Considering a Career in Financial Services?

The higher certificate and higher diploma programmes in financial services allow you to 'earn while you learn' by combining paid on the job training with academic study which is delivered at National College of Ireland. These two-year programmes are suitable for leaving certificate students or those with an equivalent qualification, who have an interest in pursuing a career in the financial services sector.

The IFS apprenticeships lead to a Level 6 Higher Certificate in International Financial Services or a Level 8 Higher Diploma in Financial Services Analytics.



Higher Certificate in International Financial Services Apprenticeship

This two-year programme is aimed at those who are looking to start their career in International Financial Services.

Visit the course page for further information on the entry requirements, modules, structure and more.

Higher Diploma in International Financial Services Apprenticeship

This programme is aimed at graduates of all disciplines. The objective of the IFS Specialist role is to provide an entry point to the International Financial Services sector for people with a Level 8 Honours degree (minimum 2:2 requirement), or alternatively those who have a number of years of significant work experience.

The IFS Apprenticeship is a brilliant experience for anyone interested in building a career in finance - thank you for a great couple of years!
IFS Apprenticeship Graduate