Links

Qualifax
Course details for all aspiring college students. Free online interest’s assessment which asks you to choose between different occupations e.g.  farmer or mechanic. Based on your answers it then shows which of seven broad categories of occupations are likely to interest you.

Central Applications Office
This is the web site to use for all applications to 3rd level colleges.

Scoil Net
This is a Government funded education resources web site. In the post primary section for students there is some useful information on choosing careers and college courses.

Dyslexia Association of Ireland
Information on managing dyslexia in an Irish context.

Psychological Testing Centre
Developed by the British Psychological Society this website has comprehensive  information on different types of psychological assessments.

Aontas
This is the web site of the national learning organisation which aims to promote adult education.

FAS
This is the national Government agency for training and development. On this web site you’ll find details of training courses which attract training allowances, job opportunities, and advice on applying for jobs. There’s also information for job seekers with disabilities.

Citizens Information
Government Agency web site providing information on all aspects of living in Ireland. Useful information on employment rights.

Ahead
A Government agency, The Association for Higher Education Access and Disability, aims to improve access to 3rd level for people with disabilities.

Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment
Government Department web site with details of employment rights, including redundancy, and work permits. Also includes information on setting up your own business.

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Enterprise Board
A good State Agency  web site for practical supports on setting up your own business.

The Institute of Business Analysis and Consulting
This not for profit organisation runs useful inexpensive lunch time events aimed at both personal and professional skills development.

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