In this episode we chat with Tony Donohoe, Chair of the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs. Tony explains the make up and the role of the Group and how it feeds into the Springboard+ call for proposals. We talk about looking at current trends

Education in your own time: mature students and online learning

Jun 3rd, 2020 36m 18s

In this episode we chat to Alice Lemena Byrne and Peter McPartlin, both Springboard+ graduates who accessed courses online. We discuss the positives of studying in your own time and how self discipline is the tool you need. Website: www.springb

Studying while working: How do I make time and how will it benefit me?

May 27th, 2020 18m 35s

In this episode we chat to Carla Marina Soriano who works for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Carla’s employer encouraged her to apply for a diploma in creativity, innovation and leadership which helped Carla in a new and exciting ro

Springboard+ changed my life for the better

May 20th, 2020 13m 29s

In this episode we chat to Laura McCarthy who previously managed a horse riding school which unfortunately didn’t pay the bills. Through completing a level 6 pharmaceutical course Laura is now a qualified process technician and the future is lo

You need to study an “ology” - why young people aren’t studying catering, but should!

May 13th, 2020 19m 19s

In this episode we chat to Oliver Sullivan, Tourism Careers Manager of Failte Ireland. The newly created Tourism Careers Business Unit focuses on the tourism careers in Ireland and promoting the value of employment in this industry. While the s

Springboard+ returners; Back to school

May 6th, 2020 26m 23s

In this episode we chat to Janice Reilly who left her job as an accountant to raise three children. She is now ready to get back into the workforce using the skills she gained through the Springboard+ ICT conversion courses. Janice discusses wh

What is Springboard? Who is it for and how do you apply?

Apr 28th, 2020 32m 40s

In this episode we chat to our very own Fiona Davis, Senior Manager of Springboard+. Fiona talks us through all elements of Springboard+, what it is, who it’s for and how to apply. For more details about Springboard+ you can visit our website h