“An adult version of a ‘guidance counsellor’ to help you pick a field of interest and how to apply would be helpful. The CAO has drastically changed and some websites aren’t clear on the entry requirements for older students.”
“The cost of third level is staggering. We are already having discussion on how to save/what to cut to be able to give our youngest children the chance to go.”
“I feel that children need more information when it comes to career guidance. Many of the schools only focus on the 3rd Level Institutions near them and don’t encourage them to look elsewhere and at alternative courses should things not work out.”
“Delighted to see so many new apps now esp once Covid and home schooling happened.”
“I think it needs to change not all kids are the same and the education system doesn’t allow for kids that aren’t as academic . They need to get rid of having one exam at the end of your school days decided whether you can have a place in college or not. Have continuous education exams and interviews for courses.”