Apprentices
ApprenticeshipsNI
Would you like to gain qualifications that recognise your skills?
Do you find the idea of getting paid while you learn and train an attractive proposition?
Have you found an employer who will offer you paid employment as an apprentice?
Then check out ApprenticeshipsNI.which offers a diverse range of training and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications giving you the skills you need for your chosen career.
As an apprentice you will be with an employer and in paid employment from day one. How much you are paid will be agreed with your employer before you start / commence your apprenticeship. For example you may wish to consider Computer Science, Construction, Motor Vehicle, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, or Catering to name a few. Have you ever thought about when a joiner is not a joiner well could it be when he/she is perhaps, a carpenter or a cabinet maker! Often we view apprenticeships as being only in the 'perceived' traditional roles of eg: electrician, plumber or as mentioned already joinery. In reality there over a hundred apprenticeship frameworks providing opportunities in a diverse range of occupations. Why not have a look - you owe it to yourself to find out more.
Level 2 ApprenticeshipsNI Frameworks
Level 3.ApprenticeshipsNI Frameworks
Once you sign up to ApprenticeshipsNI you will begin to get the training and qualifications necessary for your career and what employers want. Don't worry about the cost, ApprenticeshipsNI will ensure the full cost of your directed training is met. Once you complete you will have formal qualifications that are recognised by employers the world over.
ApprenticeshipsNI are delivered jointly by Employers and Training Suppliers to ensure that you:
- get first rate training
- build knowledge and skills
- gain qualifications
- earn a wage from day one
Specialist organisations can provide additional support for individuals who require it, for example people with disabilities, so that they can benefit fully from training.
From September 2008 all-age apprenticeships are available on a full-framework basis to both existing and newly recruited employees.
- Read about what Apprenticeships are available.
- To view the ApprenticeshipNI Information Leaflet
- Frequently Asked Questions
For administrative enquiries contact:
Email:ApprenticeshipsNI@delni.gov.uk
Tel Freephone: 0800 0854 573 (Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm)
*Text Freephone: 0800 3280 824
*Textphone - for use by deaf people or those with communication difficulties.
Fax: 028 90 441861
NOTE: On the 26 May 2009, Sir Reg Empey, Minister for Employment and Learning, announced measures to assist those apprentices within the manufacturing industry who have been placed on short time working. The scheme entitled ‘Skillsafe’ has been created to help apprentices affected by the economic downturn and to ensure that any ‘down time’ they may have is used to their advantage. For further information visit the Skillsafe website at www.skillsafeni.gov.uk . The scheme has now been extended to include tradable services with immediate effect.
