An Garda Siochana

Information on the the Garda Siochana can be found at www.garda.ie In the Frequently Asked Questions section under careers you will be able to find out what the entry requirements and the recruitment process are for the gardai. Further information can also be found at

http://www.careersportal.ie/organisations/recruitment.php?client_id=28 where you can find out about different aspects of the job.

The Defence Forces

You may be interested in a career in the Defence Forces but unfortunately they are not recruiting at the moment. Keep an eye on their website http://www.military.ie for information and any updates in the future.

Studying and Working Abroad

http://www.careersandcounselling.com/showresource.php?category=Study%20and%20work%20abroad This is a great link if you are considering studying or working abroad in Australia, New Zealand or the USA.

The National Framework of Qualifications

The National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) recognises all education and training in Ireland. You will see that all framework awards now have an NFQ Level (1-10) which tells you about the standard of learning and an NFQ Award-Type which tells you about the purpose, volume and progression opportunities associated with a particular award. At http://www.nfq.ie you can view the framework which will help you to assess education and training opportunities and plan to meet your own education and training needs.

The National Framework of Qualifications

Scholarships

Many Irish colleges and universities now offer various types of scholarships. Some are based on academic acheivement, sporting ability, musical or artistic talent. You can find out more about scholarships at http://www.daycourses.com/going_to_college/scholarships/list_of_scholarships.html

Opportunities for All

The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has produced a 15 minute video on access to college and opportunities for all.

Opportunities for all: Part 1 (5:01)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MdYuucB2BU

Opportunities for all: Part 2 (5:00)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7vY0fv2m7Q

Opportunities for all: Part 3 (4:33) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jo4Xvg4FWRo

What's the job really about?

Often when you go to research courses you want to find out what type of job you could get at the end of it. At www.icould.com you can find out about various jobs from the people who work in their chosen areas. The video clips on this website give a really good insight into the job itself and the qualities that are required to do the job successfully and to fully enjoy it.

If you are proactive and ask questions about a job/career you'll get a personal insight into what's involved in it. You may have already had the opportunity to do this while on work experience during transition year.