Network Engineer
End Point Assessment

Level 4

Assessment for Network Engineer apprentices from 1st for Awarding.

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Overview

What is a Network Engineer?

A Network Engineer is responsible for installing and maintaining physical and virtual networks, ensuring they operate efficiently to support an organisation’s digital infrastructure. They also provide technical support to users, playing a key role in enabling business productivity through reliable network connectivity.

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Typical EPA period 3 months
ST Code ST0127
Ofqual qualification number 610/3856/8
Method
Remote
EPA is usually carried out remotely, with video calling. This allows flexible booking for apprentices throughout England.
EPA fee
£1500
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Assessment

What does end point assessment involve for Network Engineer level 4?

1.

Simulation assessment and questioning

Apprentices will undertake two simulation assessments in a virtual lab environment, using Cisco. 1st for Awarding provides a practice lab environment, also in Cisco. The questioning element takes place at a later date and lasts 30 minutes.

2.

Professional Discussion underpinned by a portfolio

A portfolio of evidence is submitted at gateway. The discussion then takes place as a video call between the apprentice and assessor, lasting 60 minutes.

Useful to know

  • The portfolio is submitted at gateway.
  • There must be at least a 1-week gap between the simulation assessment and questioning element, to allow the assessor to review the simulation.
  • The professional discussion takes place at least 2 weeks after gateway, to allow the assessor time to review the portfolio.
  • Re-sits are typically taken within 2 months of the EPA outcome date.
  • Grades achieved in a re-sit or re-take are capped at a Merit.

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