, information services).

Paid employment: you’ll receive a salary from day one while completing your qualification.

Achieve a Recognised Qualification: completion of the apprenticeship leads to a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to A-Levels).

Personal Growth and Confidence : regular mentorship and structured training helps you grow in confidence and take ownership of your work.

Career Progression Opportunities: this programme can help you more competitive for permanent assistant roles, library officer/archive technician positions or higher-level apprenticeships or further education.

Inclusive Entry Route into the Profession: accessible for people of all backgrounds — no need for a university degree.

Sense of Purpose and Public Value: contributing to knowledge access, education, and cultural preservation can be deeply meaningful.

This LIAS programme features a tailored curriculum that combines practical learning with real-world projects, ensuring you can apply your skills immediately in the workplace.

With a blend of interactive skill development workshops, digital resources, and workplace-based activities, you benefit from flexible and engaging training.

LMP’s comprehensive curriculum blends theoretical learning with practical application, covering essential skills such as using information management processes to store, manage and retrieve records and data to support collaboration, exploitation and the organisation’s Information Management (IM) practices, describing and arrange material/resource, and using enquiry techniques to clarify and meet users’ information requirements and manage expectations.

You will expand your knowledge in areas such as the organisation’s place within the wider, national library, archive, knowledge and information management sector, regulations regarding information use such as copyright, intellectual property, licensing and data protection, and the means of acquiring, maintaining, disposing of and locating documents, according to the organisation’s collection management guidelines and legal obligations.