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The rate of the weekly training allowance you get is linked to your age. In 2011, if you are 15 or 16 years of age the rate is €76.65. If you are aged 17 years, the rate is €95.75. If you are 18 or over, it is €188.00. However, if you are getting a higher social welfare payment before starting the course, your training allowance will match that higher rate. Traineeship Programme You can get training, experience and a qualification by taking part in the FÁS Traineeship Programme. It involves both learning in a training centre and working with an employer. It usually lasts between 20 and 40 weeks but this depends on the course. You can train in a range of different areas – check with FÁS for details. Statutory Apprenticeship Training If you are interested in learning both on the job and in the classroom, you can do apprenticeships in trades such as engineering, construction, motor, electrical, furniture and printing. An apprenticeship generally lasts for four years, about 40 weeks of which will be in off-the-job training. During offthe-job training FÁS, or in some cases the employer, will pay you a weekly training allowance. While you are training on-the-job, your employer will pay you a recommended apprenticeship wage. Work Placement Programme If you are unemployed, you can apply to take part in the Work Placement Programme which provides full-time work experience for up to nine months. It is unpaid and voluntary 10 / Lo-call: 1890 777 121
ut if you have been getting a social welfare payment for three months you may be able to continue getting it while on the placement. To apply, you must be registered with FÁS and let FÁS know that you are interested in taking part in the programme. You can do this at any local FÁS Employment Service Office. If you are already registered with FÁS, you can register your interest in the programme on Freephone 1800 611 116 or (046) 973 8000. Youthreach The Youthreach programme provides opportunities for basic education, personal development, vocational training and work experience if you are aged 15 to 20 and have left school without formal qualifications. The course is free and trainees who are over 16 get a weekly allowance equal to the FÁS training allowance. The programme is generally full-time but a part-time course may be possible. Youthreach courses are held year-round and you can apply to join a course at any time. Courses generally last from one to two years although this can be flexible, depending on your individual needs. Having completed a Foundation Programme, you may continue to a Progression Programme to progress to the Leaving Certificate Applied course, a higher-level FETAC award or other skills training. Contact your local Youthreach centre for more information. Centres are listed on the Youthreach website, youthreach.ie. citizensinformation.ie / 11
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