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Apprenticeship Ireland opportunities

Summary

Senator Byrne highlighted Apprenticeship Ireland’s website and app as a new route into technology apprenticeships and workplace training for young people.

I rise today to draw attention to Apprenticeship Ireland's website and app, which provide an opportunity for young people to engage with industry leaders in technology. Young people can undertake a two-year apprenticeship programme in conjunction with many of the leading companies while being educated. There are many opportunities for inhouse education and training, as well as on-site and off-site workshops, with leaders in technology. We have always said here that there are not enough apprenticeships but this initiative is new and inviting. There were 250 participants in 2018 and it is planned to increase that figure to more than 1,000 by 2020. It is something we must draw attention to and encourage people to consider. Sometimes third level education is not for everyone but this is a new way of looking at education and skills.

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