Apprenticeship Programmes

Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Questions (1157)

John McGuinness

Question:

1157. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the number of apprentices undertaking courses at a centre (details supplied); the type of apprenticeships offered; the number of applicants for each course in each of the past four years; the number of full time clerical staff involved in the administration of the courses and their qualifications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [71422/25]

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Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science

At present, Tipperary FET College Carrick-on-Suir provides training for the Electrical programme at Phase 2. Apprenticeship provision began at the centre in September 2024. As such, it is only possible to provide data commencing from that date. As of 10 December, 70 electrical apprentices have already gone through training at Tipperary FET College Carrick-on-Suir, and an additional 28 apprentices are currently undertaking training there.

In compliance with GDPR legislation, it is not possible to provide detailed information regarding the specific qualifications held by individuals. Programme training is provided by three Electrical instructors, each with a minimum of a Level 6 National Craft Certificate and a minimum of five years' experience. The centre employs two clerical staff - one full-time and one part-time - who are responsible for the administration of all FET provision within the centre.