The updated Food Industry Technologist apprenticeship standard (version 2.0) has now been published by Skills England. This new version includes a six‑month lead‑in period, meaning it will go live on 25 February 2027. You can view the published standard here: Food Industry Technologist / Skills England.
Alongside this, work continues on the Food Industry Technical Professional (Integrated Degree) standard. The related degree apprenticeship is progressing through final checks and is expected to be published in early September, although this timeline may still shift.
The NSAFD will continue to monitor developments and share updates as soon as they are confirmed.
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