Apprenticeship Courses (FET / HET)

Software Developer - Apprenticeship

Kerry College
Kerry College
Course Code
SDA
Career Zone
Duration
2 Years
Attendence
In order to secure an apprenticeship, you must first secure a contract with an employer. You must apply directly to an employer rather than to the training provider. Once you have found an employer to take you on as an apprentice, your employer must then register you as an apprentice with SOLAS. Your training will then be organised through the local ETB, Institute of Technology or Higher Education College. All apprenticeship courses are run subject to demand.

Course Summary

Work as a software developer. Earn while you learn. Ideal for school leavers or mature learners looking to retrain.

The primary role of a software developer is to be able to build, test and modify high-quality code.

Course Details

Kerry College
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Career Sectors

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Apprenticeship Details

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Software Developer - Apprenticeship

The Student - Career Interests

This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Investigative

The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.

Progression to CAO Courses

Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)

This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.

To view CAO courses to which any Major Award (including this one) provides a possible Progression route, click below:

CAO with Any QQI Major Award

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Further Research

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