Whether you’re starting again, building on what you have, or looking for something completely new — from Community Education to University Education, from Climate Action to Literacy – you’ll find the links here.
Studying
Studying in the Community
If you are interested in community, equality and inclusion-related studies — here are courses, education and training opportunities in the Republic of Ireland. While we cover good ground here – there are further university offerings to add to this resource section – as well as learning opportunities in Northern Ireland.
Adult Education & Courses in the Community
Adult Education Ireland
Fetch Courses
The national database for all Further Education and Training (FET) in Ireland. You can filter by location and course type — e.g., evening, part-time, or community.
Aontas
Aontas advocates and lobbies for quality education for all adults across the island of Ireland and raises awareness of the impact of adult learning on people’s lives and on society. Community education often helps people who have been let down by the traditional education system in Ireland.
An Cosán
An Cosán began in Tallaght, Dublin, in 1986 and grew to become a national community education provider offering courses in person, online and in blended formats. It works in collaboration with over 240 community organisations and the courses are designed to benefit people personally and professionally.
Adult Continuing Education (ACE), UCC
ACE in UCC has been offering part-time education programmes to Cork, Munster, and beyond since 1946. It runs part-time certificate, diploma, and degree (Level 6–9) courses for adult learners.
National Adult Literacy Agency (NALA)
NALA provides free courses on literacy, numeracy, and technology; you can call them at 1800 20 20 65.
Climate-Action Courses
There are a wide variety of climate-action courses available, from community-based workshops to certificate courses and postgraduate degrees. Two examples delivered online, yet at community level:
(a) Local Education & Training Boards provide free 4-week online courses focusing on biodiversity, energy, and waste for community groups.
(b) The unique Cloughjordan Eco-Village in Co. Tipperary teaches Community Resilience and other courses in person and online.
Working in Early Years Care
The Community Employment Early Learning and Care Programme supports people who want a career in Early Learning and Care (previously childcare). It offers training, work experience and the opportunity to earn qualifications on early years courses.
3rd Level & Further Study
Qualifax — search any kind of course including universities: qualifax.ie
Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) — financial support: Learn More
Erasmus+ — for study abroad: Learn More
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