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The HEA supports the development, funding and oversight of apprenticeships delivered through Ireland’s higher education system.
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is an employment opportunity programme with structured education and training. It formally combines and alternates learning in the workplace with learning in an education or training centre.
Craft Transfer Plan
New Consortia Led Apprenticeship Process Review
Access to Apprenticeship
The Access to Apprenticeship programme (ATA) is aimed at young people (16–24 years of age) from under-represented groups, to support their transition into a national apprenticeship.
Action Plan for Apprenticeship 2026–2030 (in development)
The new proposed Action Plan will aim on updating current apprenticeship policy to reflect present and future challenges within Ireland’s apprenticeship landscape. The public consultation on this new proposed Action Plan was open from 19 December 2025 until 16 February 2026. More information to follow.
Contacts
General Apprenticeship Queries
Craft Transfer Plan Queries