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“Steps In My Life”

STEPS IN MY LIFE Those two steps into that building on a bright September morning was the beginning of the steps to my career. “Oh! You should go to the lady’s staffroom” was the greeting I received from a very friendly member of management.  As I opened the door to this sacred room, I was [...]

2023-03-28T08:58:58+01:00

“Shades”

Shades I glanced at his reflection, The guy in the shades. I couldn't be sure, but I think he glanced back. Sitting by the window, as he was, Last carriage. Looking so nonchalant. Did he think he looked cool? He certainly looked smart. Crisp white shirt, top two buttons free, Collar parted like two estranged [...]

2023-03-28T08:58:01+01:00

“Story From Ukraine”

STORY FROM UKRAINE I ran  and ran. The war was chasing me. I felt this dark power,  saw eyes of these soldiers , I felt weapons aiming me, closed my eyes with hands and woke up, stood up, looked in the dark sky with millions and millions stars. How far these stars and how mysterious [...]

2023-03-25T14:22:35+00:00

“Annie”

Annie Ninety days. “That is how long you have”, he said. Shaking my head with the ‘juvenile arrogance’ much despised by my mother, I walked out. I noticed that now-familiar queasy feeling and speculated about how to conclude this nauseating day. It wasn’t until I noticed my mother running after me that I realized I, [...]

2023-03-25T14:19:45+00:00

“Aftermath”

Aftermath   She spends her finest hours rewinding all moments of the time they were together. Looking back over memories, she should have tried not to let him leave. Tears are falling from her eyes, thinking of all these hidden emotions. It is a bitter pill to swallow how they have let love go by. [...]

2023-03-25T14:18:11+00:00

“Steps In My Life”

STEPS IN MY LIFE Those two steps into that building on a bright September morning was the beginning of the steps to my career. “Oh! You should go to the lady’s staffroom” was the greeting I received from a very friendly member of management.  As I opened the door to this sacred room, I was [...]

2023-03-24T10:04:40+00:00

“The Sentinel”

The Sentinel   In ‘94 I was assembled in this corner of the room and here I've remained ever since. Treated with liberal coats of beeswax, my corners were sharp and crisp. But I've been pounded by fists and scalded by pots and my legs are battered and chipped. And yet I remain, stoic and [...]

2023-03-24T10:02:42+00:00

“First Day Of School”

First Day Of School My first day of school was the best day of my life. I remember it vividly. New uniform, new school bag, new haircut. My nerves jangled as I poised myself for the future. For the start of my life. It was my chance to make friends my own age. After all, [...]

2023-03-24T10:01:27+00:00

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed through a combination of coursework (projects, assignments, learner records and portfolios) which is done throughout the year and four written exams held at the end April/start May.

2022-12-14T12:16:51+00:00

What hours are involved?

The course is full time and runs Monday to Thursday potentially from 9-5pm and on Fridays from 9-2pm. There are 21 hours of classes, so you may have a late morning or an early evening in the week and time off during the day for study/working on assignments.

2022-12-14T12:16:08+00:00

Will I get a place in a 3rd level course if I do this course?

Many of our students each year progress to 3rd level courses.  However, there is no guarantee of a place.   Students apply through the CAO using their QQI level 5 results therefore students need to work hard in order to achieve the best possible results.  There are limited progression places available so achieving the best results [...]

2022-12-12T13:48:46+00:00

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed through a combination of coursework (projects, assignments, learner records and portfolios) which is done throughout the year and four written exams held at the end April/start May.

2022-12-12T13:36:18+00:00

What hours are involved?

The course is full time and runs Monday to Thursday potentially from 9-5pm and on Fridays from 9-2pm.  There are 21 hours of classes, so you may have a late morning or an early evening in the week and time off during the day for study/working on assignments.

2022-12-12T13:35:35+00:00

Is this course offered by night?

No, the course is not offered by night, however there are a range of similar modules and courses available at night (one in conjunction with Maynooth and one in conjunction with UCC). Please see https://ccocnightcollege.ie/ for further details.

2022-09-01T20:03:53+01:00
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