The renaming of Dublin’s further education colleges needs a rethink
By Niall Gormley The desire to increase the prestige of education institutions is valid. We have had the evolution of the Institutions of Technology into Technological Universities with new amalgamations creating advantages of scale and identity. In Dublin the creation of TU Dublin by putting IT Blanchardstown, IT Tallaght and the many parts of DIT…
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New principles to help young children in the arts launched
A new set of principles aimed at helping teachers, parents and carers guide young children into engagement with the arts have been published. Principles for Engaging with the Arts: a Guide for Early Learning and Care and School-age Childcare was launched by Norma Foley, Minister for Children, Disability and Equality and Patrick O’Donovan, Minister for…
Can mentoring change the future for young people in trouble?
Le Chéile Mentoring uses volunteer mentors to change outcomes By Josephine Gibney, Le Chéile Mentoring Le Chéile Mentoring was founded in Coolock in 2005 to support young people involved in, or at risk of, offending. What began as Ireland’s first pilot mentoring programme, developed in partnership with the Probation Service, has grown into a national…
Apprenticeships in Telecommunications and Data Network Engineering
Who is the programme suited to? People seeking skilled employment often face a challenge that relevant work experience is a prerequisite for many jobs. But for many people, including school leavers, it is difficult to gain the required experience without being in the workplace. An apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills, and…
Carlingford Adventure Centre – Where learning meets adventure
Are you looking for ways to engage your students beyond the classroom – to ignite their confidence, strengthen relationships, and nurture their personal development. For many Irish schools, the answer lies nestled between the Cooley Mountains and Carlingford Lough: Carlingford Adventure Centre. Located in the heart of the picturesque medieval town of Carlingford, this centre…
A new future for City of Dublin FET College Dhúlaigh
City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus (formerly Coláiste Dhúlaigh) is proud to announce a name change. This new title reflects our proud position as a constituent college of the City of Dublin ETB. As northeast Dublin’s largest provider of further education and training (FET) courses, we are delighted that this announcement will affirm…
A vibrant learning environment at FET College Rathmines
City of Dublin FET College Rathmines are ready to welcome new students to new and existing courses all starting in September ’25. The City of Dublin FET College Rathmines Campus, in the heart of Rathmines, offers courses in Professional Accountancy, Arts and Social Science, Business and Marketing, English (ESOL) and Business, Software Development, Legal Studies,…
The Europass Advantage
Guide and empower learners for lifelong learning with Europass Are you looking to empower learners on their lifelong learning journey? 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, and navigating their lifelong learning and career journeys. The Europass…
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 •…
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