Erin is cementing her future with an Apprenticeship in brickwork

Erin Moore from Dromore is proving that University isn’t the only route to a successful career and is keen to share her journey and inspire others to consider the apprenticeship route, especially as Northern Ireland gears up for NI Apprenticeship Week 3^rd to 7^th February.

While studying for her A Levels at Drumragh Integrated College, Erin was on track for university but realised early on that it wasn’t the best fit for her ambitions. Keen to gain the skills and experience to develop her career in Brickwork, Erin joined South West College (SWC) Omagh campus studying the L2 Apprenticeship in Brickwork, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning.

Reflecting on her journey, Erin said: “I didn’t think about going to university because I was always interested in the trades. I liked the idea of brickwork, so I went on work experience and loved it. I then attended an open evening at the College. It was fantastic, I got to see the facilities and speak to tutors about the options in trades, including brickwork. That’s when I decided to give it a go.”

Now, Erin splits her time, working four days a week on-site with her employer, Greystone, and spending one day each week at SWC. The mix of practical and theoretical learning has proven to be a perfect match for her learning style.