Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship Programme

What is an insurance apprenticeship?

The Insurance Practitioner Apprenticeship is Ireland’s first apprenticeship to award a level 8 honours degree – the BA (Hons) in Insurance Practice.

The three-year, work-based training programme combines academics with on-the-job learning, allowing you to acquire both technical and soft skills. As an apprentice, you will be recruited into an insurance organisation, where you will learn the practical aspects of the job while studying towards your degree. All study is done online through IT Sligo and The Insurance Institute or the LIA.

How it works

Check your eligibility:

-You should review the Entry Requirements for the programme.

-You register your interest for the programme to receive job notifications from employers across Ireland.

-You apply to apprenticeship positions available on the Jobs page.

-You can approach local employers in your area to inquire about an apprenticeship.

-You can access helpful CV tips, interview advice, personal development exercises and articles on our resources page.

On the job:

-You’ll specialise in one of the core industry areas – underwriting, claims or direct customer support. Learn more about these areas

-You’ll learn about the business by completing projects and case studies.

-You’ll study through a blend of online lectures, discussions and face-to-face group sessions – all during working hours.

-A mentor and supervisor will help you along the way.

-You’ll earn a salary and your academic training is government funded*.

Who’s it for?

The apprenticeship programme is designed for School Leavers, New Graduates, and Career-Changers who meet the Entry Requirements and want to build a new career in the general or life insurance industry. 

What’s expected of you?

Employers look for a combination of academic and soft skills when hiring apprentices. Having the right combination of both is a key advantage that will get you noticed.

-You meet the Entry Requirements

-You apply for available apprenticeship positions on our Jobs page or seek an apprenticeship with an insurance company in your region.

-You’re a ‘people person’ and are comfortable speaking face-to-face, online and over the phone.

-You have the ambition to take on a position for three years.

-You can work remotely and in an office environment.

-You can balance time between work, study and exams.*

-You have a basic understanding of spreadsheet (Excel) software.

*All exams take place online.

Programme overview

When you start working as an apprentice, you’ll become part of one of the industry’s professional bodies, either The Insurance Institute or the LIA. You'll be helped through every stage of the programme. Whether it's preparing for your qualification exams, supporting you as you work through your Capstone Project or providing you with the resources you need to kick-start your career in insurance.

Who’s hiring?

From large corporations to small hometown brokerages, insurance companies from all over Ireland are looking for talented, driven and team-oriented apprentices like you! 

You can view all available Apprentice jobs HERE

Check the expiry date on the individual Ads. Some of the jobs listed on the EarnandLearn website may be closed or expired, if that happens check out the companies website to see if they have some more opportunities or contact the company to see when they are next recruiting for the Apprenticeship roles. They recruit regularly in most companies.

Industry overview

Insurance is a hugely important and diverse industry. It influences just about every sector and subject area, underpinning everything from small companies to multinational organisations and even global economies. In Ireland, insurance employs over 28,000 people.

Life Assurance

Life Assurance companies provide different types of life assurance and pension policies to meet clients’ financial needs. The roles assurance companies play include the drafting development and management of:

-Life assurance policies

-Income protection policies

-Serious illness policies

-Savings plans

Life assurance companies also provide financial planning services for clients.

General (non-life) Insurance

The General Insurance market consists of three main sectors: motor, household and travel insurance.

Motor: protects you as a motorist against liability in the event of an accident that you may cause.

Household: is made up of two parts, building insurance and contents insurance.

Travel: protects you from a wide range to risks when you travel. Some include: flight cancellation, emergency medical treatment, theft, lost passport and more.

Core apprenticeship roles

The three areas that underpin the general insurance industry are Underwriting, Claims and Direct Customer Support. For more information on life assurance roles, visit www.lia.ie

Register your interest HERE

All information can be found HERE