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PHOTOS College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus Open Day gives prospective learners a chance to explore their options
College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus Open Day. Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board’s College of Further Education and Training delivers programmes to over 24,000 learners each year across 28 College of FET Campuses throughout the Limerick and Clare region. Picture: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick
College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus open day was perfect for learners considering what pathway to take in the continuation of their education or making a return to education
Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board’s College of Further Education and Training delivers programmes to over 24,000 learners each year across 28 College of FET Campuses throughout the Limerick and Clare region.
One of these campuses, College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus, which delivers a number of joint programmes with its nearby sister campus at Mulgrave Street, recently held an Open Day for prospective learners who got to meet with staff and learners, explore clubs and campus facilities, and see the range of courses on offer at each campus.
Learners considering attending College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus pay no fees, receive full accreditation, keep their social protection payment and are entitled to childcare support.
The open day was perfect for learners considering what pathway to take in the continuation of their education, or indeed contemplating a return to education as the campuses are a valued and worthwhile choice.
Prospective learners also had the opportunity to speak with staff and learn more about the huge range of flexible training and learning opportunities that each individual campus possesses.
The unified prospectus that incorporates each of these fantastic campuses is filled with options – not only for school leavers, but for adults alike – that provide clear pathways to further education and career-based progression. College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus also offers a Youthreach Programme which offers a range of support for 15 to 20 year olds.
Leah, a learner of Applied Science said, “I really love my course, my teachers and the people in my course.”
Hashmit, an English learner, spoke about the facilities saying, “I love everything about this campus, especially the teachers and the facilities, which are always available to use, I especially love the canteen. It’s a great place to learn!”
Terry, a learner commented, “It’s different from secondary school and the typical student teacher relationships, as here you feel a friendship with the teachers who offer an ongoing mentorship.”
Catherine, a potential learner at the College of FET, Kilmallock Road Campus concluded, “This open day was brilliant, the campus has amazing facilities and I got a great opportunity to get a taste of everything available.”
Programmes are co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union.
For more information on courses, visit collegeofFET.ie/kilmallock-road
Pictures: Olena Oleksienko/ilovelimerick