Course description
This course was designed to meet the needs of second level teachers who, either wish to teach or are currently teaching ‘Politics and Society’ on the Leaving Certificate curriculum. The course focuses on content which directly corresponds with the four strands of learning identified on the curriculum, thus providing students with the skills, knowledge, learning and teaching methodologies required to engage with the subject. It covers a diverse range of subject matter but specifically focuses on Power and Decision Making, Active Citzenship, Human Rights and Globalisation and Localisation.
Evening courses and part time learning options are a great way to enhance a CV, to socialise and make friends, as well as learn something completely new. There are an abundance of night courses and evening classes available.. 
Further Education and PLCs (Post Leaving Cert Courses) have become a popular alternative to the CAO system here in Ireland. PLC Courses are validated by QQI (Quality & Qualifications Ireland) at levels 5 & 6 of the NFQ.. 
Continuous Professional Development (CPD) helps to keep skills and knowledge up to date and ensures the standard of registrations & qualifications are maintained..