NI Apprenticeship Awards 2026

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Apprentices, employers, and training providers are encouraged to enter the Apprenticeship Awards 2026.

The Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Awards recognise apprentices, their mentors, employers, and training organisations who have demonstrated exceptional progress as well as personal achievement and commitment.

Award categories

There are seven award categories for 2026, including:

  • Apprentice of the Year Award
  • Higher Level Apprentice of the Year Award
  • Public Sector Apprentice of the Year Award
  • Public Sector Employer in partnership with their Training Provider Award
  • Mentor Award
  • Large Employer in partnership with their Training Provider Award
  • Small to Medium Sized Enterprise (SME) in partnership with their Training Provider Award

How to apply

Apprentices, employers, and training providers are encouraged to enter the awards.

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 24 October 2025.

Apply now to the Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Awards 2026

First published 1 September 2025