I want to learn new skills or start my green skills journey
The information in this section will help you find training to improve your skills or start working in the green sector.
Apprenticeships
Combine paid, practical work experience with structured training
An apprenticeship can help you gain the skills, experience and recognised qualifications you need to succeed in your chosen career — while earning as you learn.
To start an apprenticeship, you must first be employed, as the training takes place alongside your job.
Apprenticeships are available across a wide range of sectors at different levels:
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Higher Level Apprenticeships (Level 4 and above)
You can find out more about:
- What an apprentice is
- Who apprenticeships are for
- The benefits of an apprenticeship
- How much you get paid
- Contact apprenticeships
- Find a training provider
Develop or Learn New Skills
You can develop your skills at any stage of your career — whether you want to progress in your current role, change direction, or improve your job prospects.
Skill Up – free, flexible courses for people over age 18
GRASP – upskilling opportunities for the construction sector
Work Experience – short term, practical experience for the unemployed
Start Your Career: Skills & Trainee Pathways
Help to take steps into the world of work. Whether you are leaving school, returning to work, changing career, or looking to gain new skills, there are pathways available to help you build the knowledge, confidence, and experience employers are looking for.
Skills for Life and Work – training for school leavers to gain skills
Traineeships – build the skills employers are looking for
Careers Service
If you need help deciding your next step, the Careers Service can provide advice and guidance.
The Careers Service has also published Green Skills career guides, which explain:
- What green skills are
- Why they are important
- Where they are used
- Pathways into green careers in Northern Ireland
These guides are designed for both young people and adults exploring opportunities in the green economy.
The Careers Service - A Young Person’s Guide to Green Skills Careers in Northern Ireland
The Careers Service - An Adult’s Guide to Green Skills careers in Northern Ireland