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Careers
‘It felt silly to say I wanted to be a farmer living in the city’
Sarah McIntosh
A farm technician apprenticeship is a practical way to gain a formal qualification in the agriculture sector, writes Sarah McIntosh.
22 January 2025 Education
Let a tertiary degree take you on the right path
There are many educational pathways outside of the CAO race, but students can be unaware these opportunities in rural towns even exist, writes Sarah McIntosh.
22 January 2025 Features
Christmas quiz answers and the winners are...
Find out how you fared in the Christmas bumper quiz and if you’re one of the lucky ones to scoop a prize sponsored by Ireland’s Bluebook.
CAO Special: don’t miss out on additional supports
The HEAR and DARE scheme is in place to break down barriers to third-level education. It is important students get their application in, writes Sarah McIntosh.
15 January 2025 Education
CAO guide: the 2025 application process
Before starting the process of selecting courses it’s important for students to take time to think about what they want to do after leaving school, writes Sarah McIntosh.
15 January 2025 Education
CAO Special: curious about a career in agri-food? Get the inside view
Two students who are currently studying new agri-food related courses share their experiences, writes Sarah McIntosh.
15 January 2025 Education
CAO Special: top advice for filling out your CAO application
Eileen Keleghan, head of communications at CAO, offers students advice on what to remember when completing the application, writes Sarah McIntosh.
15 January 2025 Education
CarveOn: carving out a new chapter in Kildare
Brothers Alan and Gary McCormack have created a personalised leather business blending traditional craftsmanship with a modern twist, writes Sarah McIntosh.
8 January 2025 Features
Platform for international educational programmes
Global projects educating young people on agriculture and food sustainability took centre stage at the World Food Forum in Rome, writes Sarah McIntosh
8 January 2025 Education
‘We're going to need a steady supply of educated young people’
Young Cavan farmer Barry Stratford won five awards, including the FBD Trust Overall Student of the Year, at University College Cork’s recent graduation ceremony. In conversation with Sarah McIntosh
8 January 2025 Education
Find career clarity in 2025 with expert tips and advice
The new year is the ideal opportunity to set your career off on the right foot and make the right choices, writes Sarah McIntosh.
1 January 2025 Careers
Exceptional childcare workers are honoured
Child Paths’ Giving Back campaign culminates in a celebratory ceremony which shines a light on the tireless work of caregivers, writes Sarah McIntosh.
1 January 2025 Education