Breaking Barriers: The All-Female Tech Apprenticeship That Really Seeks to Close the Gender Gap in Tech
As the tech sector continues to grow and innovate, attracting diverse talent has become more crucial than ever. The benefits of diverse teams, particularly in leadership roles, are clear: greater innovation and improved decision-making.
Yet, despite the increasing demand for tech talent, women remain underrepresented within this sector - with just 25% of females working in the tech sector in Ireland. In an era where innovation drives success, companies that fail to embrace gender diversity in tech are falling behind.
iFIT: The Opportunity for Employers
For businesses looking to take action, the iFIT Tech Apprenticeship Programme, an all-female Software Development programme by Fastrack into Information Technology (FIT), provides a direct pathway to building a pipeline of female tech talent.
FIT’s all-female Software Development programme is designed to equip female talent with the necessary skills for tech careers, helping to foster inclusivity and address Ireland’s tech talent shortage.
Over 270+ SME’s and Large Enterprises nationwide are already reaping the benefits:
- Develop emerging talent in-house and build diverse teams ready for the future
- Bridge the skills gap and drive digital transformation
- Demonstrate leadership in diversity and inclusion
- Gain access to financial supports including grants and gender-based bursaries
Future-Proof Your Workforce through Upskilling:
Through the i-FIT programme, forward-thinking business leaders also have the opportunity to upskill their current female employees or onboard a new female employee, equipping them with in-demand Software Development skills like Generative AI. Tech Apprentices on the i-FIT programme will utilise AI tools within integrated development environments during their off-the-job programme elements, providing relevant, real-world examples and explanations to improve their code development skills.
Upskilling enables leaders to unlock the full potential of their workforce, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and ensuring businesses stay competitive in an era of digital transformation.
Employer registration for the iFIT Tech Apprenticeship Programme in Athlone starting September 2025 is now open and FIT are calling all employers nationwide to lead the change in closing the gender gap.
If you are interested in building a more inclusive and future-ready workforce through the highly successful i-FIT Tech Apprenticeship programme, then you can book a 1:1 meeting here.