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Pitman Training Carlow

Pitman Training Carlow is located conveniently on Castle Street in Carlow town. The centre offers a wide range of courses and upskilling services to help get your career moving upwards or get you ready for employment in a range of areas. Training courses are only part of the solution offered by Pitman Training. In addition to training, the centre also offers; career consultations, CV workshops, mock interviews, sourcing work experience and help with job seeking are also offered. Each student is dealt with separately and the centre uses its links with local businesses to help graduates that are seeking to … Continue reading →

Online Courses

Online and distance learning courses in Ireland are offered by a wide range of providers. Some of these providers specialise in online education, whilst others offer it as an additional option along with classroom based study or blended learning (mix of classroom and online). When looking for online courses it is important to check accreditation and tutor support options. Many providers now offer online QQI courses which will allow for progression upwards on NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications as well as direct entry to the workforce.

Part Time Courses

Part time courses can be hugely beneficial for those who wish to up-skill whilst accommodating existing work or family commitments. Evening courses and night classes can also be a great way of picking up new hobbies, meet like minded people and learn more about areas of interest.
Further Education Courses

Further Education is study which occurs after second level education but which is not part of the third level system. This includes PLC (Post Leaving Cert) courses, Apprenticeships, vocational training options and others. There are many schools and providers involved in the delivery of continuing education and training for young school leavers and adults. These include ETB’s, Solas, private colleges and state sponsored organisations.
Job Skills and CPD Courses

CPD (Continuous Professional Development) is offered by many colleges and course providers in Ireland, many of these are private colleges and training providers. Some third level colleges also provide CPD courses with credits offered which will contribute to career progression and further learning. Many IT and Business skills providers offer valuable job skills options, whilst more niche areas are also covered.
Postgraduate Courses

Postgraduate courses are offered by most third level colleges in Ireland. A range of private colleges also offer postgraduate study options sometimes offering EQF (European Qualifications Framework) qualifications at levels 7 & 8 (equivalent to postgraduate levels 9 & 10 on the Irish NFQ – National Framework of Qualifications)
Third Level Courses

Third level courses in Ireland are offered through the CAO (Central Applications Office). Mature students can access courses in a number of institutes by direct applications. All other applications are made through CAO offers and acceptance process based on Leaving Cert results and available places.
Education Resources

Department of Education
CAO (Central Applications Office)
ETBI (Education and Training Boards Ireland)