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ALTHOUGH the summer break from school is just underway, peo- ple are already being encouraged to consider courses for the coming au- tumn.
St Patrick’s Comprehensive School in Shannon has a wide range of courses on offer to suit a variety of needs and interests.
The school is running post leaving certificate courses, along with sev- eral FETAC courses.
The courses are suitable for post leaving certificate students, the un- employed, parents of school-going children, adults who wish to further their education and those who wish Kom) @nee
Courses on offer in the business area include business studies, secre-
tarial and information technology.
These courses lead to job opportu- nities in a range of areas including banks, computer firms, travel agents, airline companies and in the leisure or recreational industries.
A range of courses are also avail- able in the childcare area. These courses lead to job prospects in nurseries, pre-schools, creches, and nursing homes and as special needs
assistants.
All of the courses can lead to ad- mission to Universities and Institutes of Technology, through CAO appli- cations or the Higher Links Scheme.
Enquiry forms are available from Clare VEC, Station Road, Ennis.
The closing date for receipt of com- pleted grant applications is August 31. Enquiries can be made at the school, phone 061 361428.