Alanna Duffy from Ballyconnell calls in for a chat on a visit home from Abu Dhabi where she has been working as a teacher for the last 6 years. Having qualified with a degree in Early Childhood Education in Ireland, Alanna explains how she completed her teaching qualification while working in Abu Dhabi. A very interesting insight into what it is like to work in the Middle East.
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CMETB: The Journey S2 E6 - Martin Maughan
This week the lads are joined by the brilliant Martin Maughan, a young traveler from Cavan town.
Having had a negative experience in school, Martin explains how taking the Youthreach route changed his perspective on education and prepared him for a Level 5 course (Psychology & Social Studies) in Cavan Institute and from there to TUS Athlone where he is currently in his final year of his Degree in Social Studies & Social Care.
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CMETB: The Journey S2 E5 - Gary Ferncombe
Gary Ferncombe from Cavan town explains his journey to becoming a Radiographer. From staying in school just to participate in sport to heading to England to complete his degree’s, this fascinating story shows what can be achieved by continuing to move forward and staying focused.
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CMETB: The Journey S2 E4 - Conan, Ulster University
Conan Meehan from Ulster University called in to discuss all things UCAS and the opportunities available at Ulster University. In this episode Conan goes through the UCAS application and explains how finance works for students thinking of studying in the UK especially in Northern Ireland. As with all our guests Conan gives an insight into his own educational journey.
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CMETB: The Journey S2 E3 - Michael Duffy
Michael Duffy calls into the lads to chat about his journey in education. At the age of 56 Michael decides to confront the fact that he cannot read and decides to do something about it. With a great sense of humour, Michael discusses the many challenges and obstacles not being able to read has had on his life and how his life has changed completely since learning to read.
Explore the pathways in Further Education through the stories of current and past learners. Sometimes when we hear someone else’s story about their experiences we can relate and take inspiration from their journey. The Journey podcast is aimed at giving the full picture from our guests. The different barriers they have encountered along the way, highs and lows and the fears they had at the beginning to where they are now.
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