Question 1

What is CourseCompass?

Accepted Answer

CourseCompass is Ireland's AI-powered career guidance platform. It matches secondary school students with their best-fit CAO courses from 830+ options using scientifically-validated psychometric assessments.

Question 2

How much does CourseCompass cost?

Accepted Answer

Individual assessments range from €4.99 (CV Builder) to €34.99 (Course Compass). The Senior Cycle Bundle is €44.99. Schools start from €14 per student.

Question 3

Is CourseCompass scientifically valid?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CourseCompass is built on established frameworks: Holland's RIASEC interest model, the Big Five (OCEAN) personality model, Fleming's VARK learning styles and aptitude testing.

Question 4

Who is CourseCompass for?

Accepted Answer

Leaving Certificate and Transition Year students, parents, and Irish secondary schools including guidance counsellors, teachers and principals.

Question 5

Is student data safe with CourseCompass?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CourseCompass is GDPR-compliant and operates under the Irish Data Protection Act. Student data is encrypted, never sold, and can be deleted on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the assessment take?

Is CourseCompass free?

What do I get with each test?

I'm part of a school – do I pay?

Can I use this outside school?

How many times can I take the assessment?

Do I need to create an account?

How secure is my personal data?

Can I share my results with others?

How long is my data stored?

Are you GDPR compliant?

Are the assessments scientifically validated?

What exactly does the assessment measure?

How does the AI career analysis work?

Do I need to include my Leaving Certificate results?

How are Irish university courses matched to my profile?

Do recommendations include CAO points and entry requirements?

How current is the course information?

How accurate are the course matches?

What happens after I complete the assessment?

What devices and browsers are supported?

Can I take the assessment on my phone?

What if I experience technical problems?

Can parents access their child's results?

Do you offer packages for schools?

What's the minimum age to use CourseCompass?

How can guidance counselors use CourseCompass?