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ApprenticeshipsNI explained
ApprenticeshipsNI is a Northern Ireland programme that offers training to 16 year olds and over across a wide range of apprenticeships.

ApprenticeshipsNI qualifications explained
An apprenticeship can give you the training and qualifications you need to help you get ahead in your chosen career. The qualifications are set out in a framework and there are two levels of apprenticeship for you to choose from – Level 2 and Level 3.

ApprenticeshipsNI training suppliers
A number of training suppliers across Northern Ireland are contracted to work with apprentices to help them qualify in their chosen profession. You and your employer must speak to one of these training suppliers to arrange your ‘off- the-job’ training.

Getting started on the ApprenticeshipsNI programme
If you are interested in becoming an apprentice under the ApprenticeshipsNI programme, you must be in a job or have found an employer who is willing to take you on as an apprentice.

Employers
Are you an employer who wants to take on an apprentice or improve the skills of your employees to help your business work better? ApprenticeshipsNI could be for you.

ApprenticeshipsNI explained for employers
ApprenticeshipsNI is a Northern Ireland work-based programme designed around the needs of employers. It offers recognised training and qualifications to new and existing employees aged 16 and over, across a wide range of apprenticeships. Funding is available.

ApprenticeshipsNI qualifications explained for employers
An apprenticeship can give your employee the training and qualifications they need to get ahead and meet your business needs. The qualifications are set out in a framework and are available at Levels 2 and 3. They have been devised by industry bodies together with the Sector Skills Councils and are therefore tailored to ensure they meet the needs of your industry.

Finances and funding for ApprenticeshipsNI
An incentive payment is available for employers whose employees successfully complete the ApprenticeshipsNI programme.

Benefits to me and my business
Apprenticeships can help all types of businesses across a wide range of sectors harness fresh new talent. They can help equip your workforce with the practical skills and qualifications that your organisation needs now and in the future.

What local companies say about ApprenticeshipsNI
Many Northern Ireland companies have successfully trained their apprentices through the ApprenticeshipsNI programme and their businesses have reaped the benefits.

Getting an apprentice started on the ApprenticeshipsNI programme
You may have a potential apprentice on your workforce; if not and you want to employ one, it is really like finding any other employee.