Interested in studying Higher Level Leaving Certificate Mathematics? Applications are still being accepted for Higher Level Leaving Certificate Mathematics Course for Adult Learners in UL. For more information go to http://ulsites.ul.ie/mso/higher-level-leaving-certificate-mathematics-course-adult-learners *Higher Level Leaving Certificate Mathematics is a minimum entry requirement for mature applicants to many Science and Engineering degree programmes in UL. This is a pilot programme offered by the University of Limerick (UL) in partnership with the Limerick and Clare Educational & Training Board - Further Education & Training Division (LCETB- FET Division)

Contracts for the new development in Desmond College, Newcastlewest were signed recently. Pictured below at the signing are ... Tom O’Leary (Moloney Contractors), Tommy Kenneally (Moloney Fox), Kieran Clohessy (Rogerson Reddan), George O’Callaghan (Chief Executive, LCETB), Conor Finnegan (MCOH Architects), Vourneen Gavin Barry (Principal, Desmond College), Tom Collins (Moloney Contractors), Eamon Murphy (LCETB), Jackson Coleman (P. Coleman Engineers), Paula Price (MCOH Architects)

Kilmallock, Further Education and Training Centre – Amber Flag. Kilmallock, Further Education and Training Centre has been awarded the Amber Flag in recognition of the initiatives undertaken in the centre in 2016 and 2017 to promote and actively bring about a culture change in the promotion of positive mental health. The flag is flown on buildings to show that people there, are open to talking about mental health. The ceremony took place on May 25th in Rochestown Park Hotel in Cork where former Munster rugby player, Alan Quinlan, presented the flag to a number of schools, colleges and organisations on behalf of Suicide Aware. Alan spoke about his own struggles with maintaining positive mental health and said that “seeking help is a sign of strength - not weakness”. The Amber Flag initiative is now being taken over by Pieta House, who will promote it nationally. Pictured below from the left; Alan Quinlan, Leesha Foley, Mary Kennedy, Michael O Leary, Jackie Meade, Rita Moriarty, Teresa Mortell

Coláiste Chiaráin Transition Year students being presented with their European Parliament Ambassador School Programme Award by Sean Kelly MEP.

Limerick College of Further Educations Annual Photography Exhibition opens at 7.30pm this Thursday 25th May at the Absolut Hotel in Limerick.

Kids Cookery Camps take place this July at LCETB Hospitality Education and Training Centre in Roxboro. This three-day course has a strong emphasis on cooking in a fun and educational environment while teaching children and young people how to properly use kitchen equipment, as they learn to make their favourite kids meals. During the course all children will cover healthy eating and will learn why it’s important to have a well-balanced diet. They will be introduced to new flavours and food while learning to prepare food that they love to eat. Every class is hands on cooking delivered by a professional chef in a professional kitchen. Suitable for ages 7 - 13. Dates & Times: • Wednesday 5th - Friday 7th July 9.30am - 1pm Age: 7 - 10yrs • Wednesday 12th - Friday 14th July 9.30am - 1pm Age: 11 - 13yrs • Wednesday 19th - Friday 21st July 9.30am - 1pm Age: 7 - 10yrs • Wednesday 26th - Friday 28th July 9.30am - 1pm Age: 11 - 13yrs Price: €60 Address: Hospitality Education & Training Centre, LEDP, Roxboro, Limerick Telephone: 061 400660 Email: info@hospitalitytraining.ie

Mathematics Course for Adult Learners: Higher Level Leaving Certificate APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR SEPTEMBER 2017 Closing date for applications: Friday 2nd June 2017 Further information and application forms are available from:... Mature Student Office, University of Limerick E: mso@ul.ie / P: 061-202735 / W: www.ul.ie/mso

LCFE receives an Award from The Trinity College Access Programme "LCFE received an Award from The Trinity College Access Programme - College Awareness Week in recognition of the expansive, varied and engaging series of events that ran in LCFE for College Awareness Week last November. College Awareness Week is a national campaign to raise awareness of the plethora of opportunities and services available to all learners wishing to continue to study after second level.​ A huge thank you and well done to everybody involved.

The annual launch of LCETB Adult Literacy Service Learner Writings book will take place at the Granary Library at 11a.m on Friday, May 19th. ALL ARE WELCOME!

Thinking of a Part Time Course for September? Brochure for part time courses for adults in Limerick City now available. Call to the Further Education Training Centre on O'Connell Ave to pick up your copy or apply online at www.lcaes.ie/bte

Opportunities to earn and learn in IT with new FIT ICTAP programme. Information session and aptitude test this Thursday at 10.30am in the South Court Hotel in Raheen.