Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.
Typical pay: £24,000 to £42,000Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry
Pay range: National Careers Service.
Your route in
Employers typically expect around L3
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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)
Any of these strengthens your application.
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Where this can take you
With experience, you could become a CAD project co-ordinator, Revit technician or design team manager. You could register with the Engineering Council to achieve Engineering Technician (EngTech) status. This would demonstrate your skills and expertise in your particular industry. You might also be a freelance CAD designer, working for companies on different contracts.