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Inclusion - Enhancing Experiences for All

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Inclusion - Enhancing Experiences for All

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Inclusion - Enhancing Experiences for All

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Ionchuimsiú: Eispéiris a Fheabhsú do Chách

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Ionchuimsiú: Eispéiris a Fheabhsú do Chách

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Ionchuimsiú- Eispéiris a Fheabhsú do Chách

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Reflecting on our Student Experiences - Exemplar

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Reflecting on our Student Experiences - Exemplar

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Guidance for the Portfolio Development component - TY

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Guidance for the Portfolio Development component - TY

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Machnamh a dhéanamh ar thaithí ár scoláirí – eiseamláir (pdf)

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Machnamh a dhéanamh ar thaithí ár scoláirí – eiseamláir (pdf)

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Machnamh a dhéanamh ar thaithí ár scoláirí – eiseamláir (pdf)

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Editable document for Reflecting on Student Experiences

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Editable document for Reflecting on Student Experiences

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Treoir maidir leis an gcomhpháirt Forbartha Punainne - An Idirbhliain

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Treoir maidir leis an gcomhpháirt Forbartha Punainne - An Idirbhliain

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Treoir maidir leis  an gcomhpháirt Forbartha Punainne - An Idirbhliain

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Transition Year Programme Statement 2024

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Transition Year Programme Statement 2024

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Idirbhliana

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TY Programme Statement: Key Concepts and Terms

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TY Programme Statement: Key Concepts and Terms

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Search for courses to see what options are out there

Explore our Information Hub about different learning paths

Use helpful tools like the CAO points calculator

Subject Requirements Tool

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Our comprehensive database of up to 15,000 courses is here to help students, jobseekers, parents, guidance professionals and graduates explore their education and training options. So whether you're a student looking for a CAO course or an employee interested in microcredentials for that next promotion, we have you covered.

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Search Courses

Search Careers

Search Apprenticeships

Search Career Sectors

Tools for Guidance / Teaching Professionals

Events Calendar

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CareersPortal is Ireland’s leading Careers Guidance website. It is a one-stop-shop for people of all ages who need information and guidance regarding their next career decision.

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Coincheapa agus Téarmaí i Ráiteas an Chláir Idirbhliana

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Coincheapa agus Téarmaí i Ráiteas an Chláir Idirbhliana

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Idirbhliana

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Coincheapa agus Téarmaí i Ráiteas an Chláir Idirbhliana

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Video Guides

Free Self-evaluation tests

YouTube channel

Events

My Guidance.ie

ClassroomGuidance.ie

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Careers News | Career Guidance and Education in Ireland

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Careers News supports Career Guidance & Education in Ireland. We are the No 1 for all things Careers News across the island of Ireland.

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The programme includes placement templates with manuals for both employers and students, online training materials for students, and a demo guide to assist businesses with uploading their placements.

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The TY Work Experience Programme links students from Transition Year seeking Work Experience Placements with participating businesses. This provides a structure for employers to provide meaningful placements to students, which can result in offers of employment.

The programme includes placement templates with manuals for both employers and students, online training materials for students, and a demo guide to assist businesses with uploading their placements.

View the student and employer manuals below. Get started by posting your placement opportunities here.

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Fáilte Ireland | National Tourism Development Authority

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The TY Work Experience Programme links students from Transition Year seeking Work Experience Placements with participating businesses. This provides a structure for employers to provide meaningful placements to students, which can result in offers of employment. The programme includes placement templates with manuals for both employers and students, online training materials for students, and a demo guide to assist businesses with uploading their placements.

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Transition Units

Transition units (TUs) are based on the 1993 guidelines, and are the curriculum components that are timetabled for approximately 45 hours. Alongside shorter modules and other learning experiences, schools may include a variety of TUs as part of their transition year programme. Transition units are not intended to be 'exam' courses but are assessed as part of the teaching and learning in the unit.

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Transition Year (TY) is a one-year optional programme available to all post-primary schools.

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Clár bliana is ea Clár na hIdirbhliana, a dhéantar mar chlár chéad bhliana i sraith shinsearach trí bliana i mórchuid scoileanna. Ceapadh é mar dhroichead id…

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Ahead: Maximising Your Job Application Workbook

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Ahead: Maximising Your Job Application Workbook

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Search CareersPortal's Database of Work Placements

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Search CareersPortal's Database of Work Placements

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WorkXperience - Search for Work Experience

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Student Safety in the Workplace Transition Year

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Young people at highest risk of accident or injury in the workplace.

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Languages Connect - Work Experience Resources

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Languages Connect - Work Experience Resources

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Guidance Resources to help promote and show students the importance and benefit of studying languages.

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Welcome to the website of the PDST Young Economist of the Year Award!

This site is your one-stop shop to find out everything you need to know about the PDST Young Economist of the Year Competition, or YEOTY as it has become affectionately known.

On this website, you can find out information about our partners, past entries and what the competition is. To find out more about YEOTY click the link below.

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Yeoty | Young Economist of the Year | Irelandr

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YEOTY, Young Economist of the Year is an economics competition for secondary school students in Irealnd. The awards ceremony will be hosted on Friday 19th June.

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Transition Year Educational Programmes at Universities and other Work Environments

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Transition Year Educational Programmes at Universities and other Work Environments

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Future Leaders Transition Year Programme

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Future Leaders Transition Year Programme

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The “Future Leaders Transition Year Programme” is a joint initiative from the GAA and Oide, the support service for teachers and school leaders. It is a cross-curricular programme comprising of a series of modules designed to encourage maturity, initiative, responsibility and leadership skills in pupils. The Programme gives pupils the knowledge and skills to support all roles required in the effective staging of Gaelic Games. As part of the Programme students are challenged to organise and run both on-field and off-field events for younger students.

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About Future Leaders - Transition Year Programme | Tobar

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The “Future Leaders Transition Year Programme” is a joint initiative from the GAA and Oide, the support service for teachers and school leaders. It is a cross-curricular programme comprising of a series of modules designed to encourage maturity, initiative, responsibility and leadership skills in pupils. The Programme gives pupils the knowledge and skills to support all roles required in the effective staging of Gaelic Games. As part of the Programme students are challenged to organise and run both on-field and off-field events for younger students.

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Below you will find everything you need to support your students in exploring the public sector careers. 

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Below you will find everything you need to support your students in exploring the public sector careers. 

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This suite of newly adapted resources includes a wealth of teachable moments for TY, LCA and LCVP classes to help demystify the public sector in a fun, convenient and engaging way.

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Here, you'll find everything you need to support your students in exploring the public sector and the careers they can access - all in one section. This suite of newly adapted resources includes a wealth of teachable moments for TY, LCA and LCVP classes to help demystify the public sector in a fun, convenient and engaging way.

HOW IT WORKS

Each lesson plan focuses on a specific topic in relation to careers in the public sector and includes:

Classroom PowerPoint Slides

Teacher Lesson Guidelines

Student Worksheets and activities

Teacher Worksheet Answers (where relevant)

Download Teacher Resource Guide

We recommend using the 'Introduction to the Public Sector' lesson plan to get you started. From here, you can use as many or as little resources to suit the needs of your class. You can download our Guide to Resources here for an overview of the lesson content.

All lesson plans are available to download below.

TRANSITION YEAR GROUPS

We understand different classes will have different learning objectives and timescales. For TY groups we would recommend that students could use this site for self-directed learning about the public sector. SIGN UP to our mailing list below and receive all the latest information about our upcoming resources!

INTRODUCING THE
PUBLIC SECTOR

As an introduction to the public sector, students will explore the public and private sector, sub-sectors within the public sector, and how to use CareersPortal.ie to search for public sector roles.

CAREER INTERESTS
AND THE PUBLIC SECTOR

In this lesson, students will identify career sectors that they are interested in and map these to public sector careers using the CareersPortal.ie Career Interest Profiler.

CAREER SECTORS & THE PUBLIC SECTOR

In this lesson, students will learn about a range of career sectors and how they relate to the government departments, as well as identify the similarities and differences between public sector and private sector roles.

CAREER PATHWAYS IN
THE PUBLIC SECTOR

In this lesson, students will learn about entry points to career paths, the progression pathways and hierarchies within the civil service, and will 'deep dive' into a public sector role.

LOOKING AT
THE CAREER LADDER

In this lesson, students will learn how to identify what the career ladder is and relate qualifications, training, experience and interests to it.

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FEEDBACK

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1. What is the Public Sector?

When looking at career sectors, it is important to note that many careers are available in the Public Sector as well as in the Private Sector.

What is the difference between these two sectors you may ask?

Government-run organisations are part of what is known as the Public Sector. The public sector is made up of people from a variety of backgrounds, all working together to provide public services to the people of Ireland. We advise and assist in the running of Government Departments, Local Authorities (such as your local county council) and state agencies.

The private sector is the part of the economy that is run by individuals and companies for profit and is not state-controlled, while charities and other non-profit organisations are part of the voluntary sector.

Many careers and roles exist in more than one of these career sectors, which means that skills and experience from one sector can be utilised in the others.

2. What is the role of Publicjobs.ie?

Publicjobs.ie is the website where we advertise all Civil and Public Service jobs. It is one of the main access route for people interested in joining a career in the civil and public sector. Job seekers can apply to career opportunities through publicjobs.ie as opportunities arise. Publicjobs.ie also manage the recruitment process from application to testing, interview and job offer.

3. Who is the Government of Ireland?

There are a wide variety of roles, types of jobs and important work that people employed in the Public Sector do. The Government of Ireland employs over 300,000 people to provide public services to Irish Citizens. These public services are split into three sections:

Government Departments which include Education, Health, Housing, Transport, Environment and Justice amongst others.

State Agencies that provide services such as HSE, An Garda Síochána and RTÉ.

Local Authorities: You might know these better as your local City or County Council.

For more visit: https://www.gov.ie/en/help/departments

4. What are the Civil Service Grades?

The civil service grades, from Clerical Officer to Secretary General, relate to seniority and pay scales as opposed to specific roles and duties. Almost all private sector roles exist in the civil service, your grade determines your level of seniority within the organisational structure from operational activities up to senior leadership.

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Publicjobs.ie | Ireland's Premier Public Sector Recruitment Website

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Early University Entrance Programme at Dublin City University for Transition Year students

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Early University Entrance Programme at Dublin City University for Transition Year students

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Early University Entrance | Centre for Talented Youth, Ireland

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The Early University Entrance programme has been running for several years and its evaluation composed my PhD thesis. The young students were found to have performed as well (and at times better) than the regular cohort of first year students taking the same modules.

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DCU - Faculty of Science and Health | Transition Year Placements

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DCU - Faculty of Science and Health | Transition Year Placements

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Faculty of Science and Health | Transition Year Placements | Faculty of Science & Health

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Are you a Transition Year student with an interest in science or mathematics?

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Running over 2 days, this interactive, online work experience includes various activities such as:

A day in the life of an estate agent

Online auctions

New Homes

3rd level college presentations

Auctioneering and Property Services apprenticeship programme
And much more!

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Registration for DNG TY 2023 is now closed. If you have registered previously you will receive an email from the DNG TY Team on the 3rd of February to allow you to join the online event on the the 8th of February.

​Please check the email account you registered with and spam folders on these accounts if you have not received it to your inbox.

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Registration for DNG TY 2023 is now closed. If you have registered previously you will receive an email from the DNG TY Team on the 3rd of February to allow you to join the online event on the the 8th of February.

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STEPS - Engineering Your Future - Transition Year experience

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STEPS - Engineering Your Future - Transition Year experience

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Transition Year experience | Engineers Ireland

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Engineering Your Future is a transition-year experience hosted by a number of top class third-level institutes and industries throughout Ireland.

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TU Dublin School of Architecture, Building and Environment Transition Year Programme

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TU Dublin School of Architecture, Building and Environment Transition Year Programme

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An annual event which is open to all TY students interested in a career in the Built Environment with a focus on Architecture, Architectural Technology, Spatial Planning and Environmental Management.

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Transition Year Programme 2023

The School of Architecture, Building & Environment is currently accepting online applications to the Transition Year Programme.

The Transition Year Programme' is an annual event which is open to all TY students interested in a career in Architecture and Architectural Technology. There is a special emphasis on diversity within the cohort of students as part of TU Dublin's widening participation strategy.

The TY event begins with a series of short exercises exploring materials and creativity and continues with a series of talks on architecture and the built environment. Each year tours are conducted of the Georgian quarter of Dublin along with exploring the best in contemporary architecture.

The students are encouraged to work in teams in studying the built environment and engaging in design projects. Visits to buildings are followed by a chance to see inside the workings of one of Ireland's leading design firms and have a question and answer session with architects and recent TU Dublin graduates about their career and college experience. The trips to The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) in Merrion Square and the Irish Architecture Foundation (IAF) allows the students to understand the wider role of architecture in the culture of the country as well as having a chance to talk to prominent practitioners.

There is a special emphasis in learning by doing and working in a collaborative manner to get a feel for the college and working experience. Students meet the staff and engage with students on the programme to get an understanding of college life. Practical advice is offered on the entry requirements along with advice on how to further follow up interest in the TU Dublin programmes.

Special thanks to the IAF, TU Dublin Foundation, Henry J Lyons, RIAI for their support for this event over the years.

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TY Programmes - Study - Trinity College Dublin

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Join us in the School of Education in Trinity College Dublin for a week where we will explore learning spaces of the future and how to make education better for everyone. If you are a current Transition Year student you can apply for a place on our TY Visions for Education programme.

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Architects in Schools provides Transition Year students with first-hand experience of the design process under the guidance of architects and architectural graduates nationwide.

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Irish Architecture Foundation - We encourage people to engage with their built environment, to inspire new ways of thinking about architecture.

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This resource has been designed to help you to explore your ideas, develop your designs and so much more!

This handbook is supplemented by the My Design Journal website which contains additional guidelines and resources to help you during your project. You can also find out about other design projects happening in schools nationwide.

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Architects in Schools - Irish Architecture Foundation

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Architects in Schools supports trained architects to link with schools and deliver student workshops over a 12 hour period of class contact time. The initiative is supported by these resources: Student Handbook and Facilitator Handbook. Through Architects in Schools, students experience architecture through hands-on design workshops and stimulus activities.

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Look into Law

Transition Year Programme | Combination of onsite and online learning | Open to 100 students, 1 per school

The Bar of Ireland's Transition Year programme 'Look into Law' returned in 2023 and there is an online programme available too.

The  Look into Law  TY Programme has been reimagined as a blended offering with one week online and onsite for 100 students who are interested in learning about life as a barrister. In 2024 it will take place between Monday 26 th February and Friday 1 st March 2024.

The online days consist of live Zoom sessions with barristers and include breakout rooms and quizzes. The online days will take place Monday to Wednesday. Then the programme moves to in person and the onsite days consist of job shadowing and tours on Thursday and Friday.

Applications will open in late September for the 2024 Look into Law TY Programme.

FAQs:

Application for a lottery place on Look into Law TY Programme

1. I completed the form online and submitted it. Is there anything else I need to do before November?

No, there is nothing more to do for the moment. We will contact you when the lottery draw has occurred and inform you if you have received one of the 100 places.

2. How many students can one school submit?

There are only 100 places and the schools who are given a place via the lottery can submit one student each.

3. When will I need to submit the student's name?

Each school who receives a place in the programme will require to submit their student's name by Monday 11th December along with permission forms.

4. When will I send my students' CVs/email addresses/phone numbers

As all communications will be through the designated teacher, we will only need the student's email address when you submit their name. We do not need anything about the student before that.

5. My school tells me that they have already applied

If your school has already applied, please make sure to let them know you would be interested in the programme. Schools will be notified whether or not their schools have been given a place on the 23 rd November.

6. My school tells me there are several students interested

Unfortunately, each school who has a received a place in the programme will need to submit one student only. Schools are encouraged to hold a competition for the place if necessary.

7. We don't know which student to put forward

In previous years, schools have held competitions, in the form of essay etc., to determine which student to put forward.

8. My child wants to apply

Unfortunately, we only accept applications from schools, if your child wants to apply, they will need to ask the school to apply on their behalf.

9. The student requires assistance

Please let us know any assistance your student will require.

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Look into Law Transition Year Programme | Combination of onsite and online learning | Open to 100 students, 1 per school The Bar of Ireland's Transition Year programme 'Look into Law' returned in 2023 and there is an online programme available too. The Look into Law TY Programme has been reimagined as a blended offering with one week ...

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The RCSI Transition Year (TY) MiniMed, MiniDentistry, MiniPharm, MiniFutureScientist and MiniPhysio programmes take place annually

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The RCSI Transition Year (TY) MiniMed, MiniDentistry, MiniPharm, MiniFutureScientist and MiniPhysio programmes take place annually

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Offering transition year students an excellent opportunity to gain experience of what it is like to train and work as a healthcare professional.

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The RCSI Transition Year MiniMed Programme takes place annually in RCSI Dublin and RCSI Waterford and offers transition year students the opportunity to experience what it is like to train and work as a doctor.

All sections of the programme are carried out by leading professionals in their respective areas with a wide variety of topics - including general practice, heart surgery, pathology, paediatrics, forensic medicine, transplants, obstetrics and gynaecology being covered during the programme.

Places for both the Dublin and Waterford programmes are allocated by a schools lottery system and student selection is at the school's discretion; RCSI takes no part in the selection process.

Application process:

Frequently asked questions

1. What is this programme about? The Transition Year MiniMed programme is specifically designed to encourage post-primary students to consider careers in medicine.

2. Can I choose which week to go on the programme? No. The programme is run once a year at a time that suits the RCSI teaching schedule. Due to the large number of teaching staff involved in the programme and the administrative tasks involved, it is not possible to offer alternative dates for the programme.

3. The programme is five days long, what if I can only attend for two, three or four of the days? You will only be offered a place on the programme if you can attend all five days. If you cannot attend all five days your place will be offered to another student who is available for the full programme.

4. Will I get paid to take part? No. The programme is work experience, not a job, therefore there is no monetary reward.

5. I'm not sure yet if I want to do medicine in college; is there any point in my doing this programme? Yes, as long as you like science/medicine! It's usually a good idea to try something first before deciding if it's really what you want to do. You might discover a passion for a particular field of medicine during the programme and it would be a shame to miss the chance to try it out. You might find that it's not what you want to do after all but at least you would know this based on experience rather than an idea of what you think it would be like.

6. Will I be working on my own? No. All students follow a similar programme throughout the week so you will be a group of 180 students. For some of the practical classes you will be in smaller groups ranging from 15 to 25 or 30.

7. Will my teacher visit me during the programme? Teachers are welcome to visit students from their school while they are on the programme. To arrange a visit, contact transitionyear@rcsi.ie.

8. Can I attend the programme even if my school has different dates for transition year work experience? Ask your school. Some schools are flexible about dates and if you have been offered a place on the programme, your school may give you permission to attend even when the dates they set for work experience are different.

9. Can my friend, who attends the same school, come on the programme with me? Places on the programme are very limited and we leave it to the individual schools to make the selection of which students will attend the programme.

10. Has anyone ever been removed from the programme? No, but we do reserve the right to remove students from the programme; however, this is not a decision that we take lightly. Examples of reasons to remove students from the programme include if a student breaches health and safety rules and puts themselves and/or others in danger or if a student is persistently disruptive. If a student is removed from the programme, we will not accept any future applications from students at the same school.

11. Are there any other reasons why students from a particular school would not be allowed to apply to the programme? Yes. We may make a decision based on other information, such as how the student handled their interactions with staff at RCSI and their behaviour while they were at RCSI and Beaumont Hospital.

12. What do students say about the programme? Quotes from past participant include:

"I really enjoyed the course especially the sessions where we could discuss the subjects in detail and ask our questions."

"This was a great week and provided me with lots of priceless information."

"I would definitely recommend this placement to others because it's interesting and you see expensive machines that do some amazing things!"

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Law Society of Ireland - Solicitors of the Future

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The Law Society of Ireland is delighted to announce that our innovative transition year work experience programme, Solicitors of the Future, will take place online in February 2024.

Solicitors of the Future is an innovative Transition Year (TY) programme offered by the Law Society of Ireland which provides students with an introduction to the solicitor's profession. Open to schools around the country, Solicitors of the Future encourages TY students to consider a career in law and offers an insight into the role of a solicitor in practice. In addition, this TY programme shows how the law can be relevant to the daily lives of participants and promotes awareness of the legal processes, constitutional principles, and values which underpin the rule of law in Ireland.

Following a very successful online programme in 2023, the programme will take place during the school mid-term break in February 2024.

This programme is free of charge to schools.

About the programme

Open to schools around the country, Solicitors of the Future encourages Transition Year (TY) students to consider a career in law and offers an insight into the role of a solicitor in practice. In addition, this TY programme shows how the law can be relevant to the daily lives of participants and promotes awareness of the legal processes, constitutional principles, and values which underpin the rule of law in Ireland.

Facilitated by Law Society staff, trainee solicitors, and expert practitioners, the activity-based programme features expert-led workshops, guest speakers, courtroom activities, a careers seminar and a mock trial.

Places on the programme are limited and are allocated to schools through a lottery system. Selection of the student to attend the programme is at the school's discretion and the Law Society of Ireland has no role in this process.

Successful schools are allocated a place for one student only. Should a school fail to nominate a participating student by the deadline, the school's place will be forfeited and another school will be selected via the lottery draw.

For more information about the programme, please see the Solicitors of the Future FAQ.

All schools will be emailed in December with a link to register to be included in the lottery. If you have any queries please contact tysolicitors@lawsociety.ie.
NB: Applications must be made by the school, not the student or parent.

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Solicitors of the Future is an innovative Transition Year (TY) work experience programme offered at the Law Society of Ireland which provides students with an introduction to the solicitor's profession.

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AIB Future Sparks Programme, an interdisciplinary programme for First to Sixth Year students.

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AIB Future Sparks Programme, an interdisciplinary programme for First to Sixth Year students.

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As a result of listening to students, teachers and industry, we are delighted to introduce the AIB Future Sparks Programme, an interdisciplinary programme for 1 st to 6 th year students.

Underpinned by rich education resources, this programme encourages the development of key life skills that accompany and support young people's significant life moments and transitions.

We believe that learning life skills now will future-proof lives, careers and our future economy, to the benefit of all. We see this as part of our brand purpose at AIB, which is to back our customers to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

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As a result of listening to students, teachers and industry, we are delighted to introduce the AIB Future Sparks Programme, an interdisciplinary programme for 1 st to 6 th year students. Underpinned by rich education resources, this programme encourages the development of key life skills that accompany and support young people's significant life moments and transitions.

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Transition units (TUs) are based on the 1993 guidelines, and are the curriculum components that are timetabled for approximately 45 hours. Alongside shorter modules and other learning experiences, schools may include a variety of TUs as part of their transition year programme. Transition units are not intended to be 'exam' courses but are assessed as part of the teaching and learning in the unit.

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Transition Units

Transition units (TUs) are based on the 1993 guidelines, and are the curriculum components that are timetabled for approximately 45 hours. Alongside shorter modules and other learning experiences, schools may include a variety of TUs as part of their transition year programme. Transition units are not intended to be 'exam' courses but are assessed as part of the teaching and learning in the unit.

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Transition Year (TY) is a one-year optional programme available to all post-primary schools.

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The Dare to Believe secondary programme is designed to work as a TY Modular leaning course but could also be used as curriculum for Junior Cycle wellbeing.

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The Dare to Believe secondary programme is designed to work as a TY Modular leaning course but could also be used as curriculum for Junior Cycle wellbeing.

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It helps students to connect to the values, life skills,  and the biological, psychological and social benefits of sports.

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Overview

The new Dare to Believe secondary school programme brings the Olympics to the classroom and inspires students to Dare to Believe in themselves. We do this through our Olympic Values core curriculum programme that culminates with a live inspirational Team Ireland Olympic Ambassador workshop. The secondary programme is designed to work as a TY Modular leaning course but could also be used as curriculum for Junior Cycle wellbeing.

Our programme helps students to connect to the values, life skills, and the biological, psychological and social benefits of sports. Developed with input from teachers, Olympians, mental health counselors and students, the 6 Unit teacher-led curriculum includes flexible user-friendly resources; presentations, teacher & student worksheets, activities & games.
Once you complete the Olympic Values Curriculum you will be eligible to book an Olympic ambassador visit to your school.

Who is it for?

The TY modular programme is designed for secondary schools looking for a new way to engage students in an interdisciplinary wellness and life skills programme that is based on the Olympic Values of healthy mind & body, respect, joy of effort, courage, equality & excellence. The curriculum aligns with the Key Skills and indicators of Wellbeing and learning outcomes for Transition Year including being personally effective, communication , critical and creative thinking and information processing. The programme successfully bridges the gap from practical Junior Cycle PE to Leaving Cert PE that includes theory in addition to practical. In addition the curriculum will show sport's impact on social, environmental and economic issues at local, national and global levels.

By registering today teachers will gain instant access to the complete curriculum. TY teachers and coordinators will have everything they need to include the TY Dare to Believe programme when planning their academic calendars.

Benefits

Olympic Role Models

Teacher-Friendly Resources

Life Skills Curriculum

Flexible Timeline

Gaisce Compliant

Olympic Role Models

Teacher-friendly Resources

Flexible Timeline

Gaisce Compliant

Features

6 Units of Classroom Curriculum
Teachers access highly engaging and interactive presentations, worksheets and activities that cover a range of values learned through sport; health, respect, excellence, equality and sports role in the Global Sustainable Goals etc. TY coordinators can schedule the programme as a modular course for transition year.

Olympic Athlete Ambassadors Workshop-
Schools that complete the curriculum will earn a workshop with an inspirational Olympic ambassador who will give an exciting talk and plenty of opportunities to interact with students.

Olympic Education Community
By registering for our programme teachers become members of our Olympic community. Benefits of being a member include special access to exclusive virtual & live events, programme updates & more.

GAISCE -Participation in this programme may be used towards achieving a GAISCE award.

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Programme: Secondary School - Dare To Believe

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The new Dare to Believe secondary school programme brings the Olympics to the classroom and inspires students to Dare to Believe in themselves. We do this through our Olympic Values core curriculum programme that culminates with a live inspirational Team Ireland Olympic Ambassador workshop.

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LIFT Ireland is a social enterprise initiative aimed at increasing the level of positive leadership in Ireland.

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LIFT Ireland is a social enterprise initiative aimed at increasing the level of positive leadership in Ireland.

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Schools - LIFT Ireland - Encouraging Leadership Amongst Students

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LIFT Ireland is encouraging positive leadership amongst students, helping to create a nation of leaders. Check out our schools programme.

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Bank of Ireland - Money Smarts Programme for Secondary Schools

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Bank of Ireland - Money Smarts Programme for Secondary Schools

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95% of teachers agree students benefit

90% of teachers recommend it

Award Winning Best Experience/Virtual Event

Over 150,000 students participated

No. 1 for Financial Literacy

Considered to be the No.1 Financial Literacy Programme for Schools, Money Smarts is packed with content, workshops and events designed to provide students with both financial literacy and key life skills they'll benefit from for life.

Students can also put their financial literacy knowledge to the test to win some substantial prizes for their school and themselves, in the award winning Money Smarts Challenge.

Teachers! Our team of Youth Coordinators will deliver this programme content virtually to your students, at a time that suits you. So you've flexibility to plan around your class schedule.
Register Your School

Proud to work closely with the Business Studies Teachers Association of Ireland who are avid supporters of the benefit of the Money Smarts Programme, supporting the delivery of this vital financial literacy and key life skills content to their students in secondary schools across Ireland.

Financial Literacy Presentations

"Engaging, educational and free!"

We've listened to your feedback and with the help of secondary school teachers and financial wellbeing experts, we've refreshed and created a more comprehensive suite of Financial Literacy presentations. All are more aligned to the curriculum and tailored to specific class years from 1st to 6th, so perfect for both Junior and Senior Cycle students.

Delivered virtually, each presentation fits nicely in to your class time of 40 minutes and content covers all 6 pillars of Financial Wellbeing: Spending & Saving; Earning & Income; Credit & Debt; Investing; Risk & Protection; and Financial Decision Making. There's also a presentation and video on fraud.

Remember, everything learned in these presentations may give your students the competitive edge if you decide as a school to register for the Money Smarts Challenge, where a team from your school could go on to win €25,000 for your school and lots of other prizes too.
Register Your School

School Bank

"The students learn so much."

Encourage your students to get involved in the School Bank. Set up and operated by five students, it provides banking services in your school. Not only will the team be positive ambassadors for smart money management with fellow students, they'll also get to flex their muscles across a wide variety of competencies. Participation is such a great stand out on a students' CVs.

With five roles to apply for on the School Bank Team, the team works together to create a positive buzz about the School Bank offering and guides students, who are 14 or older, through the process of opening a 2nd Level Current Account if they so wish, via a slick and fully digital application process. A dedicated Youth Coordinator will provide full training and always be on hand to support the School Bank Team.
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Practical Workshops

"Great resources. Highly recommend"

Two popular workshops focus on practical key life skills. Each is delivered virtually and runs for 40 mins.

The CV & interview Skills Workshop contains everything a student needs to know about crafting a killer CV and bowling over a potential employer in an interview. Perfect for Junior Cycle, TY and LCVP students.

The Business Start-Up Workshop will help inspire and guide budding entrepreneurs looking to start their own business as they learn about critical thinking, communication and problem solving skills.

Following the completion of each workshop, students can access a Post Workshop Pack with useful tips on topics covered.
Register Your School

Money Smarts Challenge

A chance to win €25,000 for your school.
Find out more

Please note: Early registration for the Money Smarts Programme is highly recommended this year as places may need to be limited if there is increased demand for virtual delivery. So to avoid disappointment, secure your school's place as soon as you can. Completion of the registration form for this programme does not guarantee a place.

Competitions are not an activity regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

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Money Smarts | Secondary School Programme | Bank of Ireland

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Skip to content 95% of teachers agree students benefit 90% of teachers recommend it Award Winning Best Experience/Virtual Event Over 150,000 students participated Considered to be the No.1 Financial Literacy Programme for Schools, Money Smarts is packed with content, workshops and events designed to provide students with both financial literacy and key life skills they'll benefit from for life.

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Building Heroes is a social media campaign aimed at dispelling myths about what a career in construction is really like.

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Building Heroes is a social media campaign aimed at dispelling myths about what a career in construction is really like.

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Building Heroes is a social media campaign aimed at dispelling myths about what a career in construction is really like.

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Meet Giselle Gallagher, who was a rugby scholarship student in America studying psychology before she returned home and found a job working in off-site construction manufacturing.

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Department of Further and Higher Education

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Meet Liam Roche, who left school after his Junior Certificate, but is now an Architectural BIM Technologist and WorldSkills medal winner.

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Department of Further and Higher Education

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Chatreen O'Connor, who was studying Television and Digital Filmmaking before deciding to become an apprentice electrician.

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Department of Further and Higher Education

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Digital Academy for the Sustainable Built Environment​

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Digital Academy for the Sustainable Built Environment​

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DASBE | Ireland – Digital Academy for Sustainable Built Environment

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Do I qualify for DASBE funding if I live and/or work outside of Ireland?

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Housing for All is an ambitious plan of actions related to Housing in Ireland, and a key element of the Programme for Government.

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Housing for All is an ambitious plan of actions related to Housing in Ireland, and a key element of the Programme for Government.

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Future Building supports recruitment and training across this sector in Ireland in line with Housing for All.

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Solas | Learning Works | Future Building

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Further Education and Training programmes which enable learners to succeed in the labour market and thrive in society.

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Springboard+ began in 2011 as part of the Government’s Jobs Initiative. Its aim is to provide free and heavily subsidised upskilling and reskilling opportunities through higher education in areas where there is an identified skills need. 

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Springboard+ began in 2011 as part of the Government’s Jobs Initiative. Its aim is to provide free and heavily subsidised upskilling and reskilling opportunities through higher education in areas where there is an identified skills need. 

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Springboard+ website
If you are trying to reach the Springboard+ website and have been redirected to this page, this may be because you are currently outside of Ireland or using a VPN. You will need to rectify this to access the Springboard+ website.

If you have any queries, please contact springboard@hea.ie

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Springboard+ | Higher Education Authority

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Climate and Green Skills - On this page, you will find information on climate and green skills, and the courses available in Further Education and Higher Education Institutions.

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Climate and Green Skills - On this page, you will find information on climate and green skills, and the courses available in Further Education and Higher Education Institutions.

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Find out information about climate and green skills and the courses linked to them.

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Young Social Innovators (YSI) is a non-profit organisation that empowers young people to use their talents, insights, passion and creativity to come up with innovative solutions to social challenges.

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Young Social Innovators (YSI) is a non-profit organisation that empowers young people to use their talents, insights, passion and creativity to come up with innovative solutions to social challenges.

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Young Social Innovators (YSI) - Young Social Innovators Changing the World for Good

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YSI is about encouraging young people to re-imagine the world and empowering them to bring their vision to life

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Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25.

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Gaisce – The President’s Award is Ireland’s national youth award and is a personal development programme for young people aged 14-25.

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Gaisce - The President's Award | Get Involved!

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Gaisce is the most prestigious youth award in Ireland and is a challenge to young people from the President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins to dream big and realise their potential. Gaisce is the most prestigious youth award in Ireland and is a challenge to young people

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Enterprise education programme run by the Network of Local Enterprise Office of Ireland (LEOs)

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Enterprise education programme run by the Network of Local Enterprise Office of Ireland (LEOs)

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1ST YEAR TO 6TH YEAR

LINKS WITH JUNIOR & SENIOR CYCLE CURRICULUMS

STUDENTS LEARN FROM SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEURS

FREE IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPS & SUPPORTS

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Student Enterprise Programme - Ireland's Largest & Most Successful Student Enterprise Programme

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The Student Enterprise Programme, an initiative run by the Network of Local Enterprise Offices of Ireland, is Ireland's largest and most successful student enterprise programme with over 23,000 second level students taking part each year.

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Junk Kouture is open to 12-19 year-olds and challenges young people to design, upcycle and create high end Kouture from recycled Junk, before showcasing their design and representing their school on stages across the world!

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Junk Kouture is open to 12-19 year-olds and challenges young people to design, upcycle and create high end Kouture from recycled Junk, before showcasing their design and representing their school on stages across the world!

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Junk Kouture: Youth Sustainable The World's First Sport for Creatives for Schools!

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A fashion competition challenging schools to design, upcycle and create high-end sustainable fashion from recycled junk!

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Learning from Work Experience - TY micro-module

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Learning from Work Experience - TY micro-module

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Foghlaim ó Thaithí Oibre - Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana

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Foghlaim ó Thaithí Oibre - Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana

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CNCM Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana - Foghlaim ó Thaithí Oibre

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Bunchlocha na Gairme - Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana

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Bunchlocha na Gairme - Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana

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CNCM Micreamhodúl Idirbhliana - Bunclocha na Gairme

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Modúl-iVET- Modúl tosaigh gairmoideachais agus gairmoiliúna don idirbhliain

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Modul-iVET- Modúl tosaigh gairmoideachais agus gairmoiliúna

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LIFT Self-Leadership Programme - TY Micro-module

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LIFT Self-Leadership Programme - TY Micro-module

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LIFT Self-leadership Programme - TY Micro-module

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Webinar (one hour duration) exploring the use of digital portfolios in online assessment and feedback.

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Webinar (one hour duration) exploring the use of digital portfolios in online assessment and feedback.

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PDST Technology advisors have created a number of resources to introduce digital portfolios in a Post-Primary setting. A suite of interactive resources to explore how to use digital portfolios to embed formative assessment. Webinar (one hour duration) exploring the use of digital portfolios in online assessment and feedback.

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Oide Teicneolaíocht san Oideachas - Punanna Digiteacha - Iar-bhunscoileanna

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Oide Teicneolaíocht san Oideachas - Punanna Digiteacha - Iar-bhunscoileanna

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Oide TiE Webinar: 'Formative Assessment using Digital Portfolios'. 

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Oide TiE Webinar: 'Formative Assessment using Digital Portfolios'. 

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Formative Assessment using Digital Portfolios

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IBM Skills Build Power your future in tech with job skills, courses, and credentials—for free.

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IBM Skills Build Power your future in tech with job skills, courses, and credentials—for free.

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Power your future in tech with job skills, courses, and credentials—for free. Kick-start your tech journey with free courses and resources. Prepare your students for the workforce of the future. Accessibility tools and much of the content is available in different languages.

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Free Skills-Based Learning From Technology Experts | IBM SkillsBuild

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Get free, online, skills-based learning and support no matter where you are in your career journey, developed by technology experts.

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AIB Future Sparks Work Experience PowerPoint

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AIB Future Sparks Work Experience PowerPoint

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AIB Future Sparks Tuarascáil ar Thaithí Oibre

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AIB Future Sparks Tuarascáil ar Thaithí Oibre

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Work Experience Report Template (AIB Future Sparks)

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Work Experience Report Template (AIB Future Sparks)

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Tuarascáil ar Thaithí Oibre Teimléad Tuarascála (AIB Future Sparks)

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Tuarascáil ar Thaithí Oibre Teimléad Tuarascála (AIB Future Sparks)

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Treoir san Idirbhliain: Seimineár gréasáin 2025-6

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Treoir san Idirbhliain: Seimineár gréasáin 2025-6

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Treoir san Idirbhliain - Seimineár Gréasáin - EFG 2025-6

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Guidance in Transition Year - Planning Notes Sheet (1)

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CNCM- Tábla Forléargais ar na Comhpháirteanna - eiseamláir pdf

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NCCA: TY - Reflecting on our curriculum exemplar

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NCCA: TY - Reflecting on our curriculum exemplar

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NCCA: TY - Reflecting on our curriculum editable word resource

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NCCA: TY - Reflecting on our curriculum editable word resource

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Identifying Needs by Year group - Editable

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Identifying Needs by Year group - Editable

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Inclusive Pathways Audit Reflection Tool

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Inclusive Pathways Audit Reflection Tool

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Uirlis Athmhachnaimh le haghaidh Athbhreithniú ar Chonairí Ionchuimsiteacha

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Uirlis Athmhachnaimh le haghaidh Athbhreithniú ar Chonairí Ionchuimsiteacha

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Uirlis Athmhachnaimh le haghaidh Athbhreithniú ar Chonairí Ionchuimsiteacha

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Senior Cycle Redevelopment - Schools Information Note - Sept 2024 - Issue 6

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Senior Cycle Redevelopment - Schools Information Note - Sept 2024 - Issue 6

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Table 6: examples of WSG provision for TY students

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Table 6: examples of WSG provision for TY students

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from Information Note TC 0001/2024, pg. 14

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NF 01-24_Tábla 5- Samplaí den soláthar treorach scoile uile do scoláirí Idirbhliana

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NF 01-24_Tábla 5- Samplaí den soláthar treorach scoile uile do scoláirí Idirbhliana

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Circular 01/2025 Guidance in Post-Primary Schools

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Circular 01/2025 Guidance in Post-Primary Schools

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DEY Circular 01-2025 - Guidance in Post-Primary Schools

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Ciorclán 0001/25 Treoir in Iar-bhunscoileanna.

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Ciorclán 0001/25 Treoir in Iar-bhunscoileanna.

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Information Note 01/2024 - Whole-school guidance

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Information Note 01/2024 - Whole-school guidance

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DEY Information Note 01-2024 - Whole School Guidance

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Nóta Faisnéise 0001/24: Treoir Scoile Uile

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Nóta Faisnéise 0001/24: Treoir Scoile Uile

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Developing your own. Accessing others.

A TY micro-module is typically designed to provide a concentrated learning experience, within the parameters of the Transition Year Programme Statement, to enhance the educational experience of students. They can be designed and delivered as standalone components or designed to be integrated with other TY components. TY micro-modules can be developed for a duration of up to 10, 20, or 30 hours, whilst having the flexibility for schools to decide on the most suitable balance of class contact time and self-directed, independent learning.

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Athfhorbairt na Sraithe Sinsearaí- Nóta faisnéise do scoileanna - MF 2024 - Eagrán 6

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Athfhorbairt na Sraithe Sinsearaí- Nóta faisnéise do scoileanna - MF 2024 - Eagrán 6

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CNCM Teimpléad Micreamhodúil Idirbhliana (Word)

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CNCM Teimpléad Micreamhodúil Idirbhliana (Word)

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Student Dimensions Poster | Póstaer- Gnéithe Scoláire

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Student Dimensions Poster | Póstaer- Gnéithe Scoláire

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Developmental Indicators - Student Dimension: Career Exploration

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Developmental Indicators - Student Dimension: Career Exploration

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Planning a TY Module - Developmental Indicators - Career Exploration