This course is designed to assist students in identifying their career skills and interests. It is ideal for anyone who needs support in their preparation for the job market. It will also suit those who wish to improve their career-readiness but may also be considering further study in the future.

This apprenticeship consists of four on-the-job phases with an approved employer and three off-the-job phases in an educational organisation. Apprentices will be invited to attend their off-the-job training phases in accordance with the SOLAS scheduling system.

On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified carpenter and joiner, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Carpentry and Joinery.

You will go on to be employed in the construction industry on building sites, in a joinery shop or in maintenance and other areas like renovating buildings, shopfitting, exhibition/display work.

Many craftspersons use their qualification as a platform to launch careers such as managers, owners of businesses and instructors amongst others.

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the craft of carpentry and joinery, focusing on the skills required to cut, shape, and join wood-based products using a diverse range of hand tools, power tools, and industrial machinery. Beyond technical mastery and manual dexterity, the program emphasizes the essential professional standards of the trade, including rigorous health and safety awareness, effective problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail. Students will develop the ability to plan and organize projects both independently and collaboratively, ensuring they emerge with the aesthetic eye and customer-relation skills necessary for a successful career in the construction and woodworking industries.

This course delivers essential technical proficiency in woodworking and building construction, emphasizing craftsmanship and structural integrity. It is strategically designed for individuals aiming to secure apprenticeships or progress into higher-level construction degrees, providing the hands-on experience and safety knowledge required for the modern building industry.

This one year full-time course at Post-Leaving Certificate level is designed for students who aspire to apprenticeships in Carpentry & Joinery or related trades. It also allows successful students the opportunity to progress into further studies at Third Level or Further Education.

On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified carpenter and joiner, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft – Carpentry and Joinery.

You will go on to be employed in the construction industry on building sites, in a joinery shop or in maintenance and other areas like renovating buildings, shopfitting, exhibition/display work.

Many craftspersons use their qualification as a platform to launch careers such as managers, owners of businesses and instructors amongst others.

This hands-on course focuses on modern wood construction with a strong emphasis on NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) standards. You will gain practical experience in energy-efficient building techniques, from airtight construction to sustainable material use.The course also introduces furniture making, giving you the foundational skills to design and craft custom wood pieces, blending functionality with craftsmanship.