The minimum age at which the employment of an apprentice may
commence is 16 years of age.
The minimum educational requirements are:
Grade D in five subjects in the Department of Education and Skills
Junior Certificate Examination or an approved equivalent,
Or
The successful completion of an approved Pre-Apprenticeship course
Or
Be over 18 years of age, have at least 3 years work experience
approved by SOLAS.
In certain crafts, apprenticeship applicants are required to pass an
approved colour vision test for some trades only.
Employers can determine their own educational requirements e.g the
E.S.B. have a minimum requirement of Leaving Certificate.