Careers Hub

 

Welcome to The Open College Careers Hub.

Looking for some up to date careers advice but find the information out there confusing?

Our new and exciting careers hub is where you can start your journey to your perfect and more fulfilling career. Our Careers Advisor – Mary McGlynn has been working very closely with employers for a number of years and as a result has learned some very useful and up to date information about best practices when trying to help you identify your perfect career and how you can remain happy in your job.

We at The Open College understand that returning to work after time off for, whatever reason, can be quite daunting. Unsure what you really want to do, it can be very confusing and frustrating, but we have made it very easy for you. Just have a look at our four easy to follow sections below which were put together with you in mind.

In short, our Careers Hub is all about where you are at the moment, where you want to go and how you are going to get there. Maybe you have been looking after other people for a long time or you have been in an unfulfilling job for too long and you have forgotten about your own needs. Well it’s your time now – you can take control and really commit to something that you enjoy doing with a view of gaining employment in an area that you are passionate about.

We are committed to helping our students reach their full potential and beyond, so no matter what background you are coming from, you will most definitely find our help and advice useful in determining your future career.

Current Jobs

In addition to the above we are also providing an area for companies to advertise their available positions for free in the areas that we educate in – i.e. Childcare & Healthcare providers, Medical Centers, Administration Businesses and Schools etc..

In the below section employers that we currently have agreements with will be sending us current vacancies for our students under different career sectors. You can keep up to date with the most recent jobs available in your area and get in contact with employers through this section.

 

Career Blog

  • Exploring Alternative Options After the Leaving Cert

    For the majority of 6th year students who sat their Leaving Certificate, the best summer of their lives is about to come to an end. Soon they will need to start thinking about what comes next. For some, the path will be clearly written in the points they receive in their Leaving Cert results […]

  • New Season – New You

    As we are heading into the darker months and the weather begins to change, our energy and mood starts to naturally come down a little. This can be hard when we are starting something new which may need a lot of energy. In the Autumn, the leaves start to change into beautiful colours, the […]

  • Taking Care of Yourself While Studying Online

    When you start a new course, it’s essential to put together a self-care plan for when times get tough. Life happens – sicknesses, bereavements, low mood, etc. and college work can creep up on you so there will be times where you will feel exhausted and overwhelmed. First of all – this feeling is […]

  • Good Mental Health = Good Academic Performance

    Did you know that if your mental health and wellbeing are in good enough shape, then your academic performance will be more productive also? Have a think about your favourite athlete or team – you can be sure that all their needs are being taken care off – the right food, hydration, exercise, proper […]

  • What Courses Do I Need to Work as a Healthcare Assistant in Ireland?

    Embarking on a healthcare career in Ireland is a rewarding journey, with healthcare professionals playing a crucial role in enhancing patient well-being. This content explores various job prospects, including healthcare assistants, nursing assistants, and patient care assistants in Ireland.   Education and Qualifications To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Ireland, you need […]

  • What courses are required to work in Childcare in Ireland?

    Embarking on a career in childcare in Ireland is an enriching path, yet it’s vital to understand the educational groundwork necessary for a role in the Early Years sector. Under Irish Childcare Legislation, anyone looking to work in a childcare setting registered with Tusla must hold at least a QQI Level 5 Certificate in […]