16 months
The Internal Recruiter Level 3 apprenticeship is a great way for an entry-level recruiter to advance to the next level in their recruitment career.
As part of the apprenticeship standard, you’ll also complete the following certificate…


As part of the apprenticeship standard, you’ll also have the opportunity to complete the following accredited qualification…
*This will come as an additional cost to your employer.
Learners are not required to contribute towards the course cost in any way. Apprenticeship courses are paid for by the employer and/or the UK government.
Individuals seeking to develop a career in recruitment as part of an internal recruitment team.
- Meet apprenticeship funding eligibility criteria.
- Meet course suitability and initial assessment requirements in English and maths.
- To not already hold a recruitment qualification at level 3 or above.
Understand more about how the Level 3 Internal Recruiter course is taught and what you can expect from our teaching…
During your apprenticeship you’ll learn the required knowledge, skills and behaviours for you to become a qualified internal recruiter. To achieve this you’ll cover a variety of topics that include:Â
As you approach the end of your apprenticeship, we allow for a three-month period for you to prepare for and sit your apprenticeship assessment. For this apprenticeship standard, you will be assessed in the following ways:
To make our apprenticeships as accessible as possible, all of our teaching is delivered online by our expert tutors. You’ll have access to our e-learning platform, Canvas, where you can access all of your lesson materials, additional resources and assignment submissions.
You’ll be supported by our team of expert tutors who have an employment background in recruitment and can bring their experience to your education.
Your role as an internal recruiter will be the next step in your long-term recruitment career. There are a range of pathways available to you upon completion to allow you to continue to progress in your career, some of which include:
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As part of the apprenticeship standard, you’ll also have the opportunity to complete the REC Level 3 Certificate in In-House Recruitment (CertIHR) and/or Specialist in Talent Acquisition and Retention for In-House Recruiters. (STAR)*
*This will come as an additional cost to your employer.
You'll develop a comprehensive and diverse range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support you with the foundations for a long-term career.
You'll have access to a comprehensive and ever-expanding collection of enrichment courses designed to support your personal and professional development.Â
As an apprentice, you'll get exclusive apprenticeship discounts on hundreds of highstreet brands with a TOTUM apprentice card and a free Student Beans account.Â
The Recruitment Consultant Level 3 apprenticeship is a great way for an entry-level recruiter to advance to the next level in their recruitment career.
Through this apprenticeship, you’ll learn the skills required to identify, qualify and secure client recruitment opportunities and source suitable candidates.
Learners are not required to contribute towards the course cost in any way. Apprenticeship courses are paid for by the employer and/or the UK government.
A recruitment consultant in any industry or sector.
- Meet apprenticeship funding eligibility criteria.
- Meet course suitability and initial assessment requirements in English and maths.
- To not already hold a recruitment qualification at level 3 or above.
Understand more about how the Level 3 Recruitment Consultant course is taught and what you can expect from our teaching…
During your apprenticeship you’ll learn the required knowledge, skills and behaviours for you to become a qualified recruitment professional. To achieve this you’ll cover a variety of topics that include:Â
As you approach the end of your apprenticeship, we allow for a three-month period for you to prepare for and sit your End Point Assessment (EPA). For this apprenticeship standard, you will be assessed in the following ways:
To make our apprenticeships as accessible as possible, all of our teaching is delivered online by our expert tutors. You’ll have access to our e-learning platform, Canvas, where you can access all of your lesson materials, additional resources and assignment submissions.
You’ll be supported by our team of expert tutors who have an employment background in recruitment and can bring their experience to your education.Â
Your role as an recruitment consultant will be the next step in your long-term recruitment career. There are a range of pathways available to you upon completion to allow you to continue to progress in your career, some of which include:
Hover over the icons below to learn more about the benefits available to you as an AC learner…
You will also achieve two additional accredited qualifications in the Level 3 Recruitment Consultant course, including the Level 3 Certificate in Recruitment Practice.
As an apprentice, you'll get exclusive apprenticeship discounts on hundreds of high street brands with a TOTUM apprentice card and a free Student Beans account.
You'll develop a comprehensive and diverse range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support you with the foundations for a long-term career.
You'll have access to a comprehensive and ever-expanding collection of extracurricular courses designed to support your personal and professional development.Â
Learners are not required to contribute towards the course cost in any way. Apprenticeship courses are paid for by the employer and/or the UK government.
Alongside earning your certicate in Specialist in Talent Acquisition and Retention for In-House Recruiters (STAR), you will also have the opportunity to study the REC Level 3 Certificate in In-House Recruitment (CertIHR)*
*This will come as an additional cost to your employer.
You’ll develop a comprehensive and diverse range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support you with the foundation for a successful long-term career.Â
You’ll have access to a comprehensive and ever-expanding collection of enrichment courses designed to support your personal and professional development.
As an apprenticeship, you’ll get exclusive apprenticeship discounts on hundreds of highstreet brands with at TOTUM apprentice card and a free Student Beans account.
You’ll get support and guidance from our expert team of mentors who’ll provide tailored guidance, career support, and insights customised to your specific needs.

During your apprenticeship, you’ll learn the required knowledge, skills and behaviours for you to become a qualified internal recruiter. To achieve this you’ll cover a variety of topics that include:Â

As you approach the end of your apprenticeship, we allow for a three-month period for you to prepare for and sit your apprenticeship assessment. For this apprenticeship standard, you will be assessed in the following ways:

To make our apprenticeships as accessible as possible, all of our teaching is delivered online by our expert tutors. You’ll have access to our e-learning platform, Canvas, where you can access all of your lesson materials, additional resources and assignment submissions.
You’ll be supported by our team of expert tutors who have an employment background in recruitment and can bring their experience to your education.Â

Your role as an internal recruiter will be the next step in your long-term recruitment career. There are a range of pathways available to you upon completion to allow you to continue to progress in your career, some of which include:
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To qualify for an apprenticeship, you need to meet the following criteria: