Apprenticeships: Bringing College to the Workplace

“Across Europe apprenticeships are acknowledged as vital elements in the economic regeneration of member states. That is most true in an Irish context where we need to substantially enhance the range of apprenticeships. Apprenticeships address crucial skill shortages across many sectors of the economy. What is particularly noteworthy about new apprenticeships is that there is no “glass ceiling” in these learning pathways as some are the equivalent of master’s degrees or doctorates. The continued expansion of apprenticeships into new areas of the economy will enhance their image and profile and are a real option to academic-only learning pathways.” (Moriarty, 2018)