Why employ a Higher Level Apprentice?
North West Regional College has led the way in developing the Higher Level Apprenticeships framework within Northern Ireland based on strong links with academic partners and business.
There is no cost to the employer for participation. The College has secured funding to offer a number of Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA) programmes tailored to industry needs. These programmes offer employers an opportunity to ‘employ clever’ through an initiative which is aimed at addressing high-level skills shortages which are increasingly evident across the region.
Apprentices can be newly recruited (employed within 6 months) members of staff or existing employees who are taking on a new role within the business and who wish to upskill and re-skill may also be eligible.
Companies involved include Fujitsu, Claremount Chartered Accountant, Seagate, Terex, FAST Technologies and Vertiv.
Employers must have a base in Northern Ireland.
2025-26 Course Overview
- Level 4 HNC Construction and Renewables
- Level 4 HNC Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
- Level 4 HNC in Engineering (General Engineering)
- Level 5 HND Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Level 5 HND General Engineering
- Level 5 Accountancy
- Level 5 FD Computing
- Level 5 FD Business and Enterprise
- Level 5 FD Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management
- Level 5 Children's Care, Learning and Development
- Level 5 FD in Financial Technologies (FinTech)
Find out more
Contact us today to find out how a Higher Level Apprentice could benefit your business. Complete the enquiry form below or call 028 7127 6000.
