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FOR JOBSEEKERS - BACKGROUND TO APPRENTICESHIPS

Apprenticeships in Ireland offer a valuable pathway to career development, providing individuals with the skills and experience they need to excel in their chosen fields. If you're interested in pursuing an apprenticeship, it's advisable to research specific programs and contact the relevant institutions and employers for more information.

The Irish government has been actively promoting and expanding apprenticeship programs in recent years to address skills shortages and provide career opportunities for young people.

Types of Apprenticeships

There are numerous apprenticeship programs available in Ireland across a wide range of industries, including construction, engineering, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, finance, and more.

Duration

The duration of an apprenticeship can vary depending on the specific trade or occupation. It typically ranges from 2 to 4 years, with some shorter and longer programs available.

Eligibility

To become an apprentice in Ireland, you generally need to be at least 16 years old and in some cases have completed your Leaving Certificate or equivalent. However, eligibility criteria may vary depending on the specific apprenticeship program.

Finding Apprenticeship Opportunities

To find apprenticeship opportunities in Ireland, you can visit the official government website, www.apprenticeship.ie. This website provides information on available apprenticeships, how to apply, and contact details for further assistance. You will also find apprenticeship opportunities on our website and directly with employers on their career pages.

Apprenticeship Providers

Many vocational colleges and training centers collaborate with employers to provide apprenticeship training. These institutions work closely with apprentices to ensure they receive both classroom education and on-the-job training.

Apprenticeship Wages

Apprentices in Ireland are entitled to receive a wage from their employers. The wage rate may vary depending on the occupation and the level of the apprenticeship but generally increases as the apprentice progresses through their training.

Support and Resources

Apprentices in Ireland receive support throughout their training, including access to mentors, workplace assessments, and opportunities for continuous skill development.

Traditional craft apprenticeships include;

Agricultural Mechanics

Aircraft Mechanics

Brick and Stonelaying

Carpentry & Joinery

Construction Plant Fitting

Electrical, Electrical Instrumentation

Electronic Security Systems

Farriery

Floor & Wall Tiling

Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Industrial Insulation

Instrumentation

Mechanical Automation & Maintenance

Metal Fabrication

Motor Mechanics

Painting & Decorating

Pipefitting

Plastering

Plumbing

Print Media

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Stonecutting & Stonemasonry

Sheet Metalworking

Toolmaking

Vehicle Body Repairs and Wood Manufacturing and Finishing.

A number of new style apprenticeships and traineeships have been introduced or are in the process of being developed. Some of them can lead to an award ranging between Level 5 and Level 10 on the National Framework of Qualifications and these include;

Accounting Technician

Auctioneering and Property Services

Chef de Partie

Insurance Practitioner

Industrial/Electrical Engineer

Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Engineer

Polymer Processing Technologist

Commis Chef

International Financial Services Associate

International Financial Services Specialist

Laboratory Analyst

Laboratory Technician

Logistics Associate

Advanced Quantity Surveyor

Arboriculture

Baker

Butcher

Engineering Services Management

Geo-Driller

HGV Driver

International Financial Services Advanced Specialist

Precision Turned Parts Manufacturing

Retail Practice

Scaffolding

Applied horticulture

Associate sales professional

CGI technical artist: animation, games, VFX

Equipment systems engineer

Executive Chef

Farm management

Farm technician

Fintech Associate Professional

ICT associate professional in cybersecurity

Lean Sigma manager

Manufacturing ICT Engineer

Manufacturing Technician

Principal engineer - Professional Doctorate

Professional bar manager

Professional hairdressing

Professional healthcare assistant

Recruitment practitioner

Science Aircraft Asset Management

Software system designer

Sous Chef

Sport turf management

Stud farm management

Supply chain associate

Supply chain manager

Supply chain specialist

Wind Turbine Maintenance

Applied Accounting

Food and Drink Process Operator

Maintenance Operations Engineer

Telecommunications Field Technician

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Aircraft Structures Technician

Engineering

Laboratory Assistant

IT Support Specialist

Software Developer

Digital Sales and Marketing

IT Network Security

Animation Studio Assistant

Early Childhood Care and Education

Health Care Assistant

Hospitality NFQ Level 4

Hospitality NFQ Level 5

Food and Beverage Service

Overhead Lines Operator

Interior Systems

Supply Chain Logistics

Logistics and Distribution

Office Administration

Business Systems Service Technician

Business Administration

Medical Administration

Legal Administration

Retail Associate

Pharmacy Sales Assistant

Retail Skills Health and Beauty

Outdoor Activity Instructor

Equestrian International Instructor (BHSAI)

Sports, Recreation and Exercise

Beauty Therapist

Accounts Executive

Financial Administration

MORE INFORMATION

For updates and further on Apprenticeships and development of new style apprenticeships check out CareersPortal.ie, they have a lot of information that may help you as a student or parent https://careersportal.ie/apprenticeships/traditional_apprenticeships.php?ed_sub_cat_id=244)

The ETBs (Education Training Boards) have some really great pre-apprenticeship & apprenticeship courses. These include traditional apprenticeships but also some new ones so it’s worthwhile checking out their websites – list of ETBs can be found here; https://www.etbi.ie/etbs/directory-of-etbs/

SO WHO'S RECRUITING APPRENTICESHIPS

Of course small business right across the country are hiring apprenticeships from time to time, but some really large organisations are also offering opportunities each year such as the ESB, Aerlingus, Atlantic Aviation, County Councils, Dublin Bus and GSK to name a few. Check out job boards like ours JobAlert.ie or jobsireland.ie and it’s also worthwhile putting out the word that you are looking for an apprenticeship as word of mouth still works and you can check in with your local ETB office or jobs centre because sometimes they get information on vacancies that are not even advertised.

ALLOWANCES AND GRANT

There are allowances paid when doing an apprenticeship details of rates can be found here; https://careersportal.ie/apprenticeships/traditional_apprenticeships.php?ed_sub_cat_id=234#.W2Vk9VMvzVp

For some of the pre-apprenticeship courses / traineeships other grants and allowances apply, but you would need to check what’s available and your individual eligibility. These are some of the options that may be available;

SUSI - Student Maintenance Grant: This means tested grant is a source of financial help available to students on full time Post Leaving Certificate/ Further Education programmes. Check out all grant application information on www.studentfinance.ie SUSI, the grant body, provides a support desk for queries regarding grants, eligibility and the application process. The support desk can be contacted at support@susidetb.ie or alternatively contact 0761 087874.

Back to Education Allowance: Mature students may qualify for assistance by means of Back to Education Allowance which allows adults to return to full time education while continuing to get income support. People in receipt of certain social welfare payments can retain payments whilst participating on our PLC/Further Education programmes. All BTEA information is available from the Department of Social Protection /your local Social Welfare Office.

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We hope this helped you, best of luck.