NVQ and Apprenticeship fast-track

The NVQ in Archaeological Practice is a level three qualification that demonstrates on-the-job learning and competence following the National Occupational Standards (NOS). This specific qualification acts as a 'fast-track' to our Practitioner (PCIfA) professionally accredited grade.

The Apprenticeships in archaeology and the historic environment have three levels of qualification - level three, Archaeological Technician, level four, Historic Environment Advice Assistant and level seven, Archaeological Specialist or Historic Environment Advisor - that demonstrate on-the-job learning and competence. The level three and four qualifications act as a 'fast-track' to our Practitioner (PCIfA) professionally accredited grade and level seven to our Member (MCIfA) professionally accredited grade. 

You can only apply using an NVQ or Apprenticeship for up to two years after successfully completing the qualification.

If you have undertaken the above NVQ or Apprenticeship qualification with us or another provider, please send

  • a copy of your certificate
  • the completed NVQ and Apprenticeship fast track application form (Word .docx)

to membership@archaeologists.net and we will arrange payment of the application fee with you.