APPRENTICESHIPS
Former SWC Electrical apprentice Daniel Knox, who studied at the SWC Enniskillen Technology and Skills Centre and is employed by GP Electrical & security, emerged victorious at Europe’s largest skills competition the Euro Skills Olympics in Gdańsk, Poland in 2023, which he feels wouldn’t have been possible without the apprenticeship route.
Andrew McCann from Aughnacloy studied Plumbing and Heating at the Omagh campus, and says apprenticeships are the way forward.
Darragh Burke from Derrygonnelly studies Level 2 Painting and Decorating at the Enniskillen Technology and Skills Centre and is employed as an apprentice with Shane Kelly from Belleek, which he says offers a perfect combination.
College is a complete game-changer for anyone aspiring to a career in construction. I don’t think I would be where I am financially without this option. It accelerates your career path, equipping you with years of hands-on experience, that makes you stand out amongst your peers.” Christopher Robinson, Head of Work-based Learning at SWC, said, “NI Apprenticeship Week showcases the wide-ranging benefits of apprenticeships to both young people ready to start a career and to local employers wanting to strengthen their skills base. “Apprenticeships provide students with the knowledge and skills for careers that will provide them with the best possible job opportunities for their future. “Apprenticeships are about much more than learning a trade. The range of industries offering apprenticeships has never been more varied; they are a stepping stone to wherever you want to go, be it higher education, career progression, working globally or owning your own business.” T: +44 (0)28 8225 0109 www.swc.ac.uk Enniskillen resident Nathan Shaw is studying for an HLA in Construction Engineering with Surveying at SWC Enniskillen. As part of his foundation degree level qualification, he studies at the College one day per week and is employed four days a week at Tracey Concrete Ltd.
Amelia McCormack from Loughgall in Co Armagh completed a Higher Level Apprenticeship foundation degree in Business Management at SWC Dungannon, achieving a distinction while progressing in her career at Terex.
constructing foundations, solid walls and cavity walls. She has gained expertise in working at heights by building gable walls, including the construction of chimney stacks, and been involved in timber frame construction for new residential housing contracts. Aine said, “I have always loved
encourage them to join the electrical apprenticeship at SWC, as you will not only be earning and learning, but you will have the opportunity to compete in professionally organised and challenging skills competitions that will help you improve your confidence and skill set.” Amelia McCormack from Loughgall
working with my hands and getting stuck in. I have learned so much out onsite with my employer, and in college through my brickwork apprenticeship.” Former SWC Electrical apprentice Daniel Knox, who studied at the Enniskillen Technology and Skills Centre and is employed by GP Electrical & security, emerged victorious at Europe’s largest skills competition the Euro Skills
gained 10 GCSEs and three A Levels at St Catherine’s College before, attracted by the earn-while-you-
“Apprenticeships provide students with the knowledge and skills for careers that will provide them with the best possible job opportunities for their future.”
learn aspect, she opted for an HLA
foundation degree in Business Management at SWC Dungannon campus and achieved
a distinction while progressing in her career at Terex. Enniskillen resident Nathan Shaw is studying for an HLA in Construction Engineering with Surveying at the Enniskillen campus one day per week, and is employed four days a week at Tracey Concrete Ltd. Nathan said, “The HLA offering at the
Olympics in Gdańsk, Poland in 2023, which he feels wouldn’t have been possible without the apprenticeship route. Daniel, who is now a fully qualified electrician, said, “For others seeking to enter the sector, I would
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