Left school? What next? There's loads of options available to you.
Find out more by choosing a section below
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Post-Leaving Certificate courses
PLCs are often seen as just available to school-leavers, but you will be also welcomed as an adult participant.
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Getting your results – the technical stuff
What happens once you open the envelope, from points to CAO offers to appeals
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Getting your results – the emotional stuff
Whether you're chuffed or wish you could hide under the bed, getting your results can be emotional
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So you’re going to get a job
You need to prepare yourself as much as possible, from writing your CV to doing interviews.
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Apprenticeships
By doing an apprenticeship you get the practical balance between learning a trade and earning a living.
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Student loans
There is a lot of jargon out there about getting a loan, but here are some practical things to do before you make the commitment.
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Student grants
If you are eligible for a student grant it can help you with the various costs of higher education.
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So you’ve finished school
Finishing school is a pretty big deal. It's exciting but can be scary too.
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Coping with your exam results
Not doing as well as you expected in your Leaving Cert can be really tough, especially if you needed higher marks to get the course you wanted.
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Repeating
It could be the last thing you want to do but also repeating your Leaving Cert could be the better option for you.
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Social welfare payments
Money worries can be stressful, and finding the right solution can seem really complicated especially when it comes to social welfare.
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Employment Law
Knowing your rights is really important when you're starting work.
