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Counter fraud investigator

Level 4 · HigherProtective services 2 yr typical
About this apprenticeship

What it involves

The Counter Fraud Investigator apprenticeship trains you to investigate suspected fraud, bribery, and economic crime within the public or private sector, gathering evidence and building cases for prosecution or civil recovery. You will develop skills in digital evidence gathering, interview techniques, and case management, working within legal frameworks such as the Fraud Act and Proceeds of Crime Act. This Level 4 qualification leads to careers in NHS counter fraud, financial crime investigation, or law enforcement economic crime units.

On the job

What you’ll learn

UK fraud legislation including the Fraud Act 2006 and Proceeds of Crime Act 2002
Digital forensics and evidence preservation in fraud investigations
Structured interview techniques including PEACE model interviewing
Financial investigation methods and money-laundering awareness
Report writing and case file preparation to prosecution standards
Regulatory and civil fraud remedies alongside criminal prosecution routes
On the job

What you’ll do day to day

Analyse data and records to identify patterns indicative of fraud
Gather and preserve physical and digital evidence to legal standards
Conduct PEACE-model interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects
Prepare detailed investigation reports for decision-makers and prosecutors
Liaise with police, Crown Prosecution Service, and regulatory bodies
Maintain accurate, confidential case files throughout the investigation
The deal

How this apprenticeship works

You earn a wage from day one. You are a paid employee, not a student. There are no tuition fees - the training is funded by your employer and the government.
About 20% is “off-the-job” training. Roughly a day a week is spent learning away from your normal duties - at a college, training provider, or online - working towards a recognised qualification.
It ends with an end-point assessment (EPA). Near the end, an independent assessor checks you can do the job to the national standard - through tests, a project, a portfolio or an interview. Pass it and you are fully qualified.
How to get there

What you need to start

Level 4 (Higher) - roughly Foundation-degree level. Usually needs Level 3 (A-levels, a T-Level, or an Advanced apprenticeship) or relevant experience.
What’s next: Can lead to a Level 5/6 apprenticeship or a more senior role.

Entry requirements are set by each employer and can vary - always check the specific vacancy.

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