Local Training Initiative

The Local Training Initiative programme is a project-based training and work experience programme carried out in the local community run by local community groups. The programme allows local communities to carry out valuable and necessary projects of benefit to their communities, while at the same time training participants in areas related to the project work so that they can go on to gain employment or progress to further training. Anyone who is unemployed and over the age of 16, at any level of literacy, is Eligible to Participate.

Currently, the Local Training Initiative is supporting many organisations engaged in a wide range of initiatives including genealogy, environmental, heritage, tourism, theatre, sports, and coaching. Some projects are targeted at specific groups in society, such as women, early school leavers, men, homeless people, recovering addicts, prisoners, travellers, etc.  See further information on Eligibility to Sponsor a Local Training Initiative.

FÁS provides support in the form of Allowances and Funding to assist with the Local Training Initiative, for example, training allowances for participants and grants for supervisors, materials and administration.

Training on Local Training Initiatives is certified and leads to recognised awards on the National Framework of Qualifications.

If you would like any more information about the Local Training Initiative, contact your local FÁS Office.