Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Awards 2027

Apprentices, employers, and training providers are encouraged to enter the NI Apprenticeship Awards 2027.

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 eight award categories for 2027, including:

• Apprentice of the Year Award
• Higher Level Apprentice of the Year Award
• Public Sector Apprentice of the Year Award
• Champion of the Year Award
• Large Employer in partnership with their Training Provider Award (250 employees and over)
• Small to Medium-Sized Enterprise (SME) in partnership with their Training Provider Award (under 250 employees)
• Mentor Award
• Public Sector Employer in partnership with their Training Provider Award

How to apply

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

Apply now to the Northern Ireland Apprenticeship Awards 2027.

First published 2 September 2026.