Thinking of changing your CAO course choice selection?

Mon, Jun 26, 2023

Many applicants use the initial CAO application in January as a holding exercise and it will soon be time to submit a definitive list of options.

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It’s time to decide on your college course choices

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Whether you are a current year Leaving Cert student or sat your school leaving exams at another time or in another jurisdiction, and have applied to the CAO in 2023, now is decision time.

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It’s time to decide on your college course choices

Tue, Jun 20, 2023

Whether you are a current year Leaving Cert student or sat your school leaving exams at another time or in another jurisdiction, and have applied to the CAO in 2023, now is decision time.

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A career in education/primary and post primary, is it for you?

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Careers in education can be very rewarding, and have been seen as a secure pensionable job for life, with lots of free time. However, you need to ask yourself, “Is this the career for me?”

Are you looking for a job that offers security, stability and flexibility?

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How can parents help at exam time?

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

The radiant sun illuminates Galway with a warm, golden hue, while the distant hum of lawn mowers resonates in the air. The smell of freshly cut grass serves as a reminder to some that exams are on the horizon.

I have often heard parents say, “I feel like I am studying for the exams as well!” Parents too feel stressed and overwhelmed when their children are preparing for exams. There is a certain responsibility to ensuring their child is successful and happy. These feelings are not uncommon as parents play a crucial role in supporting and encouraging their children at this time. Here are some ideas as to how parents can help prepare their children for the upcoming exams in June.

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How to become a psychologist in Ireland

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Psychology is the study of behaviour and mental processes. Psychology is a very popular course choice both at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Ireland. There is a Bachelor of Science in Psychology available at University of Galway, ATU Galway, and TUS Athlone. All of these courses are four year (Level 8) degree courses, offering work placements in a variety of settings in year 3, which will improve any student’s employability.

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Oscar-nominated film director Lenny Abrahamson sends personal message to GCC film students

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The GCC film and documentary graduate screening took place this week in the Eye Cinema. The students were in for a surprise when their tutor Colleen Quinn-Hendrick organised Oscar-nominated Lenny Abrahamson to launch the event with a personal message for these hard-working film makers.

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Shape your future at Galway Community College of Further Education

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Galway Community College of Further Education (GCC) continues to offer full-time courses in a wide variety of career areas designed for entry to skilled employment, in preparation for starting an apprenticeship, or for progression to further and higher education. For some, these courses may be used as a transition year, an opportunity to sample new vocational areas before committing to a longer course of study in university. All GCC's one-year courses offer a mix of blended learning, with work experience and funded Erasmus placements. These courses are aimed at Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied graduates, mature learners and anyone finding themselves considering changing their career path.

GCC offers Level 5 and 6 QQI accredited courses in business, secretarial, retail pharmacy, graphic design, IT, film, music and theatre, social care, sport, physiotherapy, equine, science, motor technology and horticulture. There are no CAO points required to apply for a further education course, and on completion you can convert your results from the course, up to 390 points (more for science courses), to apply for more than 1,200 CAO courses that will accept a QQI award for progression to university in Galway and nationwide. GCC's Level 6 courses give direct access to some second-year courses in the Atlantic Technological University (ATU), formerly GMIT. GCC maintains strong links with ATU and University of Galway access offices, through information talks and sessions on progression, organised by GCC's guidance counsellor and access officers.

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Message of support to exam students from ASTI

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

ASTI president elect Geraldine O’Brien has praised this year’s Leaving and Junior Cert students who began their exams on Wednesday of this week, stating: “Your teachers are so proud of you and are excited to see you move towards the next stage of your lives.”

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How can parents help at exam time?

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

guidance counsellor, Salerno Secondary School, Galway

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University of Galway’s Adult Learning Information Evening

Fri, Jun 02, 2023

Come along to University of Galway’s Adult Learning Information Evening on Wednesday 14th June from 5.30-7.30pm on the University campus, to find out more about the extensive range of part-time, flexible-learning courses on offer.

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How to become a psychologist in Ireland

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Psychology is the study of behaviour and mental processes. Psychology is a very popular course choice both at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Ireland. There is a Bachelor of Science in Psychology available at University of Galway, ATU Galway, and TUS Athlone. All of these courses are four year (Level 8) degree courses, offering work placements in a variety of settings in year 3, which will improve any student’s employability.

It takes roughly six years to become a psychologist because a masters is now the minimum qualification required to work as a psychologist. There are a number of different masters available in Galway and around the country which will allow you to specialise in specific fields within psychology. These specialities include: clinical, organizational, counselling, health, coaching, applied behavioural analysis, consumer, educational, forensic, sports, and neuroscience. Psychologists work in a range of settings including police forces, the military, prison services, health services, educational services, NGOs, universities, community development, HR in private industries, health promotion, media, marketing, and of course many psychologists set up their own business in psychotherapy and consulting.

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GCC to offer degree course in science and engineering with ATU outside the CAO system

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Galway Community College (GCC) has announced its involvement in the delivery of a four-year science degree programme in collaboration with Atlantic Technological University, as part of the new tertiary programme initiative announced by the Minister for Higher and Further Education, Simon Harris, earlier this year.

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Multiple sport and fitness qualifications are available at Galway Community College

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Get all the qualifications you need for a career in the sport and fitness sector at Galway Community College. GCC has the widest range of fitness courses in the west.

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Preparing for the Leaving Cert

Mon, May 29, 2023

Two weeks to the Exams.
For Leaving Cert students, school days are now over, and the stark reality of sitting English Paper 1 at 9.30am in two weeks’ time is staring you in the face.

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GIY aims to deliver GROW At School programme in primary schools across Connacht

Thu, May 25, 2023

The not-for-profit social enterprise Grow It Yourself (GIY) is aiming to raise €1 million in order to deliver the food education and mental health programme GROW At School in primary schools across the country for the academic year 2023/24.

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Schools mark National Confidence Day

Thu, May 25, 2023

Positivity, empowerment, encouragement and hope will be the focus in schools today (Thursday), when children will get to celebrate National Confidence Day in classrooms across the country.

A host of Irish celebrities have come together to participate in an inspirational and motivational half hour show, produced by STARCAMP with Gala Retail for the children of Ireland, with contributions from An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, Alisha Weir (Matilda in the movie by the same name), Rory’s Stories and Cillian O’Connor, an Irish favourite in this year’s Britain’s Got Talent.

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Don’t give up on your dream career

Thu, May 18, 2023

Every year, many Leaving Cert students are upset because they did not secure a place on their preferred course, causing many to feel they have to give up on their dream career. There are alternative ways to obtain a place in courses such as medicine, physiotherapy, dentistry, veterinary, speech and language therapy (SLT) as well as occupational therapy (OT). It is very important to do the research.

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Progressive professional equestrian qualifications at GCC in Galway city

Thu, May 18, 2023

Galway Community College, Wellpark, is continuing to offer the QQI Level 5 and the QQI Level 6 advanced horsemanship courses. This course is aimed at meeting the needs of the equine industry both nationally and internationally, through studying a variety of specialised modules and participating in practical experience to equip learners to progress within the equine industry.

On successful completion of the QQI Level 6 in Horsemanship learners are qualified to attain the Young Trained Farmers Award (Green Cert).

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Coláiste Chiaráin girls claim U14 Connacht championship with resounding success

Thu, May 18, 2023

Coláiste Chiaráin girls claimed U14 Connacht championship with a resounding success over St Joseph's Charlestown in Bekan.

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