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Empowering Social Care: Apprenticeships for the Social Care Workforce

19 January 2026

To celebrate NI Apprenticeship Week 2026, the Northern Ireland Social Care Council are hosting a special event on 3 February, highlighting the value of social care apprenticeships.

The event is suitable for social care employers, managers or practitioners who are interested in hearing more about apprenticeships. It’s also open to anyone hoping to find out more about embarking on a social care apprenticeship and what the benefits can be.

The event will feature key stakeholders, including government department representatives, and the Health and Social Care Sectoral Partnership, alongside insights from training providers, employers, and apprentices. Share your views on the benefits and challenges of apprenticeships.

To find out more about the event and to reserve a place, click here.


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