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    Fire, Emergency & Security Systems

    Develop the expertise to design, install, and maintain the systems that protect lives and buildings every day.

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    Overview

    Our Fire, Emergency & Security Systems (FESS) programmes are designed to develop the next generation of skilled technicians while helping employers address growing skills shortages within the industry. Through practical, workplace-based learning, apprentices gain the technical expertise needed to support the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of critical life safety and security systems.

    As demand for qualified professionals continues to increase, investing in apprenticeship training provides organisations with a sustainable way to develop talent, strengthen workforce capability, and build future succession pipelines. Whether recruiting new entrants or upskilling existing employees, our programmes help businesses develop competent, confident professionals who can contribute from day one.

    The Fire, Emergency & Security Systems apprenticeship standard has evolved significantly to reflect the needs of a modern industry. Today’s programme focuses on developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to become a successful FESS technician, with expertise spanning fire detection and alarm systems, emergency lighting, security systems, access control, and other electronic life safety technologies.

    67.4%

    overall achievement rate

    Top 5

    Training Provider for FESS

    9.7/10

    for knowledge and professionalism

    94%

    learner satisfaction score

    Apprenticeships

    Experienced Worker Assessment

    The Experienced Worker Assessment (EWA) provides a valuable route for experienced fire, emergency, and security systems engineers to gain formal recognition for the skills, knowledge, and experience they have developed throughout their career. Designed for professionals who can demonstrate occupational competence within the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems (FESS) sector, the EWA enables individuals to achieve a nationally recognised qualification and apply for full technician status without completing a traditional apprenticeship.

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    Courses to Support FESS Technicians

    University of Sunderland Pathways

    Your journey doesn’t stop here. Through our partnership with the University of Sunderland, you can progress onto further study, deepen your expertise, and unlock new career opportunities.

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    Proud success stories, real learners, lasting impact

    Hear from learners themselves about their experiences and journeys, demonstrating how powerful apprenticeships can be in launching and accelerating a successful career.

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    Johnʼs Story

    Johnʼs Story

    Crowned North East England’s ‘Higher Apprentice of the Year’ – John’s story with Access Training

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    Hear from our Curriculum Lead, Ethan

    Meet your Trainers

    • FESS Training

    Ethan Roberts

    Curriculum Lead

    • FESS Training

    Paul Shepherd

    Trainer

    • FESS Training

    Richard Collingwood

    Trainer

    • FESS Training

    Evan Willis

    Workshop Assistant

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    There are currently no vacancies available in this area. You can still browse all apprenticeship opportunities across the region, and if you don’t find the right role today, submit your CV to our talent pool. We’ll keep your details on file and may contact you when a suitable opportunity becomes available.

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    What our customers say

    • “We can’t thank Access enough for supporting Joe and working together with us to bring the best out of people and for bringing a positive result to apprentices and the future of the Fire and Security industry as a whole.”
    • “We know that the Access team will do what they always do and help us recruit the best candidates and then provide superb levels of training and support throughout the 3-year course. We genuinely love dealing with the entire team, it’s always a pleasure and we look forward to our 3 existing apprentices continuing to grow and also taking on further new recruits.”