Transport Operations and Commercial Driving Apprenticeship
THERE has been an increase in apprenticeship programmes across every sector in recent years, and with the launch of the Transport Operations & Commercial Driving apprenticeship, the transport sector is no different. Industry heads hope that this training programme will go some way towards changing the perception of commercial driving as a profession, through creating…
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The Back To School Clothing And Footwear Allowance – Now Open For Applications
Ensure your children are prepared for the new school year with this vital support. Find out if you’re eligible and if so how much you qualify for. Read on for key dates and information for 2025. Automatic Payments Good news! Over 114,000 families will automatically receive the Back-to-School Clothing and Footwear Allowance this month. You…
Susan McKay interview – A referee for a free press
Susan McKay was appointed Press Ombudsman in 2022 at a time of enormous change for the traditional press. Niall Gormley spoke to her about her role. Susan McKay is well known in journalist and writing circles for her reporting and commentary in Ireland over the past 30 years. Born in Derry, she studied at Trinity College…
A career in getting things moving
Organising, co-ordinating, managing, and moving goods is what logistics and supply chains are all about. They involve planning, implementing, and controlling the movement of products and information. Logistics and supply chains are integral to every industry in the world and operate around the clock facilitating international and domestic trade in all sectors of the economy. …
Discover Degrees at CAFRE
Do you know someone passionate about working in the agri-food or land-based sectors? Discover courses offered at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE). We have full-time, part-time, short and online courses. Qualifications start from Level 2, (equivalent to Level 4 on the National Framework of Qualifications for Ireland [NQF IE] ) to…
The TEFL Institute of Ireland – TEFL For TY Course
Are you looking for a Transition Year module that will truly engage your students? The TEFL Institute of Ireland is delighted to offer your students a transformative opportunity to build skills and unlock a world of possibilities! Our TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) course is crafted specifically for TY students, enabling them to: Why Schools Choose Us 🍀 Support…
SCFE and Erasmus+: A Winning Combination for Further Education
For Leaving Cert students charting their future, the choice of further education is pivotal. It’s not just about acquiring qualifications; it’s about gaining real-world experience, broadening horizons, and building a CV that truly stands out. At the heart of SCFE’s appeal lies its Erasmus+ programme, offering students unparalleled opportunities to learn, grow, and experience diverse…
Universal by design – Interview with Dara Ryder, CEO of Ahead
Imagine a teacher in a classroom turns to the blackboard and writes in text this size. The students would need binoculars to read what’s on the board. Then the teacher relents and writes in text the size of the headline. Now half the students can read it. So the ones with 20:20 vision are moved…
The Europass Advantage
Empowering students for lifelong learning with Europass Are you a guidance counsellor or education professional looking for ways to empower students on their lifelong learning journey? Well, look no further: Europass is here to help. Developed by the European Commission, Europass is a free online tool that supports learners in documenting their skills, qualifications, and experiences,…
What are Standardised Tests?
Standardised testing are tests that children take in Primary School. They begin in May/June for all children in 2nd class, 4th class and 6th class, but many schools use these tests in other classes as well. STen tests are exams that measure the level of the child in English and Irish reading and maths. They…
A Workability: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme
The Cuimsiú Programme is an initiative set up by FIT to support Neurodivergent and Disabled People on a path to tech employment that works for them. We also work with employers to support them in creating inclusive workplaces. Requirements 1. No diagnosis needed 2. Ages 16+ 3. Identify as neurodivergent and/or disabled Our Aims •…
Europe’s ePrivacy regulation paused – implications for Third Level Institutions?
EXPLAINER By Steven Roberts When we think of data protection in Ireland, the General Data Protection Regulation or GDPR is what first comes to mind. However, there is another EU privacy law that must be considered by Irish colleges and universities – the Privacy and Electronic Communications Directive 2002/58/EC or ePrivacy Directive for short. This is…
Exciting Developments for the HEAR Scheme
My name is Daniel McFarlane, I am the Access Manager in the Irish Universities Association with leading responsibilities for the Disability Route to Higher Education (DARE) for students whose disability has a negative impact of their education, and the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) scheme for students from socio-economic disadvantaged backgrounds who are under-represented at…
The UCD Programme Transforming Education for the 21st Century
(Lead Picture: Staff from our Dutch secondary school partner network OMO are among the educational changemakers joining intakes of our Professional Certificate in Creativity and Innovation for Education.) In the past one hundred years the world has changed beyond recognition. Globalisation, technological advances and the climate crisis have created new challenges and opportunities. Despite this,…