Industry Day for Career Guidance Counsellors Apprenticeship Update James Eustace ETBI Project Manager Apprenticeship, Traineeship and Work-Based Learning Email: james.eustace@etbi.ie Twitter: @ETBI_SkillsDev #GenerationApprenticeship #ETBI

Overview of todays presentation National Skills Strategy Key features of Apprenticeship Apprenticeship versus Traineeship Apprenticeships currently available Apprenticeships in Development Traineeship options Resources

Throughout the world there is evidence of the positive impact on learning which is closely linked to the workplace. The main benefits of an apprenticeship model of learning include: promoting better collaboration between enterprises and education and training providers ensuring an enterprise led role in the design and assessment of programmes improving the competitiveness of companies opening up rewarding careers for a large segment of the population ensuring that theoretical learning in an education or training institution is strongly grounded in the practical experience of undertaking a real job, supplying job ready employees and providing an ideal learning mode for those who learn best by doing.

Key Features of Apprenticeship

Target Apprenticeship Registrations

Qualifications level (s) Payment to apprentices/ Apprenticeship Traineeship Legislation Governed directly by legislation – currently 1967 Industrial Training Act Not governed by legislation Employment basis Starts with a contract of employment Starts with enrolment on an education and training course Industry involvement Industry-led, based on identified industry skills need and industry support Training Provider led, based on identified industry skills need and industry support Time on the job Minimum of 50% on the job and up to 80% Generally, a minimum of 30% on the job Qualifications level (s) NFQ Levels 5 -10 NFQ Levels 4-6 or equivalent Duration Between 2 and 4 years Between 6 and 20 months Target Cohorts Open to all, including those already in employment Payment to apprentices/ trainees Employer pays apprentice a salary Training allowance may be payable to trainee

Apprenticeships currently available CONSTRUCTION Brick and Stonelaying Carpentry and Joinery Painting and Decorating * Plastering Plumbing * Stonecutting and Stonemasonry Wood Manufacturing and Finishing ELECTRICAL Aircraft Mechanics * Electrical * Industrial Electrical Engineering Electrical Instrumentation Electronic Security Systems * Instrumentation * Refrigeration and Air Conditioning * ENGINEERING Farriery Industrial Insulation Manufacturing Engineering Manufacturing Technology Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting * Metal Fabrication Pipefitting Polymer Processing Technology Sheet Metalworking Toolmaking FINANCE Accounting Technician IFS Associate IFS Specialist Insurance Practice MOTOR Agricultural Mechanics * Construction Plant Fitting* Heavy Vehicle Mechanics* Motor Mechanics * Vehicle Body Repairs * HOSPITALITY Commis Chef ICT ICT Associate Professional Network Engineer ICT Associate Professional Software Developer How to become an Apprentice You must obtain employment as an apprentice in your chosen occupation. The employer must be approved to train apprentices. The employer must register you as an apprentice within two weeks of recruitment. In certain crafts, apprenticeship applicants are required to pass a colour vision test approved by SOLAS. Entry Requirements (pre2016) The minimum age at which the employment of an apprentice may commence is 16 years of age. The minimum educational requirements are: Grade D in five subjects in the Department of Education & Skills Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent, or The successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course or Three years’ work experience gained over sixteen years of age in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable Entry Requirements (2016)+ Minimum entry criteria varies depending on apprenticeship.

New Apprenticeships in development FOOD Butcher (Mayo Sligo Leitrim ETB) Baker TRANSPORT HGV Driver (Cavan Monaghan ETB) ENGINEERING OEM Engineer (Cavan Monaghan ETB) Wind Turbine Maintenance (Kerry ETB) FINANCE Property Services (City of Dublin ETB) IFS Advanced Specialist (NCI) HOSPITALITY Chef de Partie Sous Chef Executive Chef ICT Telecommunications Field Engineer Full list of apprenticeships including those in development

2017 Call for Apprenticeship Proposals Outcome Associate Sales Professional (MSLETB) Lean Sigma Manager Logistics Associate Supply Chain Associate Supply Chain Manager Supply Chain Specialist Principal Engineer- Professional Equipment Systems Engineer Quality Assurance Technician Quality Laboratory Technician Senior Quantity Surveyor Scaffolding (LOETB) Arboriculture (GRETB) Applied Horticulture Sport Turf Management Stud Farm Management Farm Management Farm Technician Geo-Driller Software System Designer CGI Technical Artist ICT Associate Professional in Cybersecurity Professional Bar Manager Professional Hairdressing (LCETB) Professional Healthcare Assistant Recruitment Practitioner

Over 30 Traineeships currently available CONSTRUCTION LOGISTICS Aircraft Maintenance Technician Aircraft Structures Technician OEM Engineering Laboratory Assistant Digital Sales and Marketing IT Support Specialist Software Developer IT Network Security Animation Studio Assistant Life Sciences Manufacturing Operations BUSINESS RETAIL Office Administration Business Systems Service Technician Business Administration Medical Administration Legal Administration Retail Associate Pharmacy Sales Assistant Retail Skills Health and Beauty CONSTRUCTION LOGISTICS Overhead Lines Operator Interior Systems Supply Chain Logistics Logistics and Distribution CARE HOSPITALITY Early Childhood Care and Education Health Care Assistant Hospitality Food and Beverage Service SPORTS AND LEISURE FASHION AND BEAUTY Outdoor Activity Instructor Equestrian International Instructor (BHSAI) Sports, Recreation and Exercise Beauty Therapist FINANCE Accounts Executive Financial Administration

Resources Thank You Contact your Local ETB - Senior Training Advisor Apprenticeship www.apprenticeship.ie also https://www.facebook.com/apprenticeshipireland/ Further Education Options www.fetchcourses.ie CIF website http://apprentices.ie/ School Guidance Handbook Article Traineeship www.traineeship.ie Thank You