Expand+The apprenticeship system is a modular standards-based system generally comprising of 7 alternating phases of on-the-job and off-the-job training and development. These alternating phases of training consist of 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job phases.
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Hide-The apprenticeship system is a modular standards-based system generally comprising of 7 alternating phases of on-the-job and off-the-job training and development. These alternating phases of training consist of 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job phases.

The duration of the 3 off the-job training phases does not normally exceed 40 weeks.

The off-the-job phases are delivered by a training centre, an Institute of Technology or another approved training provider.

The key factor in delivery of an off-the-job training phase is that it is delivered in a single training environment to ensure the integration of practical training with the necessary theoretical and personal skills.

You will attend Dundalk Institute of Technology for Phase 4 and Phase 6 of the Standards Based Apprenticeship. Both phases last between 10 and 11 weeks.

On-the-Job / Off-the-Job:;
PHASE 1: On-the-Job with the Employer (Minimum 3 months)
PHASE 2: Off-the-Job with Training Centre (Up to 20 Weeks)
PHASE 3: On-the-Job with the Employer (Minimum 6 months)
PHASE 4: Off-the-Job Institute of Technology (10 - 11 Weeks)
PHASE 5: On-the-Job with the Employer (Minimum 6 months)
PHASE 6 Off-the-Job Institute of Technology (10 or 11 Weeks)
PHASE 7: On-the-Job with the Employer (Minimum 3 months)

Expand+Apprentices must be employed in their chosen occupation by an employer who has been approved by SOLAS. The employer must register the apprentice with SOLAS within 2 weeks of recruitment.

Apprentices must be at least 16 years of age and have a mini...

Hide-Apprentices must be employed in their chosen occupation by an employer who has been approved by SOLAS. The employer must register the apprentice with SOLAS within 2 weeks of recruitment.

Apprentices must be at least 16 years of age and have a minimum of grade D in any five subjects in the Junior Certificate or equivalent. However, employers may require additional minimum qualifications.

Where individuals do not meet the minimum requirements they may be registered as an apprentice by an employer if:

They satisfactorily complete an approved preparatory training course and assessment interview.
For information on these courses please contact your local Employment Services Office

OR

Over 16 years of age with a minimum of three years relevant work experience. This work experience must be in a relevant designated industrial activity as SOLAS shall deem acceptable.

In certain occupations, a vision test is required.

Expand+The Annual Student Contribution is levied on students attending Higher Education. Institutions including Institutes of Technology.

As part of changes included in Budget 2014, apprentices now pay the same contribution as full-time students, but the...

Hide-The Annual Student Contribution is levied on students attending Higher Education. Institutions including Institutes of Technology.

As part of changes included in Budget 2014, apprentices now pay the same contribution as full-time students, but their contribution will be based on the time they spend in the Institutes.

This is typically one third of the Annual Student Contribution paid by students attending for the full academic year but it can be greater for certain trades where longer periods are spent in Institutes of Technology.

The amount due for full-time students for the academic year 2016/2017 which ends in June 2017 is €3,000. The Student Contribution is payable on the date of registration for the training phase.

Please note, a percentage of the Facilities Contribution Fee may also be applicable.

Expand+The Annual Student Contribution is levied on students attending Higher Education. Institutions including Institutes of Technology.

As part of changes included in Budget 2014, apprentices now pay the same contribution as full-time students, but the...

Hide-The Annual Student Contribution is levied on students attending Higher Education. Institutions including Institutes of Technology.

As part of changes included in Budget 2014, apprentices now pay the same contribution as full-time students, but their contribution will be based on the time they spend in the Institutes.

This is typically one third of the Annual Student Contribution paid by students attending for the full academic year but it can be greater for certain trades where longer periods are spent in Institutes of Technology.

The amount due for full-time students for the academic year 2016/2017 which ends in June 2017 is €3,000. The Student Contribution is payable on the date of registration for the training phase.

Please note, a percentage of the Facilities Contribution Fee may also be applicable.

Expand+The electrician is involved in the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of various wiring systems and services in domestic, commercial and industrial applications. This course is ONLY available to current SOLAS registered apprentices....

Hide-The electrician is involved in the installation, commissioning, testing and maintenance of various wiring systems and services in domestic, commercial and industrial applications. This course is ONLY available to current SOLAS registered apprentices.

Work ranges from wiring of domestic houses, offices and retail units to more complex systems involving instrumentation, process control and maintenance in industrial plants, hospitals and power stations. Electricians also service, maintain and repair electrical equipment, both domestic and industrial.

Apprentices who successfully complete all 7 phases are conferred with Level 6 Advanced Craft Certificate.

Only holders of a Craft Certificate can be registered as qualified craftsperson. This award is recognised nationally and internationally.

About this Programme
Apprenticeship is the recognised means by which people are trained to become craftspeople in Ireland. The main craft trades have been designated by SOLAS and come within the scope of the Statutory Apprenticeship system, which is organised in Ireland by SOLAS in co-operation with the Department of Education and Skills, employers and unions. Apprenticeship is a demand-driven, workplace and classroom, educational and training programme for employed people aimed at developing the skills of the apprentice to meet the needs of industry and the labour market.

The apprenticeship system is a modular standards based system generally comprising of 7 alternating phases of on-the-job and off-the-job training and development. These alternating phases of training consist of 3 off-the-job and 4 on-the-job phases. The duration of the 3 off-the-job training phases does not normally exceed 40 weeks.

The off-the-job phases are delivered by a Training Centre, an Institute of Technology or another approved training provider. The key factor in delivery of an off-the-job training phase is that it is delivered in a single training environment to ensure the integration of practical training with the necessary theoretical and personal skills.

What Apprenticeships can I do in DkIT?
Dundalk Institute of Technology provides the educational service for Phase 4 and Phase 6 of the Standards Based Apprenticeship system in the following Trade/Crafts:

Carpentry & Joinery
Electrical
Motor Mechanics
Plumbing

Expand+The education and training structure common to all trades delivered at DkIT consists of the following phases:
Phase 1: On-the-job training with the employer (12 weeks)
Phase 2: Off-the-job training with ETB (20 to 22 weeks)
Phase 3: On-the-job tra...

Hide-The education and training structure common to all trades delivered at DkIT consists of the following phases:
Phase 1: On-the-job training with the employer (12 weeks)
Phase 2: Off-the-job training with ETB (20 to 22 weeks)
Phase 3: On-the-job training with the employer
Phase 4: Off-the-job training with the Institute of Technology (10 - 11 weeks)
Phase 5: On-the-job training with the employer
Phase 6: Off-the-job training with the Institute of Technology (10 - 11 weeks)
Phase 7: On-the-job training with the employer

The Department is sub-divided into a number of sections that deliver the phase 4 and phase 6 training programmes for the trades of Carpenter-Joiner, Electrican, Motor Mechanic, and Plumber.

Subjects Phase 4 consists of 3 Modules (11 Weeks in total):
• Module 1 Electricity 2
• Module 2 Power Distribution 1
• Module 3 Electronics 1

Phase 6 consists of 5 Modules (11 Weeks in total):
• Module 1 Automatic Control
• Module 2 Access control and Alarm Systems
• Module 3 Electricity 3
• Module 4 Power Distribution 2
• Module 5 Electronics 2

Expand+Career Options
You will be qualified to work within your chosen apprenticeship field or you may decide to further develop your career i.e. company-based, cross-skilling, up-skilling, management or self-employment.

Progression Options
On successf...

Hide-Career Options
You will be qualified to work within your chosen apprenticeship field or you may decide to further develop your career i.e. company-based, cross-skilling, up-skilling, management or self-employment.

Progression Options
On successful completion of your apprenticeship you are eligible for consideration for entry into related degree courses provided by various institutes of technologies including DkIT, provided you also meet other special entry requirements.

Further information on progression from Advanced Certificate - Craft to levels 7 and 8 are available on the QQI website.