WorldSkills Ireland event to be staged alongside Higher Options this year
Largest ever concentration of career and study information for school leavers
Largest ever concentration of career and study information for school leavers
The good news is there have never been so many options available to school-leavers
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Higher Options and WorldSkills Ireland exhibitions help students choose their next steps after the Leaving Cert
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Expo can help you make the right choice before deciding on what course to pursue after the Leaving Cert
‘Aim to leave the event with a head full of ideas about what might be possible and exciting after the Leaving Cert.’
From information about accommodation availability to how you might get involved in college life, Higher Options is a good place to start
Event is an opportunity to ask about the college application process, course details and other important information about third level
Preparing your children for college can be a challenge so what should you look out for?
We asked some career experts how students should prepare for the event
With hundreds of courses to choose from, it is worth taking the time to understand your own preferences and interests
Preparation can help you get the most out of your session with a guidance counsellor
There are lots of options ranging a gap-year to Post Leaving Cert courses and apprenticeships
Over 100 universities, colleges and educational providers will have representatives at this year’s Higher Options expo at the RDS from September 21st to September 23rd.
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