01Academy pathway
Software Development
From entry-level coding to full-stack development, our software academies are designed alongside the engineering teams who will hire the graduates.
- Python
- JavaScript
- DevOps basics
- Agile / Scrum
FIT Northern Ireland
Building tech talent
in Northern Ireland.
FIT NI partners with employers, education providers and public agencies to develop job-ready tech talent for Northern Ireland's growing digital economy.
Designed with industry. Delivered with impact. Built for real jobs.
Who we are
Practical skills.
Practical skills.
Real careers.
Employer-led pathways.
With 25+ years' experience building Ireland's ICT talent pipeline, FIT brings a proven, industry-led model to Northern Ireland.
Our all-island network combines deep employer engagement, practical training and tailored academies that lead directly to employment.
- 80%
- Average graduate employment rate across programmes
- 100+
- Employers engaged across a wide range of sectors
- 25+
- Years building Ireland's ICT talent pipeline
Trusted by:
Academies designed around real vacancies, real teams and real opportunity.
What we do
Building pathways into tech careers
At FIT NI, we co-design tailored academies with employers who will hire programme participants. This ensures learners develop the exact technical and professional skills required from day one, and bridges the gap between training and employment.
Our goal is simple: to expand and strengthen the tech talent pool for everyone. We open new pathways into tech for people who are underrepresented, changing careers or returning to work.
It's 100% worth doing - I would absolutely encourage everyone to take that leap.
Why partner with FIT NI
What sets us apart
What sets us apart
for employers
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Job-ready talent
Programme graduates are equipped with the technical and professional skills your roles require.
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Reduced recruitment risk
Access pre-screened candidates trained to your specifications, reducing onboarding time and hiring risk.
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Diverse talent pipelines
Tap into new and underrepresented talent pools, widening access and improving diversity and inclusion.
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Bespoke programmes
Programmes are designed with you, aligned to your business needs, timelines and growth plans.
How it works
A model built for real employment outcomes
- 01
Understand needs
We analyse your roles, skills gaps and workforce goals in detail.
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Design the academy
Curriculum and certification are tailored to your exact business needs.
- 03
Recruit diverse talent
Motivated candidates are sourced from untapped talent pools.
- 04
Deliver training
Structured, practical learning is delivered by industry experts.
- 05
Support employment
FIT NI supports candidates and employers through the entire process.
Our programmes
Bespoke academies across
Bespoke academies across
key tech disciplines
02Academy pathway
Data Analytics
Our analytics academies produce candidates who can work with real datasets, build reports and communicate insights for data-driven organisations.
- SQL
- Power BI
- Advanced Excel
- Python for Data
03Industry certification
Cybersecurity
Our security programmes develop technically grounded analysts and support professionals through recognised certifications and hands-on labs.
- Security+
- Network fundamentals
- Threat analysis
04Career pathway
IT Support & Infrastructure
A strong foundation for candidates new to IT and organisations that need reliable, service-focused support talent from day one.
- CompTIA A+
- Networking
- Cloud fundamentals
- ITIL basics
Our impact
Results that matter.
Results that matter.
Careers launched.
Businesses strengthened.
EmployerThe FIT academy gave us candidates who were technically prepared and ready to contribute from day one. The partnership made our recruitment faster, more effective and far less risky than going to the open market.
LearnerThe academy gave me the practical skills and confidence to make a real change. I understood what employers needed and felt supported all the way into my new role.
StakeholderFIT connects regional priorities with practical delivery. The model brings employers, learners and local partners together around outcomes that matter.
Case study
Belfast Digital Skills Academies
The Belfast Digital Skills Academy has helped participants from a range of backgrounds launch technology careers while giving employers access to skilled, motivated talent.
The programme combines employer co-design, focused recruitment and practical training that closes the gap between potential and professional readiness.
- 80%+
- Graduates into employment
- 12 weeks
- Typical programme duration
- High
- Employer satisfaction rating
- Multi
- Employer cohorts delivered
Contact us
Ready to get started?
Whether you're looking to hire entry-level tech talent, reskill your existing workforce or launch your own career in technology, FIT Northern Ireland can help you achieve your goals.