DDLETB ICT Associate Apprentice - Computer Networking
- Course Code:
- Award:
- QQI - Level 6
- Application Closing Date:
- 31 August, 2026
Course Aim
The Computer Networking Associate Apprenticeship is a two-year programme designed for those who have recently completed second level education or mature learners seeking to retrain. It is a dual-education programme involving both college-based and workplace learning, where upon successful completion of the programme, candidates are awarded a QQI Level 6 Qualification in Computer Programming.
Tech Apprentices have the unique opportunity to earn a salary as they gain their qualification, and work with a leading company during the two year programme. FIT support candidates to find a Tech Apprentice employer, and support them throughout their journey into the tech sector.
The Computer Networking Associate Apprenticeship programme aims to enable participants to secure and retain employment in a computer networking role. Candidates accepted into the programme will be able to combine technical, communications, project management, and personal development skills to meet their employer’s requirements and should be able to act autonomously or as part of a team, as the occasion demands.
Requirements
Minimum candidate entry requirements are as follows. A successful candidate:
• Must be 18 years or older;
• Will be required to complete an initial aptitude test;
• Must have achieved a passing grade (or O6/H7) in 5 or more subjects, including Mathematics and English (both at Ordinary Level or above), in the Irish Leaving Certificate;
• Must be eligible to participate in Further Education and Training programmes; and
• Must be entitled to study and work in Ireland (Stamp 1G visa is not accepted at this time)
The Recognition of Prior Learning procedure may be employed in determining equivalence to the above requirements for those candidates without a suitable Leaving Certificate qualification. Additionally, those who have completed a FIT recognised Pre-Tech Apprenticeship programme will have the opportunity to furnish evidence of the same along with a copy of their Junior Certificate transcript as part of this process.
Key candidate skills and attributes are as follows. A successful candidate must:
• Be numerate and literate;
• Have good learning skills;
• Be interested in technology and customer service;
• Have the ability to absorb product knowledge;
• Be motivated and analytical;
• Possess good communication skills, a pleasant personality, and be determined to succeed;
• Have excellent interpersonal skills; Be able to work as a team member; and
• Be adaptable and flexible.