Apprenticeship · Level 6 · ICT

Telecommunications & Data Network Technician

Telecoms and data network technicians install and repair the cabling and equipment that keeps people connected. It suits people who like communications technology and learning on the job.

How apprenticeships work: you are hired by an approved employer and paid while you learn, mixing work with blocks of training in a college or training centre. You don't apply through the CAO and you don't need CAO points.

Key facts

How long

2 years

Award

QQI Level 6 Higher Certificate in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering

Where you train

Higher education institution (off-the-job training); managed by TU Dublin

Pay

Salary from your employer while training on-the-job and off-the-job (rate agreed with employer)

Costs

Student contribution payable to the higher education institution over the two years (amount not stated on the page)

Entry requirements

Must be hired by an approved employer
Full eligibility criteria are in the apprenticeship brochure

How to apply

You must be hired by an approved employer. Search the Apprenticeship Jobs page or ask your local ETB. Contact TU Dublin, who manage this apprenticeship, or the industry lead Circet.

Official page on apprenticeship.ie ↗