Whether you’re a Leaving Certificate student, a mature student, an early school leaver, or someone who’s interested in upskilling, there’s an exciting range of options available at Killester and Marino College of Further Education in Dublin.

The colleges have joined forces to offer a diverse selection of Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) courses – including Science, Computing, Arts, Social Studies, Health Science/Pre Emergency, Pre Nursing, Business, Cabin Crew/Tourism, Horticulture, Beauty (ITEC), Creative & Visual Media, Childcare/SNA, and Banking & Finance, as well as a Traineeship in Dental Nursing. In 2022, they’re also launching two brand new courses: Arts Administration and Nail Technology with Beauty Therapy.

The colleges continue to place an emphasis on responding to the educational needs of the community, with programmes that are learner-centred, and provided in a friendly, inclusive and supportive environment. There’s also a wide range of supports available for students including PLC Grants, Back to Education Allowances, and opportunities through the Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme.

All the courses available at Killester and Marino College of Further Education are accredited by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), ranging from Level 4 to Levels 5 and 6. These qualifications earned through the courses can also be used to progress onto other third level programmes.

Online applications open this month for courses commencing in September 2022. Visit killestercollege.ie and marinocfe.ie for more information.

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