New banking apprenticeship programme launches in Limerick

A new apprenticeship programme for banking has been launched in Limerick by the Institute of Banking (IOB) in partnership with AIB, Bank of Ireland and Permanent TSB.

The Professional Banking Practitioner Apprenticeship allows participants to earn an NFQ Level 8 degree while receiving paid, practical experience in the banking sector.

Apprentices will work in the sector and study with IOB, a recognised college of UCD. The programme is open to school leavers or anyone seeking a career change, provided they are 18 years old on or before 31 August 2027.

Seventy‑five places are available on the first intake, with applications now open. Successful apprentices will commence the programme in October 2027.

Further information can be found at iob.ie/programme/bsc-in-banking-and-financial-services and apprenticeship.ie.

Source: Limerick Post. Photo: Lajos Kristóf Kántor / Pexels.