Apprenticeship Grants
CITB NI has launched a campaign to encourage 100 new apprentices into the local construction industry in an effort to meet a demand and to address the skills shortages in traditional trades such as bricklayers, joiners and roofers.
The initiative comes as factors such as skills shortages and an aging workforce are putting the industry at risk, creating opportunities to encourage growth amongst employers and apprentices within the sector.
Information on Apprenticeship Providers
Download our latest list of training providers and colleges who provide construction apprenticeships in Northern Ireland. Please note this is not an exhaustive list and contact your local training provider for clarification of training offered.
Apprenticeship Grant Rates
From 1 September 2018 the apprentice grant rates will increase 30% please refer to table below for increased grant values;
CITB NI has enhanced apprenticeship grants available to CITB NI registered employers meaning that an employer can gain £5200[i] during the 3 year cycle of training an apprentice plus an additional £1500 from the Department for the Economy for employers who take on apprentices from the very start right through to completion of NVQ Level 2 and 3.
|
Year 1 |
Employment Grant |
£1,300 |
Running Total |
|
Year 2 |
Employment Grant |
£1,300 |
£2,300 |
|
VQ Level 2 Achievement |
£650 |
£3,250 |
|
Year 3 |
Employment Grant |
£650 |
£3,900 |
|
VQ Level 3 Achievement |
£1,300 |
£5,200 |
Useful Resources
CITB NI have published 3 detailed guides to help with all the relevant information relating to apprenticeships. Please download what is relevant to you for the latest information available.