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Q: I am working full time, but because of the COVID-19 situation, I am thinking about taking a few online training courses to improve my career options in case of lay-off or redundancy. What are the general tips you would offer before embarking on some courses – when I go online, I get overwhelmed by the range of options. I am struggling to see which ones are best for me in terms of enhancing my career prospects. Also, is there any way I can be more efficient in my learning? (BC, email).

The CAO process, choosing courses and possible future careers can be a big and often problematic experience for 6th year students. Robert Quinn, guidance counsellor with Athlone Guidance, is available for two 1 hour 20 minute sessions (total 2 hours 40 minutes) at a total cost of €100. Robert also helps students applying for UCAS, Án Garda Síochana, apprenticeships, HPAT, PLCs, and other courses of study and work. Robert also meets third, TY, and fifth year students to help them decide school subjects and contemplate future courses/careers.

Galway Community College continues to offer a wide variety of courses for school leavers and continuing professional development. There is a broad range of FETAC/QQI Level 5 and 6 courses on offer, with tutors constantly developing new modules and links to business.

Sinn Féin councillor Thérèse Ruane has described the actions of Fine Gael spokesperson Brian Hayes and his party colleagues as “utterly hypocritical” with regards to the reintroduction of third level fees.