Exeter College is proud to offer the pioneering Level 4 Counter Fraud Investigator Apprenticeship, designed to help employers upskill their teams and strengthen their response to fraud and financial crime.

With financial crime becoming increasingly complex, organisations across sectors need skilled professionals to detect, investigate and prevent fraud. Our Counter Fraud Investigator apprenticeship equips learners with the essential knowledge, skills and behaviours to operate effectively in this critical area—delivered by sector-leading experts.

Why Employers Choose Exeter College:

• Ofsted Outstanding overall and in Apprenticeships
• DfE Expert Provider Status
• Times Education Apprenticeship Provider of the Year
• Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit Employer

We collaborate closely with employers to co-design high-quality training that meets real business needs. This programme was originally developed in partnership with Great Western Railway (GWR) and is the first of its kind in the rail industry. Our hybrid model of online and in-person delivery ensures flexibility while maintaining exceptional quality.

Our delivery is bespoke and flexible, allowing employers to train current employees or recruit new talent. The apprenticeship includes modules on:

• Theft, fraud and bribery legislation
• Investigations
• Evidence & exhibits
• Interview techniques
• Court procedures

Each apprentice is supported by a dedicated Skills Officer and Account Manager to ensure a smooth and successful learning journey. We also offer full support with recruitment, funding advice, onboarding and compliance.

What Our Partners Say

“GWR are very proud of our collaboration with Exeter College in the development of this apprenticeship. It is a rail industry first in the subject. The curriculum covers all that is required to create a competent and accredited Counter Fraud Investigator.” KF | Head of Revenue Protection Development, GWR

Get Started

If your organisation could benefit from highly trained fraud investigation professionals, we’d love to work with you. Whether you’re in the public sector, transport, finance or corporate, this programme is adaptable to your business.

Contact our Apprenticeships Team today to find out more.
Email: Apprentices@exe-coll.ac.uk
Phone: 01392 400800