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First-Ever Neurodiversity in Education Conference Invites Educators to Foster Inclusive Practices in Kilkenny

First-Ever Neurodiversity in Education Conference Invites Educators to Foster Inclusive Practices in Kilkenny

On Saturday, 7th October 2023, Kilkenny will welcome educators, parents, and caregivers to Ireland’s inaugural Neurodiversity in Education Conference, a professional event curated to enhance the inclusivity and support for neurodivergent students of all ages. Under the theme “Inclusive Practice,” the conference aims to be a nexus of knowledge and resource sharing among Ireland’s educator…

Government postpones plans for teacher-based assessment of Leaving Cert, blaming AI

Government postpones plans for teacher-based assessment of Leaving Cert, blaming AI

Norma Foley ( Minister for Education) has postponed her plans to introduce teacher-based assessment for the Leaving Cert, blaming Artificial Intelligence. In her statement yesterday morning, Foley announced that the Department of Education was accelerating changes to the Leaving Cert Cycle, with the introduction of nine new and revised subjects coming two years earlier than originally…

CAO offers show major improvement in matching student choices

CAO offers show major improvement in matching student choices

By Niall Gormley Almost 60 per cent of students received their first preference choice in the Round One offers from the CAO for Level 8 courses. This represents a 5 per cent increase in first preference offers over last year. Around 85 per cent of applicants received an offer from their first three preferences. In…

Tips To Prepare For The First Day Of School

Tips To Prepare For The First Day Of School

Whether your child is just beginning preschool or primary school, or starting into a new school year as a returning student, there’s plenty that can be done to prepare for the school year ahead, including checking in about their anxieties and concerns. As Summer  winds down, it’s totally natural for kids to experience nervousness after having…

Cork College of FET

Cork College of FET

Direct your own future. With over 200 courses from our 7 campuses in and around Cork City and County, we have plenty of opportunities to help you find the pathway to your future career. 1 COLLEGE – 7 CAMPUSES: BISHOPSTOWN, DOUGLAS STREET, KINSALE, MALLOW, MORRISON’S ISLAND, TRAMORE ROAD and WEST CORK Ireland has, perhaps uniquely…

ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme

ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme

Do you want to be part of the team connecting our communities to a clean electric future?  If so, ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme might be for you. At ESB Networks, we build and maintain Ireland’s electricity network, connecting over 2.4 million homes, farms and businesses to a clean electric future. We’ve been connecting customers…

OEM Engineering Apprenticeship by Cavan and Monaghan ETB

OEM Engineering Apprenticeship by Cavan and Monaghan ETB

Increasingly, more school leavers are choosing apprenticeship programmes where they get to experience practical trammg alongside academic study rather than pursuing more traditional full-time third level courses. The apprenticeship route offers an opportunity to gain real world experience and develop an expertise in a chosen field, while gaining valuable hands-on experience. One of the most…

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB offer an extensive range of free full time training programmes for young people and adults who wish to develop the skills and competencies that are required for the workplace and/or progression to further education and training opportunities.  All of our courses lead to nationally and internationally industry recognised…

Who are FIT?

Who are FIT?

For over 20 years, FIT or Fastrack to Information Technology is a representative organisation of the technology sector committed to growing Irelands tech talent pipeline.  Our mission is to promote inclusion and diversity through our programs and courses, creating wider access to tech skills training which leads to exciting career paths and quality employment opportunities…

Paving the way for your Future

Paving the way for your Future

at Crumlin College of Further Education Crumlin College of Further Education has been providing a quality educational experience to students in South Dublin and beyond for 6 years.  Located on Crumlin Road, its close proximity to Dublin Bus and Luas services makes it an ideal location for students. A range of QQI courses are offered…

Kerry College, Listowel Campus

Kerry College, Listowel Campus

for all your Further Education and Training needs in North Kerry Our brand new Kerry College, Listowel Campus is a vibrant, dynamic campus located in the Listowel Business Park in Clieveragh in the heart of North Kerry.  The campus offers a wide range of courses, from business and marketing to healthcare and social studies, and…

From SCFE to Calvin Klein – who knows where your QQI Level 5 could take you?

From SCFE to Calvin Klein – who knows where your QQI Level 5 could take you?

Sallynoggin College of Further Education (SCFE) provides a platform for many of our students to embark on their journey towards higher education and professional success.  With a wide range of courses available, SCFE equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen fields. Many of our students transition directly to the…