1. Options after the Leaving Certificate
Cashel Community School
Information Evening

3. PLC’s Direct Application to PLC college – NOT on CAO Range of Courses:
5 passes in the Leaving Cert
Interview
Qualifications
FETAC (NCVA) Level 5
FETCA (NCVA) Level 6
Progression to 3rd level
Higher Education Links Scheme
Apply through CAO where a small no. of reserved places available for FETAC Applicants
Places offered in ranked order
Progression is from FETAC (NCVA) Level 5 & Level 6 Advanced Certificates
Range of Courses:
Secretarial
Beauty Therapy/Hairdressing
Medical/Dental Reception
Tourism
Animal Care
Accounting Technician
Legal Studies
Child Care/Montessori
Computers
Interior Design
Art Portfolio Preparation

4. Specific Higher Education Link Scheme
Specific FETAC (NCVA) level 5 awards and some level 6 awards are linked to reserved places on higher education courses (University Degree)
These courses are identified by a course code.
They will have certain core modules that must be complete for eligibility
They must have a minimum of 5 distinctions in five modules
Candidates are advised to confirm details with Admissions Offices of the Appropriate institutions
& FETAC Requirements look up

5. Gardaí Advert in the national newspapers or
Register your interest on and receive an .
An application form on
Leaving Certificate results are required
Interview & Aptitude Test & Medical

6. Entry requirements Leaving Certificate 5 passes in L.C. Maths
Proficiency in 2 languages, one of which must be Irish or English Or
Level 5 FETAC award
3 Stages:
Stage 1: Will comprise of three written tests
Test 1: Verbal evaluation Test 2: Analytical Reasoning Test 3: Job Simulation Exercise
Stage 2: Will include elements like a written communication exercise and an interview.
Stage 3: Will include a medical examination and may also include a physical ability test

7. Apprenticeships: Craft and Professional
Apprenticeships are available in a wide range of industries and Sectors such as Construction, Electrical, Engineering, Finance, Hospitality and Motor.
 Apprenticeships website
List of apprenticeships in Ireland
Regional Skills website
Regional Skills App

8. Hospitality: Education and Training Centre – www.lcfet.ie
Career Traineeships combined with direct off-the-job training centre with on-the-job training.
Courses commence with classroom-based learning.
Skills and knowledge further developed in the host company.

9. CPA Accounts Executive Traineeships www.lwetb.ie
This is for students who have recently left school.
One year fully funded full time academic programme followed by a three-month work placement for ambitious school leavers wishing to pursue a career as a professional accountant.
Entry requirements: 6 passes L.C.

10. Defence Forces Apprenticeships Officer Cadets General Service
Army, Air Corp & Naval
All details available

11. Useful Websites Qualifax Qualifax: Career events
Careers Portal Parents Guide
CAO