DYPA: Until September 17, applications for free professional training at the 50 EPAS Apprenticeships
Extension until Tuesday, September 17, for the submission of applications for admission to the 50 free Vocational Schools (EPAS) Apprenticeship decided by the Administration of the Public Employment Service (DYPA) because of the great interest. To date, 6,558 applications have already been submitted, setting a record.
EPAS offers free education, with remuneration and insurance, in 38 leading specialties. Applications can be submitted by young people and young people aged 15-29, with the only condition that they hold at least a High School Leaving Certificate. students of EPAS of DYPA receive for 2 years a fee amounting to amounts to 118.64 euros or 148.30 euros per week (for 4 or 5 days of apprenticeship, respectively).
Submission of applications is done through gov.gr with TAXISnet codes at the address:
Specifically, the route is: gov.gr → Education → Enroll in a school → Enroll in a Vocational School (EPAS) of DYPA.
EPAS implements the dual Apprenticeship system, which is a preferred option for young people in several European countries, as it combines theoretical and laboratory professional education. Thanks to the on-the-job-training learning program, in real working conditions (on-the-job-training), trainees acquire the necessary theoretical knowledge, along with important professional experience. The students in the morning carry out apprenticeships in companiesin positions related to their specialty, while in the afternoon they attend theoretical and laboratory classes at the school.
The program of the EPAS of the Dypa
- Apprenticeships in private or public sector businesses with pay and insurance
- They study in modern and fully equipped laboratories
- They are provided with the necessary books and aids
- They are trained by experienced and highly qualified training staff
- They are entitled to a study leave of up to 30 days with pay
- Entitled to postponement of conscription
- Those who meet the conditions receive a housing and board allowance.
The specialties for the school year 2024/25
- Aesthetic Art
- Silversmithing
- Bakery – Confectionery
- General Nursery Assistant
- General Nursing Assistant
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Dairy – Cheese
- Graphic Arts – Electronic Form Design
- Edit Fur
- Artistic Processing of Marble
- Social Caregivers
- Hairdressing Art
- Building Projects
- Culinary Art
- of Hotel Businesses
- Carpenters – Furniture Makers
- Fuel Gas Technician
- Bodymaker
- Craftsman of Smart Electronic Devices and Installations
- Machine Tool Craftsman (CNC)
- Electrical and Elevator Technician
- Conventional and Electric Car Electrical Systems Technician
- Heating and Plumbing Installations Technician
- Metal Craftsman
- Aircraft Mechanic Technician
- Conventional and Electric Car Engines & Systems Technician
- Shipbuilding Craftsman
- Energy Storage Systems Technician
- Computer Systems Support Technician
- Digital Downloads and Social Media Technician
- Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Works Technician
- Cyber Security Systems Support Officer
- Supply Chain Management Officer (LOGISTICS)
- Administrative & Financial Services Officer
- Clothing Fabric and Garment Design
- Phytotechnical Businesses – Landscape Architecture
- Watchmaking
Detailed information can be found on the new DYPA Schools website, at the online address: https://schools.dypa.gov.gr/