Our College Awareness Week is focussing on post-secondary opportunities and will have 4 display stands in the lunchrooms - one for each pathway post Leaving Cert. Our 2nd year and...
TYs are making badges and signs of the colleges that all the staff have attended. These will be displayed by the staff on 21st and 22nd November. 5th and 6th years will have a quiz about colleges and careers with prizes given out. We have a guest speaker coming in to talk to students about...
Our TY, 5th, 6th and LCA students will attend the CodPLUS Women in STEM webinar at 10am.
Students from GTI Advanced Aesthetics Course will offer facial treatments and massage to clients and all proceeds will go to the student's chosen charity
Trinity Access Programmes Ambassadors will be visiting TAP Linked and DEIS secondary schools in Dublin to meet students and provide information on the alternative entry routes to third level education.
Leaving Cert Applied students - Careers Speed meet. Guest speakers from 15 various career backgrounds. Students will speak to the guests of their choice about the education and career journeys
Senior cycle students attending careers fair. First Years -Subject Choice from taster group -input from teachers and senior cycle students.
College Awareness Week – Join Us for a Week of Discovery! Explore your future with engaging events and valuable insights! Get involved in College Bingo, Kahoot quizzes, and scavenger hunts led by TY students Parents & Guardians of 5th & 6th years are invited to a Third-Level Progression Talk on Nov 21 at 6:30 PM...
All 5th Years and LCA1 students will attend the Tallaght Campus of TUDublin
NYCI are delighted to announce the upcoming STEAM in Youthreach Expos as part of the Full STEAM Ahead! programme this autumn/winter! This is a great opportunity for students in Youthreach and Community Training Centres to experience and get hands-on with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Maths) activities and workshops they may not have had a...
Clodagh Byrne and past pupil Precious will highlight the wonderful pathway of further education to Trinity.
We are hosting a Mature student events for over 300 students. We are having Trinity College and DKIT. We will also have Jonathan a mature student coming to speak to our matures and our social studies students.
Campus Tour by WCFE students of SETU Main Campus.
Join our panel of current Traveller & Roma college students on Zoom for an informative to chat about their journeys through education. You can explore the pathways and supports available to you. Register bit.ly/WWKRCAW2024
Activities College Awareness Week information hunt - Prizes for the best entries. All years. Entry Forms in the Front Hall. Find your answers from the school guidance webpage, information display in the study hall and by talking to your teachers about their college experiences. 1st years mini career investigations in IT skills classes 5th year...
Closed event for students only.
The TUS College4Kids programme invites students from our partner schools on to our TUS campuses to embark on a experiential visit that allows the students to sample the university environment. The main objectives of the College4Kids programme are: To introduce participants and their families to the higher education environment To provide young people with a...
Ty students have the opportunity to go to SETU to work with the Law Dept on a 'Mock trial"
Carndonagh Community School celebrates #CAW2024!
Various events will take place throughout the week here at RCS to promote college going culture across all year groups.
Closed event for Students only
Closed event for students only
Closed event for students only
Closed event for students only
Closed event for students only
Maynooth University School Talk We were delighted to be joined by Kay Mitchell from Maynooth University who spoke to all of our 5th Year students about what is required at 3rd level and everything on offer in Maynooth University.
This year we are trying a new approach. Colleges will present mainly online, with some onsite visits meaning that all sites in Wicklow, Kildare can come together to meet colleges. This is also to support our green agenda by cutting down on the corban footprint of travel
Various events and activities for all year groups throughout CAW promoting colleges and further education routes.
During College Awareness Week, we will be hosting speakers, workshops, a past-pupil panel, mock interviews and a careers fair with 20+ exhibitors attending. The speakers, both from industry and academy, will give talks on college courses, businesses and career paths, Motivational talks will also be given to classes from across all year groups.
The TY CAW team have organised various events and activities that will happen throughout the week such as college guest speakers, career talks, and the 6th years will attend the Maynooth Open Day on Friday 22nd.
A variety of events over the course of the week 1st Years - My Dream Job. 2nd Years - Research College Prospectuses 3rd Years - Talk with 6th Years - Subject Choice & CAO TY - Make Graduation Hats/College research. Trip to TUD Open Day 14th 5th years - Trip to Maynooth University Open Day...
Professor Fluffy is an initiative aimed at increasing awareness and engagement with further and higher education. Delivered through the PLUS Programme (Providing Links to Underrepresented School Leavers), the Professor Fluffy Programme reaches linked DEIS Primary Schools via classroom workshops and campus visits. The Bookmark Competition serves as a way to engage all 28 DEIS primary...
During the week, Longford College of Further Education will be focusing on wellbeing, guest speakers, celebrating past and present learners and preparation for the future of our learners. Each day we will have something different to focus on. We will also celebrate via Social Media.
Whole School If I wasn't a Teacher.... - Video in which teachers tell students what career path they'd have taken if they weren't a teacher! 6th Year Past-Pupil Role Models - Current 6th Years students will meet with a panel of past-pupils, to learn about their diverse career paths in Accounting & Auditing, Education, Engineering...
There are many events taking place in Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board #ETBSchools and #CollegeOfFET campuses for College Awareness Week 2024 which encourages students to explore the many education pathways available after secondary school.
Various events to promote college & further education awareness with the whole school.
FIT (Fastrack Into Information Technology) is a representative organisation of the technology sector committed to growing Ireland’s tech talent pipeline. Working in close collaboration with national education and training provision, national and regional development agencies and community organisations, FIT’s mission is to promote an inclusive and sustainable smart economy, ensuring access to in-demand tech skills...
Interviews with parents and past pupils from our school community regarding their college experience and current role/profession. Interviews and panel discussion with teachers regarding their college experience Match the college and the teacher - daily quiz for junior and senior students (students submit an answer into a box and a daily winner will be drawn)....
College of FET MSC will host a variety of events over College Awareness Week covering the following themes: The FET Journey The Learner Experience Progression & Careers
CAO Information Workshops for learners who are interested in progressing to Higher Education
Ty teams if students will showcase different colleges in exhibition format and will go round to junior classes also.
Competition CVs for 1st Years in English Class Door signs
Schedule of Events to celebrate College Awareness Week 2024
Lunchtime quiz for Junior Cycle students Vlogs of former students Hall of Fame in the main area for the school College of the Day announcement In class activities
A Variety of class activities and role model activities for ALL YEARS AND TEACHERS
"My College Story" Teachers: Teachers take 10 minutes of their class time to speak about their college experience and share some advice with students about college, sharing something that they wish someone had told them before they started college. Display: A wall display where teachers and staff share their own college journeys, degrees, and career...
College Awareness Week 2024 Sandford Park School
Speakers from Universities, Careers in series of talks in every subject area delivers by teachers, find the teacher who… college and qualification quiz for 1st years , 1st and 6th year sit down (1st years interview 6th years about future plans) morning.talk on future pathways including FET, Higher Ed, Tertiary Degrees, and apprenticeships. Key Word...
Parents and local industry (e.g. Sure Tank, Dunleer, St John Of God's Dumcarr) are presenting their college experience, and opportunities to students from Junior and Senior cycle school. During tutor time and Wellbeing time students are presented with a short video on staff's college experience etc. Display fo various staff members college experiences.
Event Time Table for Coolmine Community School
Tallaght Community School Calendar of Events: Monday, November 18th TUD Tallaght Science Taster Workshop (5th years) – 10am-12pm (16 students) Business & Accounting Legal & General Investment Management Talk (5th-year students) – 10.55am-11.55am.1 TUD Talk (All 6th years) – 11.55am-12.55pm. ETB/Apprenticeships Talk (LCA 5 & 6) – 1.55pm-2.55pm. Trinity / HEAR / TAP Talk (All...
We have a number of guest speakers coming throughout the week.
Displaying staff college information, advice and highlights on the general screen during the week for all students.
Our classroom door poster detail where staff went to college. Updated or created as necessary each year during this week.
Our annual display of where the Leaving Certificate class in 2024 went to college
A range of activities throughout the week including: mature entry talk from ATU and visit to ATU Sligo campus webinar on Women in Tech. visit to Sligo Training Centre and Sligo College of Further Education industry talk from Lee hotels regarding careers in hospitality.
Various Events for all Year-groups. All Junior Cycle and TY students will complete a Dream Job worksheet, which will be displayed in school. All teachers will talk about their college route with their classes, A college talk - St. Patrick's Pontifical University A college visit - DKIT
College Awareness Week
Throughout College Awareness Week, TUS, UL, and MIC Access Services will partner with a number of secondary schools across Limerick City and County to facilitate information sessions to support parents/guardians of students in senior cycle. These sessions are in conjunction with partners and not open to the public.
This year, College Awareness Week aligns with the inaugural National Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Month, which emphasises the potential of RPL to recognise prior experiences and skills. The National RPL Project is partnered with 14 Higher Education Institutions nationwide. Many of the institutions are hosting a variety of events to highlight RPL and support...
Teachers' and SNA's classroom doors will highlight their Alma Maters and the title of their degrees/ qualifications. Students will be encouraged to ask their teachers about theri college experiences. There...
A week long whole school programme with various events to promote college awareness among our students.
Ger Long, from the School of Business in SETU Waterford, will talk to 5th year students in Scoil Air again, Ballyhale, Co. Kilkenny
A careers fair will take place in our school assembly hall. All classes will get the opportunity to attend. Neighbouring schools will also attend.
Scoil Uí Mhuirí staff and parents/guardians create short videos on college experience based on the following guidelines 1. Your name 2. What is your job now? 3. What was your major or field of study? 4. Why did you choose that particular major? 5. What institute, apprenticeship, university etc. did you attend? 6. Did you...
This is a Webinar from female engineers working in the technology sector. Whats is like to work in Tech ? Can you have a work life balance working in Tech ? Is the salary good ? Do you have to travel much ? All will be answered - Come join us by registering at https://forms.gle/CTQtuV6EdC9NDZ7A6
Attention teachers - Join us for a Webinar with Annmarie Collins, teacher and author of the Travelling Community Teaching Resource. Annmarie will discuss practical tips and share free practical resources for incorporating the resource into your teaching.
Podcast Past & Current Learners - their FET journey
16 students get the opportunity to visit TUD science facilities and participate in a college level workshop
We were delighted to have Kay Mitchell from Maynooth University speak to all our 5th Year students about what is required at 3rd level and everything Maynooth University has to offer.
We were delighted to have Kay Mithchell from Maynooth University speak to all our 5th Year students about what is required at 3rd level and everything Maynooth University has to offer.
UCD Humanities talk to TY students
A group from TY from CBS Carlow have been invited to participate in a Street Law Programme in SETU on the Carlow Campus. Facilitated by Law Lecturer Sadhb Reddy, TY students will work with SETU Law students in an engaging and interactive way on contemporary legal topics.
University of Galway and Shannon College of Hotel management Information Stands at the Further Education and Training Campus on Clon Road, Ennis Co. Clare V95 KT 95.
TUS Midwest Access Service are partnering with St. Clement's College to facilitate a 'Planning for the Future' workshop with 6th year students.. Through an interactive workshop, the session will explore with the group options around their next steps after secondary school and seek to match their strengths and interests with a future career path. This...
A past pupil Niamh Mc Culluogh will share her insights onto the world of Quantity Surveying,
Talk for 6th year students
Talk open to 5th 6th and TYs
Staff Q&A about life after leaving cert and the route they took to where they are today.
HEAR/DARE Information session at Mayfield Community school delivered by Access UCC informing students on the different pathways to university and the various supports available.
The Homework club is a voluntary programme supported by university students to aid Junior cycle students in DEIS schools with their homework. DEIS students have the opportunity to ask university students questions about university life and different college courses. This programmes supports DEIS students by not only encouraging them to do their homework but by...
Members of the TUS Midwest Study Club will be on Moylish campus to celebrate College Awareness Week. The session will include academic support, information on progression options, and student supports. This event is not open to the public.
Students on the TUS Certificate in Transition to Higher Education programme celebrate College Awareness Week. The session will include information on progression options, student supports, and opportunities for study. Guest speakers will join us on the day to share their experiences of studying at TUS. This event is not open to the public.
Closed Event for students only,
An event to support our students, thinking about progression, offering information on preparing for and going to college.
Closed event with students only
Closed event for students only
Closed event for students only
Closed event for students only.
Private Event.
Career Fair
Our college awareness week focuses on the many pathways available to our students when they finish their post primary education. Junior Cycle will focus more on the language around college and their future hopes and dreams.
6th year and LCA2 students will have the option to 'drop-in' to our access seminar. Here, they will hear about all of the options available to them when applying to third level. For example, HEAR, DARE, Reach (SETU), 1916 Bursary, SUSI Grant and various scholarships.
Join TU Dublin for an interactive "Preparing for College" event at Marino College, designed to equip prospective students with essential tools for a successful transition to college life. The event will cover key topics including study skills, effective time management, and strategies for navigating academic challenges. Additionally, sessions on well-being and stress reduction will provide...
5th Class students from Scoil Oilibhéir will visit the Access UCC schools outreach team and take part in the Professor Fluffy Programme Roadshow. Students will enjoy their 1st lecture in university, meet college students, visit the Boole Library & a campus tour!
🚨 Save the Date: DARE HEAR Online Talk 🚨 We are delighted to announce that Irish Universities Association Access, in collaboration with College Awareness Week (CAW) and the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals (NAPD), will be hosting an online DARE HEAR Talk for all senior cycle students across the country as a hashtag#CAW2024...
Webinar for students
The principal and staff wish to invite students from Community Education Dublin City and Youthreah to visit the college during College Awareness Week to learn about our courses, tour the campus, and discover progression options for further study. Please take time to visit our College Website https://libertiescollege.ie/ to view our courses, and departments. If you...
As part of the National College Awareness Week across Ireland we are excited to announce a series of events aimed at helping students explore the opportunities that further education can offer. This initiative is particularly geared toward students from diverse backgrounds who may not have previously considered college as a pathway ensuring they gain valuable...
An information session will be held by the MTU Cork Campus Mature Student Officer in Cork College of FET Tramore Road Campus for current level 5 & 6 QQI students wishing to progress to MTU as Mature or QQI applicants for entry in September 2025. Recognition of Prior Learning as well as Student Finance will...
A talk by local universities for FET adult learners currently attending part-time programmes in Limerick City on the pathways in to University. Also the opportunity for learners to hear from current mature student on their learning journey in university.
Information, Recruitment & Guidance Support Service Information Stand in the LCETB FET Ennis Campus Clon Rd 11am to 1pm 19/11/24. Info, advice, guidance, discussion on course options.
This event is aimed at anyone who is curious about how to return to education and training, who may have unanswered questions about fees, courses, requirements and support. We will showcase the various supports available along the path to education, including finances. TAP staff and other Community Learning experts will be available with advice and...
IADT talk to 5th and 6th years re portfolio
Join us for an exciting Careers Fair at Marino College, where students can explore a wide range of career paths and speak directly with professionals from multiple industries. This event offers a unique opportunity for students to learn about various professions, ask questions, and gain insights into potential career options. Representatives from fields like healthcare,...
IADT will be joined by students from the Southside Traveller Action Group TASK Programme on Tuesday the 19th of November for an information session on the Recognition of Prior Learning and Tertiary. This event is in collaboration with IADTs Access Officer, Tertiary Officer, and N-TUTORR. Students will learn about RPL as an access route, opportunities...
Talk for 5th and 6th years at lunchtime Talk for all TYs at 2.30 pm
We are holding our first ever careers fair in our new school. We will have universities - UL, TUS, MTU, the NTO, FET and local industries attend. TY, 5th & 6th years will all attend.
Aughinish Alumina are coming to present to Senior Cycle student
Members if Community from a variety of careers will meet with 2nd year students. They have 3 mins to tell them about their careers and for students to ask questions. When the three minutes are up the students move on. Students complete a report afterwards.
This will be a 30-40 minute information session delivered on zoom for parents or children of school leaving age (we hope to deliver this session live but also to record it). This is designed to support members (and their parents) of SBHI who have Spina Bifida and or Hydrocephalus with gaining info and creating awareness...
Closed Event for students only,
Closed event for students only.
Closed event for students only.
Private Event.
Private Event.
Past pupils come back to speak to our 6th year students about their experience of college since leaving. 6/7 students on the panel. Q+A afterwards.
Our 5th Year students were very fortunate to be visited today by Sarah Denby, School Liason for TUS Athlone. Thanks to Sarah for delivering a very informative talk.
Colaiste Chraobh Abhann, Kilcoole are hosting Wicklow Careers Fair on Wednesday 20th November 2024 All the major national universities, local colleges of further education, SOLAS, KWETB, Apprenticeship training colleges, state training bodies will be present at the Careers Fair (a list of participants is below) in the Sports Hall. Students at three other secondary schools...
HEAR/DARE Information session for Presentation school Waterford delivered by Access UCC allows for students to learn about the different pathways to UCC and the various supports available while in university.
HEAR/DARE Information session for Presentation school Waterford delivered by Access UCC allows for students to learn about the different pathways to UCC and the various supports available while in university.
A bespoke session with senior students & mentors from the TAP
The University of Galway Secondary School Outreach team will visit Merlin College on Wednesday 20th November from 9:30am. This will give students an insight into HEAR and DARE access routes and the work of the Access Centre team.
Access UCC provided a HEAR information stand for the Career fair for Terence MacSwiney Community College. Students get the opportunity to ask questions and speak with an informed persons about their HEAR application. This event enables students to receive information about college supports and become more college aware.
FIT's Females in Tech Expo is taking place on Wednesday the 20th of November in the Green Isle Hotel, Dublin The annual Expo brings together leading companies, industry experts, and inspiring female role models to engage directly with female students, sharing insights into diverse career paths such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, AI, software development, and...
Went to visit Balbriggan Education Centre to talk about trinity college and the application process and supports offered through college
The principal and staff at liberties college extend a warm welcome and invite 6th year students to take the opportunity to visit the college, meet course tutors, learn about our courses / QQI. / and to take a tour of the college. College Awareness Week, is a wonderful opportunity for those who may be considering...
Introduction to HEAR/DARE/SUSI and TAP Foundation Programme
Join us for a free taster lecture with Lifelong Learning tutor Dr David McKinney in the National Library of Ireland. What is Irish humour? What makes it distinct from the humour of other cultures? How has it developed over time? And why does Ireland, in particular, seem to have produced so many witty, original, and...
TUS Midwest Ennis Campus Inside Social Care Open Day.
An opportunity for students and parents to explore career pathways through university, further education, apprenticeship and training.
The access information evening supports provide students with information on the various pathways to university such as HEAR/DARE, QQI and Mature. Students would receive the opportunity to meet staff for a one-to-one consultation, learn about supports offered in university and receive advise on the application process.
Closed Event for Students Only
Closed Event for Students Only
Closed Event for Students only
Closed Event for Students
Private Event
Cathal Brugha FET is visiting Marino College
Cathal Brugha Fet is visiting Ardscoil de la Salle
An information session provided by the guidance counsellor in the school, outlining CAO application procedures as well as information on Grants, further education courses, Accommodation, DARE/HEAR schemes, Apprenticeships.
Representatives from Agricultural Science, SETU, Waterford, will talk to 5th year students in Scoil Aireagail, Ballyhale
Talk from SETU Business Dept of LC Subjects and linking with Business careers.
Visit to ATU Galway campus by group from Roscommon Local Area Employment Services.
The TUS Athlone Campus is excited to welcome over 100 students from St. Joseph's, Rochfortbridge, for an engaging Taster Day! Students will have the chance to explore and experience sessions from a range of faculties based on their areas of interest. In addition to these hands-on learning opportunities, they'll participate in a team-building activity designed...
CDCFE invites you to their Open Day on Thursday November 21st from 10am-3pm, Coolock campus. All are welcome to attend. The Coláiste Dhúlaigh Open Day takes place from 10am-3pm on Thursday 21st November, during College Awareness Week in CDCFE’s Coolock campus, Barryscourt Road. The day promises an action-packed programme of events, with interactive workshops and...
Class with 2nd years using some resources from the events toolkit, led by GC
The University of Galway Secondary School Outreach team will visit GCC PLC College on Thursday 21st November from 10:30am until 12:30pm. This will give students an insight into HEAR and DARE access routes and the work of the Access Centre team.
Mary Immaculate College Limerick Information Stand and QQI pathways to MIC presentation.
HEAR/DARE Information session for St. Patrick's Community College delivered by Access UCC allows for students to learn about the different pathways to UCC and the various supports available while in university.
Campus Tour by WCFE students of SETU College St Campus.
An information session will be held by the MTU Cork Campus Mature Student Officer in Cork College of FET Douglas Street Campus for current level 5 & 6 QQI students wishing to progress to MTU as Mature or QQI applicants for entry in September 2025. Recognition of Prior Learning as well as Student Finance will...
The access information evening supports provide students with information on the various pathways to university such as HEAR/DARE, QQI and Mature. Students would receive the opportunity to meet staff for a one-to-one consultation, learn about supports offered in university and receive advise on the application process.
Closed Event for Students Only.
Closed Event for students only.
Private Event.
Maynooth University Undergraduate Open Days Join us on campus for our Open Days: Friday 22nd Nov from 9am-1pm / Saturday 23rd Nov from 10am-2pm Sample the uniqueness of MU and find answers to all your questions about our degrees, supports, student life and more. Free buses to Saturday's Open Day from a range of locations....
This event is being held to celebrate the official launch of our promotional video for the 'WalkWays with City of Dublin ETB' programme. 'WalkWays with City of Dublin ETB' is...
Sample the uniqueness of MU and find answers to all your questions about our degrees, supports, student life and more. Hear from the Maynooth University Access Programme about DARE and HEAR.
As part of Careers Week at Marino College, Trinity College Dublin's TAP Ambassadors will host an insightful session on the HEAR (Higher Education Access Route) and DARE (Disability Access Route to Education) programs. Aimed at Leaving Cert students, this talk will explore pathways to higher education. TAP Ambassadors will share valuable information on eligibility, application...
A Whole School Table Quiz with 5 rounds. Questions based on college courses, entry requirements, acronyms of universities, famous irish celebrities and where they studied
Students will watch a variety of pre recorded videos of people explaining their jobs and day to day duties, their pathways. benefits and what can be difficult. it is to promote diversity and get students thinking.
15-20 past pupils represent the college they went to. Students walk around and chat with past pupils about their college experience and their experience of the course they studied. We have past pupils lined up that went to DCU, UCD, MU, IADT, NCI, TCD, Queens University etc and from disciplines as varied as Pharmaceutical Science,...
Many past pupils will return on Friday, November 22nd to talk to as many students as possible about their college courses.
Physics Master Revision delivered by the UCC's school of education for Leaving Cert students from DEIS schools.
Maynooth University Undergraduate Open Days Join us on campus for our Open Days: Friday 22nd Nov from 9am-1pm / Saturday 23rd Nov from 10am-2pm Sample the uniqueness of MU and find answers to all your questions about our degrees, supports, student life and more. Free buses to Saturday's Open Day from a range of locations....
Join us for our CAO Open Day to find out what makes IADT unique. o Explore our growing campus of the Creative Industries o Visit our studios and take a tour of the National Film School o Chat to our Student Ambassadors and find out what studying at IADT is really like o Attend talks,...
Quizzes, talks and a week full of events.
The TUS College4Kids programme invites students from our partner schools on to our TUS campuses to embark on a experiential visit that allows the students to sample the university environment. The main objectives of the College4Kids programme are: To introduce participants and their families to the higher education environment To provide young people with a...
Promoting opportunities for after school.
Talks from UL and TUS for Senior Cycle students
A number of local Universities, PLCs, Technical Universities are visiting our Creagh College for a Colleges Fair. They will spend the afternoon speaking with our Senior Cycle students giving them...
NYCI are delighted to announce the upcoming STEAM in Youthreach Expos as part of the Full STEAM Ahead! programme this autumn/winter! This is a great opportunity for students in Youthreach...
NYCI are delighted to announce the upcoming STEAM in Youthreach Expos as part of the Full STEAM Ahead! programme this autumn/winter! This is a great opportunity for students in Youthreach...