Upcoming FIT Tech courses and Apprenticeship Programmes

FIT are welcoming applicants for their upcoming Technology and Apprenticeship Programme intakes for 2024. The following details relate to FIT’s Tech Apprenticeship Programmes:

• 15^th July: Computer Networking Apprenticeship Programme, Dublin. This two year Apprenticeship Programme at QQI Level 6, covers the following subject areas: network configuration, cloud, network administration, security and performance management
• September: Software Development Apprenticeship Programme, Dublin and Galway. This two year Apprenticeship Programme at QQI Level 6, equips the learner with foundational knowledge of building, testing and modifying high quality code, allowing progression into project management, planning and research, systems design, IT architecture and business systems analysis.
• October: Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Programme, Dundalk and Dublin.  This two year Apprenticeship Programme at QQI Level 6, supports the learner and provides foundational knowledge in theory and practical skills required to be employed as Cybersecurity specialists.
• November- Computer Networking Apprenticeship Programme and Software Development Apprenticeship Programmes - Dublin.
• Other Apprenticeship and Technology Programmes are being prepared to be delivered in Galway and Dublin, in October and November, which will run in synchronicity.

Other FIT Technology Courses accepting applications currently include:

• 21^st October: QQI Level 4 Introduction to Manufacturing Processes, Ballina Training Centre, Mayo. This is a full time, 39 week course, starting on the 21^st October 2024, will cover subject areas such Electronics, Functional Maths, Workplace Safety and Continuous Improvement in Manufacturing. For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=446408
• 18^th November: QQI Level 6 Manufacturing Technician Traineeship. This 46 week full time course, starting on the 18^th November, in the Ballina Training Centre, Mayo, positions candidates to pursue challenging and rewarding careers in the role of manufacturing process support, in a variety of industry settings. Such roles encompass electronic, electrical, mechanical, PLCs (programmable logic controllers) with computational skills, all of which must be executed in the context of safe working practices. The traineeship also includes 12 weeks of work experience - learners are supported to seek sponsorship for this element and use this opportunity to seek gainful employment in the manufacturing sector. For more information, please visit https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=422214

FIT strives towards inclusive and accessible practice, supporting people entering the Tech Talent Pipeline. Applicants, of all abilities are welcome and the FIT Team can provide learners with modifications and interventions, to create a unique support infrastructure, assisting them throughout their course of learning and beyond into secured employment.

Applicants to FIT’s Tech Apprenticeship Programmes and other courses of study through FIT are reminded that there are application and eligibility criteria, to secure a place on one of our courses.

For more information, please email [email protected] or visit FIT’s Tech Apprenticeship Programme page: Courses - FIT - Tech Apprenticeships and Courses