FIT Ukrainian Training and Employment Services Hub
FIT is utilising its unique resources, expertise & experience to aid those displaced by the war in Ukraine successfully integrate into Irish society and workforce.
FIT Ukrainian Training and Employment Services Hub
FIT is utilising its unique resources, expertise & experience to aid those displaced by the war in Ukraine successfully integrate into Irish society and workforce.
Who are FIT?
The FIT Ukrainian Training & Employment Services Hub is based out of FIT’s Head Office in Dublin. The FIT Ukrainian Training & Employment Services Hub was the recipient of funding from Indeed and the Community Foundation for Ireland for the period June 2023-June 2024.
FIT (Fastrack into Information Technology) is a representative organisation of the technology sector committed to growing Ireland’s tech talent pipeline. Working in close collaboration with national education and training provision, national and regional development agencies and community organisations, FIT’s mission is to promote an inclusive and sustainable smart economy, ensuring access to in-demand tech skills for quality employment and shared prosperity. In doing so, we are maximising opportunity through technology and making technology work for all.
How we can help you?
The purpose of the Hub is to provide you with orientation and information about training programmes and educational opportunities in technology, available through FIT.
This page can provide you with information and resources about FIT:
English Classes
CV Workshops
Interview Technique Workshops
Training Courses
Digital Skills Development
General Information
Find out how the FIT Ukrainian Training & Employment Hub helped Hanna
Testimonials from Ukrainians
My name is Halyna Halushko, I have lived all my life in Kharkiv. Our city was and is under constant attacks, so our family decided to move. I have worked in the bank for 19 years, the last position - Regional head of the Eastern region of the bank for corporate business.
I consider Fit to be one of the most successful organizations for helping Ukrainians. Of course, if you have a desire to adapt in a new country. Very useful English lessons, help with CV. All consultations are provided professionally and on time. The English classes are the best classes I have ever attended. The Company employs people who are not indifferent and try to help others. My husband also uses FIT services in his job search.
During my acquaintance with FIT I have completed several course. I began Python & have improved my English, I also got a lot of connections with tech professionals and expanded my network of contacts substantially. I feel more confident and it helps me to pass interviews without the stress! FIT is a wonderful team of professionals, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to improve my skills & renew my career.
Thanks to FIT Ukrainian Hub, I enrolled in the ICT Tech Apprentice Software Development course and am studying English in a group with Kira, in addition, we were provided with LinkedIn Premium, which has LinkedIn Learning, which helps to get acquainted and gain new knowledge in IT. At FIT Ukrainian Training & Employment Hub I met refugees from Ukraine like me, who are actively supported by the organization and the Irish government. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to gain new knowledge, help in adaptation to a new country, a warm welcome and a motivational atmosphere.
FIT passionately helped me with preparing CVs, training with interviews, improving my English skills, gaining helpful first feedback from tech professionals, gaining apprenticeship opportunities, and joining practical online tech classes. It’s just a brief list because there are many things behind every item. Also, they help in finding a job for people I know from the Ukrainian community. By the way, I am starting my first job in Ireland at a technological university now. FIT helps with integration and networking. So, there are the essential things that should bring impressive results to Ireland. I appreciate your visionary efforts, guys. Thanks!
My name is Halyna Halushko, I have lived all my life in Kharkiv. Our city was and is under constant attacks, so our family decided to move. I have worked in the bank for 19 years, the last position - Regional head of the Eastern region of the bank for corporate business.
I consider Fit to be one of the most successful organizations for helping Ukrainians. Of course, if you have a desire to adapt in a new country. Very useful English lessons, help with CV. All consultations are provided professionally and on time. The English classes are the best classes I have ever attended. The Company employs people who are not indifferent and try to help others. My husband also uses FIT services in his job search.
During my acquaintance with FIT I have completed several course. I began Python & have improved my English, I also got a lot of connections with tech professionals and expanded my network of contacts substantially. I feel more confident and it helps me to pass interviews without the stress! FIT is a wonderful team of professionals, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to improve my skills & renew my career.
Thanks to FIT Ukrainian Hub, I enrolled in the ICT Tech Apprentice Software Development course and am studying English in a group with Kira, in addition, we were provided with LinkedIn Premium, which has LinkedIn Learning, which helps to get acquainted and gain new knowledge in IT. At FIT Ukrainian Training & Employment Hub I met refugees from Ukraine like me, who are actively supported by the organization and the Irish government. I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to gain new knowledge, help in adaptation to a new country, a warm welcome and a motivational atmosphere.
FIT passionately helped me with preparing CVs, training with interviews, improving my English skills, gaining helpful first feedback from tech professionals, gaining apprenticeship opportunities, and joining practical online tech classes. It’s just a brief list because there are many things behind every item. Also, they help in finding a job for people I know from the Ukrainian community. By the way, I am starting my first job in Ireland at a technological university now. FIT helps with integration and networking. So, there are the essential things that should bring impressive results to Ireland. I appreciate your visionary efforts, guys. Thanks!
FAQS
Jobs
FIT can help you improve your chances of access employment in Ireland by helping you with your CV, interview techniques and by offering guidance on relevant training & skills development.
At this link https://is.gd/2fock1 you can download presentations in Ukrainian or English, additional information and CV templates so that you always remember the key points of creating a CV and conducting interviews. An alternative link to Google Drive https://is.gd/NzKdG6
Remember that you need to make a CV using the templates above, fill them in the Irish sample, we can help with grammatical / spelling errors, professional language skills and general advice. That is, the design and personal sections such as Work Experience, Education, Hobbies should be ready.
There are many different resources for finding a job. Recommended sites include:
https://ie.indeed.com/ because there are reviews about employers, and you can understand in advance what kind of company and how they relate to their employees. Also about the reviews is a very useful resource.
https://glassdoor.ie/, where you can find out how much they pay in a particular company in a particular position.
You can also use LinkedIn.com yourself to find a job, most Irish companies are present there and post vacancies there more often.
https://jobsireland.ie/ has various jobs, including government programs.
If you are a qualified medical or educational professional please find information below on how to get registered in Ireland. Education and medicine are regulated here by the relevant unions. To work in Ireland as a teacher, you need to have permission from the relevant union and be registered with them.
Teaching https://teachingcouncil.ie/
and medicine https://medicalcouncil.ie/
Training
Thanks to Temporary Protection Directive, Ukrainians have the same rights as European citizens, so they are entitled to free training in QQI levels 5-6, this is the equivalent of our vocational training such as vocational schools or Ukrainian colleges. You can find QQI 5-6 courses here: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder
QQI 7-9 levels are also available, which are completely free for the unemployed and will only need to pay 10% of the course fee in case the person is working full-time: https://springboardcourses.ie/search
FIT also offer a range of courses and you can find more info here: https://fit.ie/courses/
Ukrainians may be eligible for payments while studying or can keep existing payments for certain courses, but some payments like jobseeker allowance unemployment benefits are only available for a set period. More information on some supports can be found here:
1. The PLC Bursary scholarship covering tuition at 5-6 levels is also available for Ukrainians.
2. Also, BTEA is one of the popular scholarships to receive
English
If you sign up for English lessons you will be invited to an English assessment. Once this is completed notification of level/grading is issued. You are then invited to attend a relevant group and will be notified about the time and date.
If you wish to work on your English yourself in tandem with actual classes, you could try Luke’s English Podcast through the free application player.fm: https://player.fm/series/lukes-english-podcast-learn-british-english-with-luke-thompson-1429207
In order to prepare for the Irish job market you will need a CV. Here are some resources, https://is.gd/2fock1 in Ukrainian and English. There is additional information and CV templates so that you always remember the key points of creating a CV and conducting interviews. An alternative link to Google Drive https://is.gd/NzKdG6
Remember that you need to make a CV using the templates above, fill them in the Irish sample, we can help with grammatical/spelling errors, professional language skills and general advice. The design and personal sections such as Work Experience, Education, Hobbies should be ready before you begin this workshop, if possible.
Here are some resources, https://is.gd/2fock1 in Ukrainian and English. There is additional information and CV templates so that you always remember the key points of creating a CV and conducting interviews. An alternative link to Google Drive https://is.gd/NzKdG6
FIT will provide you with information on courses that are relevant to your skills & future plans. In the meantime, please feel free to view info on https://fit.ie/courses/
FIT partnering with LinkedIn and Microsoft can provide you with access to a LinkedIn Learning certification platform. This platform gives you access to short online courses in business, creative and tech.
One of the best ways to demonstrate your competence to a future employer is through LinkedIn Learning. The LinkedIn digital certificate platform enables you can gain or improve your digital skills simply by practicing online at any time convenient for you. FIT also can offer you access to multiple learning platforms through our established tech partnerships.
Other helpful resources
Info for Ukrainians
Immigration services
Click the link below for more information on immigration services such as:
- More Information on the EU Temporary Protection Directive
- Who can avail of Temporary Protection?
- Entitlements for persons granted Temporary Permission
- Who is excluded from eligibility for Temporary Protection?
- Registering your immigration permission
Immigration FAQs
This FAQ page provides the most up to date arrangements for Ukrainian Citizens and their Family members wishing to travel to Ireland.
Click the FAQ link below for the most up to date arrangements for Ukrainian citizens and their family members.
Coming to Ireland from Ukraine
Click the links below for more information on services such as:
- Visas
- Immigration and international protection
- Ukraine Support Centres
- Social welfare
- Accommodation and housing
- Healthcare and medical cards
- Working in Ireland
- Education
- Pets, driving and other issues
Coming to Ireland from Ukraine (citizensinformation.ie)
Information for Ukrainian refugees coming to Ireland (Irish Refugee Council)
Libraries Ireland – National Library Network of Ireland.
For a full list of libraries and their locations across Ireland, please visit: Library Services in Ireland | Libraries Ireland
- You can get a free library card from your local library. If you are in temporary accommodation or if you move, you can show a Library staff member your Ukrainian photo ID and you will be issued a card, which you can use in any library in Ireland. Children are also issued with their own Library Membership Card.
- With your Library Membership Card, you can use a computer for free in a library, work on your CV and access online training supports that the Ukrainian Hub provide
- Casual English Language Classes are held in libraries across Ireland, providing individuals with an opportunity to practice their English with peers, which is a very important method of improving conversation and skill.
- Two programmes that you can access free and online via a Library website, using your Library Membership card include:
- Universal Class: this programme provides learners with a range of modules, accredited through the International Association for Continuing Education and Training. Universal Class courses are awarded CEU (Continuing Education Units) points. Certificates of Completion (digital and print) are awarded at the end of study. Courses are delivered in live sessions with tutors. Library Members are entitled to 5 Universal Class courses for free.
- Transparent Language: Transparent Language is a free online language course. There is an adult version and children’s version and can be navigated at the learner’s own pace
Supports for Ukrainians in Ireland
Click the link below for more information on services such as:
- Supports for Ukrainians in Ireland-duction
- Information in Ukrainian and Russian
- Education and childcare supports
- Looking for work
- Health
- Transport
- Opening a bank account
- Post, phone and internet services
- Immigration advice
Supports for Ukrainians in Ireland
National Library Service
You can get a free library card from your local library. If you are in temporary accommodation or if you move, you can show a Library staff member your Ukrainian photo ID and you will be issued a card, which you can use in any library in Ireland. Children are also issued with their own Library Membership Card.
With your Library Membership Card, you can use computers for free in any local library across Ireland, work on your CV and access online training supports that the Ukrainian Hub provide
With your Library Membership Card, you can use a computer for free in a library, which can assist you in accessing FIT education and training online workshops
Casual English Language Classes are held in libraries across Ireland, providing individuals with an opportunity to practice their English with peers, which is a very important method of improving conversation and skill.
Two programmes that you can access free and online via a Library website, using your Library Membership card include:
Universal Class: this programme provides learners with a range of modules, accredited through the International Association for Continuing Education and Training. Universal Class courses are awarded CEU (Continuing Education Units) points. Certificates of Completion (digital and print) are awarded at the end of study. Courses are delivered in live sessions with tutors. Library Members are entitled to 5 Universal Class courses for free.
Transparent Language: Transparent Language is a free online language course. There is an adult version and children’s version and can be navigated at the learner’s own pace
For a full list of libraries and their locations across Ireland, please visit: https://www.librariesireland.ie/
Public services for people who have arrived in Ireland from Ukraine
Click the link below for more information on services such as:
- Accommodation
- Childcare and education
- Healthcare and disability services
- Irish people in Ukraine
https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/5152c-contact-public-services-people-arrived-in-ireland-ukraine/
Protecting Children
Click the link below for guidance for protecting displaced and refugee children in and outside of Ukraine.
https://www.unicef.org/emergencies/guidance-protecting-displaced-children-ukraine
Work Equal/ Dress for Success
Click the link below for information on professional styling, mentoring, workshops, and career consulting services which are free of charge to support women (re)entering the workforce.
Info for people wishing to help Ukrainians
Click the links below for how people/ businesses can help
How people and community groups can help
How can you accommodate Ukrainian Refugees
DCEDIY and Irish Red Cross launch accommodation pledge register to support Ukrainian refugees
Arriving in Ireland
Click the link below for more information on services such as:
- What happens when you arrive at Dublin Airport
- If you arrive in Ireland as an unaccompanied minor
- If you have arrived in Ireland and have not received your permission letter
- If you have already arrived in Ireland and want to get a PPSN and apply for income supports
- Applying for international protection
- Registering your immigration permission
Social Welfare supports
Click the link below for more information on welfare services such as:
- Social Welfare supports for those arriving from Ukraine under the EU Temporary Protection Directive
- Getting public services when you arrive in Ireland
- Get a Personal Public Services Number (PPSN)
- Income supports
- Apply for income supports
- Getting a payment
- What to do if you start working
- Where to go to get government supports
Social Welfare supports for those arriving from Ukraine (Gov.ie)
Click the link below for guidance for protecting displaced and refugee children in and outside of Ukraine
Unicef Guidance for protecting children in and outside of Ukraine
Temporary protection
Click the links below for more information on temporary protection services:
Ireland’s response to the situation in Ukraine (Gov.ie)
Accommodation
Click the links below for more information on accommodation services:
Accommodation for you or your family
Employment, childcare and education
Click the links below for more information on services such as:
- Employment and self-employment
- Pre-school and childcare
- Education
Employment, childcare and education (Gov.ie)
Childcare and education (Gov.ie)
Education, Schools and Training Boards
The 16 regional ETBs and will be staffed by existing regionally based education support personnel. The primary role of the REALT is to build on existing regional education support structures and the initial focus will be on assisting families in securing school places. Click the link below for more information.
Regional Education And Language Teams For Ukraine
Children Pre-school
Click the link below for more information on Pre-school services.
Dublin City Childcare Committee
Online Schools & Courses
Ukrainian School is a virtual school created to ensure the adaptation of children to study in another country. Click the link below for more information.
eCollege is a government-funded online training facility. It provides a range of online learning courses, available any time through broadband internet access. Click the link below for more information.
Free online training courses with eCollege (Gov.ie)
Click the link below for more information on healthcare services such as:
- Healthcare services that are provided
- Paying for these services
- Healthcare services for children, women and older people
- Medical treatment for people with chronic diseases or other emergency illnesses
- Information in Ukrainian and Russian
Healthcare services for Ukrainian nationals in Ireland
Finding a GP (Family Doctor)
To find a doctor click the link below:
Find GP Services in your area (hse.ie)
Medical Cards
Ukrainian refugees automatically qualify for a medical card. Click the link below for more information.
Healthcare and Disability services
For accessing public healthcare and disability services click the link below.
Healthcare and Disability services
Bus Services
Click the links below for more information on bus services.
Train Services
Click the links below for more information on train services.
Driving
Citizen Information – 0818 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm). Click the links below for more information on driving licences.
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