Over thirty apprentices at Belfast Metropolitan College were celebrated for their exceptional achievements at the college’s annual Apprenticeships Awards ceremony.
The awards, held at Belfast Met’s e3 campus on Wednesday evening, brought together apprentices and their families, college staff, and employers to recognise the remarkable progress and dedication demonstrated by apprentices across the college’s diverse apprenticeship programmes.
The Apprenticeships Awards showcase the talent and commitment of apprentices who are mastering their trades while gaining valuable real-world experience alongside expert training from Belfast Met’s teaching staff.
Apprenticeships remain a cornerstone of a successful Northern Ireland economy, developing the skilled workforce essential for businesses across the region.
The awards reflect the wide range of apprenticeships on offer at the college, including traditional sectors such as plumbing, joinery and engineering, as well as cutting edge sectors likecyber security, pharmacy, and Data Analytics.
Speaking at the awards ceremony, Interim Director of Development and Partnerships, Siobhan Lyons, commented:
“Tonight we celebrate not just individual achievement, but the future of our local economy. Our apprentices are developing industry-leading expertise while making meaningful contributions to their employers and communities.
“Belfast Met now supports over 1000 Apprentices and Higher Level Apprentices across our programmes, each one building the foundation for a successful career while helping to address the skills needs of Northern Ireland’s businesses.
“These awards recognise those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to their professional development. Their success reflects the quality of our partnerships with industry and the dedication of our teaching staff. I’m confident these apprentices will become the skilled professionals and leaders our economy needs to thrive in the years ahead.”