Pre-Tech Apprenticeship - Computer Systems & Networks
The ICT Associate Apprenticeship is the new National Apprenticeship Programme for all tech enthusiasts wishing to pursue a career in Ireland’s buoyant IT sector. FIT is the national coordinator for Level 6 Tech Apprenticeships. The programme enables participants to “earn while they learn” in leading tech companies.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
You should be at least 16 years of age.
Leaving Certificate / Leaving Certificate Applied standard
Level 4 Major award
Individual courses may have specific additional requirements. These will be outlined in the course descriptions for each course.
Relevant work experience or training will be considered.
General College Entry Requirements
• You should be at least 17 years of age.
• One references must be uploaded to your online application page.
• Leaving Certificate standard is required; or Pass Level (120 credits) in the Leaving Certificate Applied. Individual courses may have specific additional requirements. These will be outlined in the course descriptions for each course.
• Relevant work experience or training will be considered.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
• 6M0695 L6 Computer Systems and Networks- Liberties College
• TU716 L7 Networking Technologies – TU Dublin City Campus
• TU713 L7 Computer Engineering – TU Blanchardstown
• TU655 L6 Networking Technologies (learn & work) – TU Blanchardstown.
• Under the scheme, a number of approved tech companies recruit apprentices on a two year training programme. Candidates can expect to earn a wage starting at €250 per week during their training.
o 1-6 Months – Apprentices attend full-time off-the-job training and development
o 7-12 Months – On-the-job and off-the-job training and development (3 days work /2 days off-the-job training and development)
o 19-24 Months – On-the-job and off-the-job training and development (4 days work / 1 day off-the-job training and development)
Employment
• Network installation and maintenance in home computer usage and in small business networks.
• IT Technician roles in large IT and service companies.
Further information
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€150
The ICT Associate Apprenticeship is the new National Apprenticeship Programme for all tech enthusiasts wishing to pursue a career in Ireland’s buoyant IT sector. FIT is the national coordinator for Level 6 Tech Apprenticeships. The programme enables participants to “earn while they learn” in leading tech companies. To avail of this opportunity, students opt for the Level 5 Pre Tech apprenticeship course in Liberties College. Upon completion, they are eligible to apply for a two year apprenticeship with a tech company. Please note that modules listed are subject to change.
Features of this course
• Focused employability workshops with an expert from FIT.
• Work in a dedicated network lab
• Skilled tutors with industry experience
• Optional access to Microsoft certifications at no extra cost.
Principal areas of study
• Computer Systems Hardware
• Networking Essentials
• Operating Systems
• Maths for IT
• Virtualisation Support
• Programming and Design Principals
• Communications
• Work Studies
(Modules offered may be subject to change).
5M0536: Computer Systems & Networks
Tel: 01 454 0044
Email: info@liberties.cdetb.ie