Menu
22/08/2014
Students Reminded Of Apprenticeship Options
Robin Swann, the Ulster Unionist Chair of Stormont's Employment and Learning Committee, has congratulated this year's GCSE students, as well as advising them to carefully consider the options available to them.
In a statement the MLA said: "Our Fifth formers who are receiving their GCSE results today are facing an important crossroads in their lives. Many will choose to continue with their academic studies to AS and A Level, with ambitions to then study at University. Students and their families should consider the various opportunities and options open to them, which are not solely limited to A levels and University.
"The Committee for Employment and Learning which I chair has been looking closely at the whole area of apprenticeships in recent times. I have been really concerned at the declining numbers of young people taking up apprenticeships. The number of young people entering apprenticeships through ApprenticeshipsNI fell from 8,948 in 2010-11 to 6,345 in 2011-12; a drop of 30%.
"The Minister has at least recognized that there is a problem, and unveiled a new package of apprenticeship schemes across Northern Ireland at the beginning of this year. I would really like to see more employers and school leavers embracing the modern apprenticeship route to a career.
"Given the persistently high levels of youth unemployment, despite a pattern of better economic conditions generally, I think our colleagues of Further Education, like the Northern Regional College in my own area, have an important role in preparing and equipping our young people with the skills they need in the jobs market. I wish our GCSE students well in whatever paths they choose to take."
(JP/MH)
In a statement the MLA said: "Our Fifth formers who are receiving their GCSE results today are facing an important crossroads in their lives. Many will choose to continue with their academic studies to AS and A Level, with ambitions to then study at University. Students and their families should consider the various opportunities and options open to them, which are not solely limited to A levels and University.
"The Committee for Employment and Learning which I chair has been looking closely at the whole area of apprenticeships in recent times. I have been really concerned at the declining numbers of young people taking up apprenticeships. The number of young people entering apprenticeships through ApprenticeshipsNI fell from 8,948 in 2010-11 to 6,345 in 2011-12; a drop of 30%.
"The Minister has at least recognized that there is a problem, and unveiled a new package of apprenticeship schemes across Northern Ireland at the beginning of this year. I would really like to see more employers and school leavers embracing the modern apprenticeship route to a career.
"Given the persistently high levels of youth unemployment, despite a pattern of better economic conditions generally, I think our colleagues of Further Education, like the Northern Regional College in my own area, have an important role in preparing and equipping our young people with the skills they need in the jobs market. I wish our GCSE students well in whatever paths they choose to take."
(JP/MH)
Related Northern Ireland Recruitment News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
03 November 2011
Cable Welcomes Big Rise in Apprenticeship Numbers
Provisional figures published on Tuesday indicate that apprenticeship starts for academic year 2010/11 have risen by more than 50 per cent compared with final figures from 2009-10. The Statistical First Release shows that apprenticeship numbers have risen across all age ranges and levels of training across the apprenticeships programme.
Cable Welcomes Big Rise in Apprenticeship Numbers
Provisional figures published on Tuesday indicate that apprenticeship starts for academic year 2010/11 have risen by more than 50 per cent compared with final figures from 2009-10. The Statistical First Release shows that apprenticeship numbers have risen across all age ranges and levels of training across the apprenticeships programme.
29 August 2013
Minister Launches New Apprenticeship Programme
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry has launched a new apprenticeship programme at Norbrook Laboratories Ltd in Newry. Speaking at the launch, the Minister said: "I commend Norbrook Laboratories for creating opportunities for young people to gain employment in the pharmaceutical industry.
Minister Launches New Apprenticeship Programme
Employment and Learning Minister Dr Stephen Farry has launched a new apprenticeship programme at Norbrook Laboratories Ltd in Newry. Speaking at the launch, the Minister said: "I commend Norbrook Laboratories for creating opportunities for young people to gain employment in the pharmaceutical industry.
08 June 2016
New Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programme Announced
Over 20 employers in Northern Ireland are to take part in a new civil engineering apprenticeship programme.
New Civil Engineering Apprenticeship Programme Announced
Over 20 employers in Northern Ireland are to take part in a new civil engineering apprenticeship programme.
14 March 2016
National Apprenticeship Week Launched By Deloitte
The Employment and Learning Minister, Stephen Farry, has welcomed the start of National Apprenticeship Week at an event hosted by Deloitte. Deloitte is one of four professional services firms in the UK offering the BrightStart programme, which offers skilled school leavers employment while completing an Honours Degree in Business Technology.
National Apprenticeship Week Launched By Deloitte
The Employment and Learning Minister, Stephen Farry, has welcomed the start of National Apprenticeship Week at an event hosted by Deloitte. Deloitte is one of four professional services firms in the UK offering the BrightStart programme, which offers skilled school leavers employment while completing an Honours Degree in Business Technology.
15 August 2012
ICT Apprenticeship Scheme Launches
Employment and Learning Minister, Dr. Stephen Farry and Finance and Personnel Minister, Sammy Wilson, today launched an ICT Apprenticeship Scheme to recruit individuals into this growing and exciting sector.
ICT Apprenticeship Scheme Launches
Employment and Learning Minister, Dr. Stephen Farry and Finance and Personnel Minister, Sammy Wilson, today launched an ICT Apprenticeship Scheme to recruit individuals into this growing and exciting sector.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Rain clearing away east by early evening with some clear spells but a few showers likely to affect the North coast and other areas towards dawn, remaining breezy and mild overnight. Minimum temperature 9 °C.
