BIFA supported a group of employers developing a relevant apprenticeship in the Freight Forwarding sector.
The standard for the International Freight Forwarding Specialist Apprenticeship scheme was approved in April 2018.
International Freight Forwarding Specialist
Level 3
Set at Level 3 (A Level) with a minimum duration of 18 months, this apprenticeship provides students with core freight forwarding knowledge and skills including industry awareness, customs procedures and commercial. At the beginning of the programme, apprentices are given one of three pathways – air freight, ocean freight or road freight – to reflect the focus of our member’s operations. Whichever pathway apprentices take, specific knowledge and skills will be acquired in addition to the three mandatory modules.
You can view the standard here
Apprenticeships Available In Transport And Logistics
If the International Freight Forwarding Specialist Level 3 apprenticeship standard is not for you/your employee, check out the other apprenticeships available in Transport & Logistics ranging from Level 2 to Level 6 (degree equivalent).
Level 2
Apprenticeship |
Duration |
| Express Delivery Operative | 12 months min |
| Supply Chain Operator | 12 months min |
| Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) Driver – C and E | 12 months min |
| Supply Chain Warehouse Operative | 12 months min |
| Urban Driver | 12 months min |
Level 3
Apprenticeship |
Duration |
| Port Agent | 18 months min |
| Transport and Warehouse Operations Supervisor | 12 months min |
| Supply Chain Practitioner | 30 months min |
Level 6
Apprenticeship |
Duration |
| Express Delivery Manager (Degree) | 36 months min |
| Supply Chain Leadership Professional (Integrated Degree) | 48 months min |
