Software Developer End Point Assessment
Level 4
1st for EPA is an EPAO for the level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship standard.Join us for support, guidance, webinars and more.Register your interest
What does EPA involve for Software Developer?
The end point assessment, or EPA, for the Software Developer standard is made up of two components:
- Work-based project with questioning
- Professional discussion underpinned by portfolio
EPA1: Work-based project with questioning
The project should be based upon a customer or stakeholder specification requiring the apprentice to respond to either a specific problem, a recurring issue, or an idea/opportunity.
The project report should be in the form of an electronic report comprising narrative, one or more artefacts, and visual infographics as necessary. The written report should be 4,500 words, submitted a maximum of 9 weeks of gateway approval, and the apprentice will then undertake a 60-minute questioning with a 1st for EPA assessor.
EPA 2: Professional Discussion underpinned by a portfolio
The professional discussion is carried out by video call. It lasts 60 minutes and 1st for EPA provides guidance, including how to prepare and example questions.
Software Developer EPAO
Software Developer apprentices build and test simple, high-quality code for software. The Software Developer level 4 apprenticeship is often used as a progression route from the Software Development Technician level 3 standard.
Typical job titles for apprentices in this role include Application Developer, Mobile Application Developer, Software Developer, and Web Developer.
Remote EPA for Software Developer
1st for EPA carry out EPA for the Software Developer apprenticeship remotely, with the project’s questioning and the professional discussion taking place by video conferencing. Apprentices are given access to our portal, with lots of resources including a Resource Pack. This gives guidance on what to expect at EPA and how to prepare for it.
We also offer out of hours EPA on request.
Timescales for Software Developer EPA
The EPA for the Software Developer standard should typically be completed within 6 months. Apprentices may complete sooner if they wish – speak to us about current availability.
Software Developer Assessment Plan
To see the Software Developer occupational standard, duties, and EPA Plan, visit the Institute for Apprenticeships website here (link opens in a new window):
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/software-developer-v1-1
Software Developer EPA Guidance
- We provide:
- Qualification Specification
- Apprentice Resource Pack
- Project Report Template and Mapping
- General guidance and videos
- We also run a training provider on-boarding session which covers the EPA process, how to schedule EPA, and best practice tips for Software Developer apprentices.
- We provide:
How does EPA work?
The training provider recommends an EPAO, often with input from the employer.
The training provider registers the apprentice with the EPAO, giving an expected date for EPA.
The apprentice completes Gateway and schedules their EPA.
1st for EPA provides full support and guidance to help the apprentice prepare for EPA.
EPA is carried out with a qualified assessor.
1st for EPA carries out quality checks, then emails the apprentice their results and claims their completion certificate from the ESFA.
What does EPA cost for Software Developer?
Software Developer EPA is £1450.
Get in touch for resit and re-take fees.
How we make EPA easy
Here’s why employers and training providers choose 1st for EPA as their end point assessment organisation (EPAO):
Support and guidance
Full guidance and support is given to apprentices – We’ve created resources that prepare apprentices for EPA so they know what to expect and are ready for their final assessment
Resource bank
Resource bank with guidance notes to support apprentices through end point assessment
Experienced assessors
All our assessors are experts in the subject they assess. They understand the demands of the apprenticeship and the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to be successful
Friendly team
Friendly team to answer all your questions
Remote EPA
We carry out end point assessment remotely wherever the Assessment Plan allows, meaning we work across the UK and can be flexible
Secure system
To manage and schedule EPA
