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Sample 1 of 12
Course Compass
Personalised CAO course matches based on RIASEC, Big Five and aptitude profiling.
Your Personalized Course Compass
Based on your comprehensive assessment, we've analyzed 830+ Irish CAO courses to find your perfect matches. These recommendations consider your interests, aptitudes, personality, and career values.
Assessment completed: 14/10/2025
Your Top 5 Career Matches
In-depth career guidance analysis based on your unique profile
Your #1 match — Business Studies at UL is an exceptional fit for your enterprising personality, strong logical reasoning, and passion for business.
Why this matches you
- Enterprising personality with strong business focus
- Exceptional analytical skills for business analytics
- Proven academic excellence in Business and Economics
Why this course fits you
Your Holland Code profile shows a dominant Enterprising trait (18/20), which is the strongest predictor of success in business programmes. This means you naturally gravitate toward leadership, persuasion, and strategic decision-making — all core to this degree. Your aptitude profile reinforces this: you scored 100% in both Logical and Technical reasoning, placing you in the top tier for analytical business modules like Financial Analysis, Operations Management, and Business Analytics. Your Numerical aptitude (80%) further supports quantitative modules. Your personality profile suggests you're someone who thrives in competitive, goal-oriented environments — exactly the culture fostered at UL's Kemmy Business School.
How it matches what matters to you
Your career values centre on Achievement, Financial Stability, and Leadership — all directly served by this programme. UL's co-operative education (co-op) programme, the largest in Ireland, gives you 8 months of paid industry placement, providing the real-world business experience and professional network that align with your drive for tangible accomplishment. Your interest in entrepreneurship is particularly well-served here, with UL's Nexus Innovation Centre and Enterprise Ireland partnerships offering direct pathways to launching your own venture.
Where this course can take you
Graduate roles: Business Analyst (€32–38k), Management Consultant (€35–45k), Financial Analyst (€34–40k) Mid-career (5–8 years): Senior Manager (€55–75k), Strategy Consultant (€65–90k), Head of Operations (€70–95k) Senior level (10+ years): Director of Strategy (€90–130k), CFO (€120–180k), Managing Director (€100–160k) UL Business graduates have a 94% employment rate within 9 months, with many securing roles through their co-op placements. The Kemmy Business School's strong industry links in the Mid-West region (home to over 100 multinational companies) provide exceptional networking opportunities.
How it will help you grow
While your logical and technical skills are outstanding, this programme will challenge you to develop your verbal communication (currently 50%) through presentations, group projects, and the co-op placement. The social and collaborative aspects of business — client management, team leadership, and negotiation — will stretch your interpersonal skills in a supportive environment. The breadth of the programme also exposes you to areas like Marketing and HR that may not be your current focus, giving you a well-rounded business perspective that strengthens your entrepreneurial ambitions.
Your key strengths for this course
A superb fit combining your business acumen with an international dimension — ideal for your global ambitions.
Why this matches you
- International perspective for global business opportunities
- Maximizes commerce and entrepreneurship interests
- Excellent university fit
Why this course fits you
Your Enterprising (18) and Social (14) Holland traits combine perfectly for international business, where cross-cultural relationship management is key. Your technical aptitude (100%) and logical reasoning (100%) equip you for the quantitative rigour of international finance and trade analytics. The international component — including a mandatory semester abroad and language modules — will leverage your social awareness while building the global perspective that modern business demands.
How it matches what matters to you
This programme directly serves your values of Achievement and Financial Stability through its focus on multinational business operations. The international placement year exposes you to global markets, accelerating your career trajectory and earning potential beyond domestic-only graduates. Your entrepreneurial interests benefit from exposure to international startup ecosystems and global market entry strategies.
Where this course can take you
Graduate roles: International Business Analyst (€34–40k), Export Executive (€30–36k), Global Operations Coordinator (€32–38k) Mid-career: International Account Manager (€50–70k), Global Strategy Manager (€65–85k) Senior: VP International Operations (€95–140k), Global Business Development Director (€100–150k) Graduates with international experience command a 15–20% salary premium over domestic-only business graduates.
How it will help you grow
The international placement will push you outside your comfort zone, developing cultural intelligence and adaptability. Language acquisition (French, German, Spanish, or Japanese) will expand your communication skills and open doors to markets where English alone isn't sufficient.
Your key strengths for this course
Directly targets your entrepreneurial ambition with hands-on venture creation and innovation modules.
Why this matches you
- Strong interest in entrepreneurship and innovation
- Supports aspiration to start own business
- Enterprising values with technical strengths
Why this course fits you
Your dominant Enterprising trait (18) and perfect Technical aptitude (100%) are the ideal combination for this enterprise-focused programme. Where traditional business degrees focus on managing existing organisations, this programme is designed for creators and builders — matching your personality profile perfectly. Your Logical reasoning (100%) supports the feasibility analysis, financial modelling, and strategic planning modules that form the backbone of venture creation.
How it matches what matters to you
This is the most direct pathway to your entrepreneurial goals. The programme includes real venture creation projects, pitch competitions, and access to TUS's Hartnett Enterprise Acceleration Centre. Your Achievement and Leadership values are served by the programme's focus on building something from scratch. This is a strategically accessible choice that doesn't compromise on quality or outcomes.
Where this course can take you
Graduate roles: Startup Founder, Business Development Executive (€30–36k), Innovation Coordinator (€32–38k) Mid-career: Entrepreneur/Business Owner, Innovation Manager (€50–65k), Product Development Lead (€55–70k) The entrepreneurial pathway is less linear but has unlimited earning potential. TUS enterprise graduates have launched successful businesses across technology, food, and professional services sectors.
How it will help you grow
The hands-on, project-based learning will develop your verbal communication and presentation skills through regular pitching exercises. Working in startup teams will stretch your collaborative abilities and teach you to lead through influence rather than authority.
Your key strengths for this course
Combines your entrepreneurial passion with community impact — a unique pathway for socially-conscious business leaders.
Why this matches you
- Directly targets entrepreneurship
- Ideal for starting own business
- Community impact dimension
Why this course fits you
Your Enterprising (18) and Social (14) Holland traits create the perfect profile for this unique programme that bridges business creation with community development. Your strong logical and technical aptitudes support the analytical aspects, while the social dimension of the programme will develop your interpersonal skills. This programme recognises that the most successful modern entrepreneurs create businesses that serve communities — aligning with emerging trends in social enterprise and impact investing.
How it matches what matters to you
Beyond financial achievement, this programme speaks to a deeper purpose — using business as a force for positive change. If your entrepreneurial ambitions extend beyond personal success to community impact, this is the programme that will give you both the business skills and the social framework to achieve that vision.
Where this course can take you
Graduate roles: Social Enterprise Manager (€30–36k), Community Development Officer (€32–38k), Business Development Coordinator (€30–35k) Mid-career: Social Enterprise Director (€50–65k), Community Impact Manager (€45–60k) Senior: CEO of Social Enterprise (€70–100k+), Community Development Director (€60–80k) The social enterprise sector in Ireland is growing rapidly, with increasing government and EU funding for community-focused business ventures.
How it will help you grow
This programme will significantly develop your social and interpersonal skills through community engagement projects. The combination of business rigour with social purpose creates a well-rounded graduate profile that's increasingly valued by employers and investors alike.
Your key strengths for this course
A strategic alternative that combines your business expertise with the security and impact of a teaching career.
Why this matches you
- Blends teaching with business focus
- Business core with teaching route
- Versatile career pathway
Why this course fits you
While teaching may not be your primary ambition, your Social trait (14) and Enterprising personality (18) actually create an excellent profile for business education. The best business teachers bring real-world enterprise thinking into the classroom — exactly what your profile suggests. Your logical and technical aptitudes make you naturally suited to teaching business concepts, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship to secondary school students.
How it matches what matters to you
Teaching offers the Financial Stability and job security that align with your practical values, while the business specialisation keeps you connected to your core interest. A teaching qualification also provides a stable income base from which to pursue entrepreneurial ventures — many successful entrepreneurs started as teachers. The shortage of qualified Business Studies teachers in Ireland means excellent employment prospects and strong starting salaries.
Where this course can take you
Graduate roles: Secondary School Business Teacher (€37–42k starting) Mid-career: Senior Teacher (€55–65k), Year Head/Subject Coordinator (€60–70k) Senior: Deputy Principal (€75–90k), Principal (€85–105k) Teaching also provides summers and school holidays — time that many entrepreneurially-minded teachers use to develop business ventures.
How it will help you grow
Teaching will dramatically develop your verbal communication and presentation skills — the area with the most growth potential in your profile (currently 50%). Standing in front of 30 students daily transforms your ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
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Sample 2 of 12
Subject Interest
Ranked Leaving Certificate subject interests with career field alignment.
Aoife shows a clear and strong preference for Business & Commerce, with Economics and Technology as significant secondary interests. Her subject interest profile aligns exceptionally well with her aptitude data — her top interest areas are precisely the ones where her analytical and technical abilities are strongest. This coherence between interest and ability is a powerful indicator of future academic satisfaction and career success. Her moderate interest in Psychology and Creative Arts reflects the Social and Artistic dimensions of her Holland Code, suggesting she may gravitate toward business roles that involve people interaction and creative problem-solving rather than purely quantitative positions.
Business Studies (Higher Level)
Your strongest interest area — continue developing this for CAO applications. Your H1 prediction confirms exceptional aptitude.
Economics (Higher Level)
Your second-highest interest aligns perfectly with your numerical aptitude. Essential for finance and economics degree programmes.
Accounting (Higher Level)
Your top interest in Business & Commerce pairs perfectly with Accounting. This subject strengthens CAO applications for business, finance, and economics degrees.
Computer Science / Technology
Your high technical interest combined with 100% technical aptitude means you could explore this as a Leaving Cert subject or through extracurriculars.
Sample 3 of 12
Learning Style (VARK)
Visual, Auditory, Read/Write and Kinaesthetic preferences with study strategies.
Your Learning Style Results
Completed 25/01/2026
Visual Learner
You learn best through images, diagrams, charts, and visual representations. Colour-coding, mind maps, and flowcharts are your friends.
Aoife is a strongly Visual learner with a secondary preference for Reading/Writing. She processes information most effectively through images, diagrams, and structured written notes. Her high visual score suggests she benefits greatly from colour-coding, spatial organisation, and graphic representations of information. To maximise study effectiveness, Aoife should combine her visual strengths with her reading preference by creating annotated diagrams and illustrated summaries.
- 1Use colour-coded revision notes — assign one colour per topic or theme to visually organise your study material.
- 2Create mind maps before starting each new chapter to build a visual overview of how concepts connect.
- 3Watch short explainer videos (e.g., Khan Academy, YouTube) to supplement textbook reading.
- 4Use diagrams and flowcharts for Biology and Science subjects — draw processes rather than writing them out.
- 5When revising, sketch quick doodles or icons next to key points to aid memory recall during exams.
Visual
You learn best through images, diagrams, charts, and visual representations. Colour-coding, mind maps, and flowcharts are your friends.
Example Study Methods
- •Create colour-coded mind maps for each topic
- •Use diagrams, flowcharts, and infographics
- •Watch video tutorials and demonstrations
- •Highlight notes with different colours for themes
Auditory
You learn best by listening — discussions, lectures, podcasts, and talking things through. Explaining concepts aloud helps you remember.
Example Study Methods
- •Record yourself explaining key concepts and listen back
- •Join study groups and discuss topics aloud
- •Listen to educational podcasts or audiobooks
- •Read notes aloud or teach material to someone else
Reading/Writing
You learn best through text — reading, writing notes, making lists, and summarising information in your own words.
Example Study Methods
- •Rewrite class notes in your own words after each lesson
- •Create bullet-point summaries and flashcards
- •Read textbooks and supplementary articles
- •Write practice essay answers under timed conditions
Kinesthetic
You learn best by doing — hands-on experiments, practice problems, building models, and real-world experiences.
Example Study Methods
- •Use physical flashcards you can shuffle and sort
- •Take study breaks with movement (walk while revising)
- •Build models or role-play scenarios to understand concepts
- •Complete hands-on practice problems and past papers
Multimodal
You learn best by combining multiple approaches — mixing visual, auditory, reading, and hands-on methods.
Example Study Methods
- •Combine mind maps with verbal explanations
- •Alternate between reading, watching videos, and practice questions
- •Use different methods for different subjects based on what fits
- •Create study plans that mix visual, written, and hands-on activities
Sample 4 of 12
Study Skills
Strengths and growth areas across study habits, time management and revision.
Your Study Skills Profile
Your Overall Result
Your Strengths
Your study strategies are a real strength — you're already using active study methods like practice questions and self-testing, and you review your notes regularly rather than just before exams. You also scored highly on self-monitoring, which means you're good at identifying what you do and don't understand and seeking help when you need it. These are skills that many students struggle with, so well done.
Your Personalised Plan
Your time management is the area with most room for growth. Try the 'Sunday 15' technique: spend 15 minutes every Sunday evening writing out your study plan for the week, blocking specific subjects into specific time slots. Use your phone timer for 25-minute focused study blocks (the Pomodoro method) to help with distraction. For exam technique, practice doing past papers under timed conditions — start with your strongest subject to build confidence, then work on the ones you find harder.
Your Challenge This Week
This week, try one timed past paper in any subject. Set a timer for the exact exam length, put your phone in another room, and complete it in one sitting. When you're done, mark it yourself and note which types of questions you found hardest. Bring those to your teacher.
Sample 5 of 12
Metacognitive Awareness
How a student plans, monitors and evaluates their own learning.
Aoife demonstrates strong metacognitive awareness, scoring in the top 20% of students assessed. Her greatest strength lies in self-evaluation — she can accurately determine whether she has genuinely understood material or merely memorised it, which is a sophisticated learning skill. Her planning abilities are also well-developed, showing she approaches study systematically with clear goals. The area with most room for improvement is real-time monitoring during complex tasks, where she occasionally persists with ineffective strategies before recognising the need to adjust. Overall, Aoife is a strategic learner who would benefit from building more 'check-in' habits during study sessions to further strengthen her already impressive metacognitive toolkit.
Sample 6 of 12
Wellbeing Check-In
A snapshot of student wellbeing across core dimensions.
- ✓Strong peer relationships and sense of belonging within school community
- ✓Positive self-image and confidence in social situations
- ✓Good ability to express emotions and seek support when needed
- ✓Maintains regular physical activity through GAA and school sports
- 1.Consider using a simple daily planner to break exam revision into smaller, manageable chunks — this can reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed.
- 2.Try a 10-minute wind-down routine before bed (e.g., reading, light stretching) to improve sleep quality during busy school periods.
- 3.Continue engaging with team sports and social activities — these are clearly a strong source of wellbeing for you.
- 4.When academic stress increases, use the '5-4-3-2-1' grounding technique: name 5 things you see, 4 you hear, 3 you touch, 2 you smell, 1 you taste.
- 5.Talk to your guidance counsellor or a trusted teacher if academic pressure starts to feel overwhelming — seeking support early is a strength, not a weakness.
- →School Guidance Counsellor — available by appointment Mon–Fri
- →Jigsaw.ie — free mental health support for 12-25 year olds
- →SpunOut.ie — Ireland's youth information website
- →Childline — free 24/7 support: 1800 66 66 66
- →Your Year Head or trusted teacher is always available for a chat
Sample 7 of 12
Career Values
Top work values and motivation pattern guiding career fit.
Your Career Values Profile
You're driven by a deep curiosity and a need to solve complex problems — Intellectual Challenge is your top career value at 88%. This, combined with your strong Creativity score (82%), tells us you'd thrive in roles where you're constantly learning, innovating, and thinking in new ways. You're not someone who wants a job that stays the same every day. Your Autonomy score (78%) reinforces this: you want the freedom to approach problems your own way, without someone looking over your shoulder. This doesn't mean you don't value people — Helping Others (74%) shows you care about making a difference — but you want to do it on your own terms. Work-Life Balance ranks 5th (71%), which is healthy and realistic. You understand that a fulfilling career shouldn't come at the cost of everything else. Notably, Financial Reward (45%), Prestige (39%), and Job Security (32%) all rank lower, suggesting you're more motivated by the work itself than by external rewards. This is a classic intrinsic motivation pattern and is strongly associated with long-term career satisfaction. Career areas to explore: research, software development, UX/product design, architecture, environmental science, data science, or creative consultancy. These fields reward intellectual curiosity, offer creative freedom, and allow you to work with meaningful autonomy.
Your top subjects from the Subject Interest Test were considered in your profile.
Your CAO course recommendations were cross-referenced with your career values.
Sample 8 of 12
Personality & Teamwork
Personality traits and team role preferences.
Your Working Style Profile
Remember — this shows where you tend to sit on each spectrum. These are preferences, not fixed traits, and they can change over time.
Energy Source
Information Style
Decision Making
Work Structure
Team Role
Challenge Response
You have a thoughtful, detail-oriented working style with a real appetite for new challenges. Your Energy Source leans towards the quieter, more reflective side (35/100) — you probably do your best thinking when you have space and time to process, rather than in noisy group settings. This doesn't mean you can't work well with others, just that you recharge through quieter activities. Your Information Style is Detail-Oriented (68/100), which means you naturally focus on getting the facts right and working through things carefully. Paired with your strong Planner tendency (28/100 — firmly on the structured side), this suggests you're someone who likes to know what's expected, make a plan, and follow through methodically. In group projects, you're probably the person who creates the checklist. Your Decision Making is well-balanced (45/100), meaning you can draw on both logic and empathy depending on the situation. This flexibility is a real asset in teamwork — you can evaluate problems objectively while still being sensitive to how others feel. Your Team Role sits right in the middle (55/100), meaning you're comfortable both contributing to someone else's plan and stepping up to lead when needed. This adaptability is valued in almost every workplace. Where you really stand out is Challenge Response (72/100 — Adventurous). Despite your preference for structure and planning, you're genuinely excited by new experiences and change. This combination of careful planning with adventurousness is powerful — it means you take calculated risks rather than reckless ones. Career environments that suit you: structured but dynamic roles — think project management, engineering, scientific research, or technology — where there's a clear framework but the challenges keep changing.
Sample 9 of 12
Digital Skills
Digital literacy levels across core competency areas.
Your Digital Skills Profile
Future Readiness Score
You have a solid foundation for finding information, with some room to sharpen your evaluation skills.
- Practice checking the 'About' page of websites to verify credibility.
- Try organising your school files into a folder system.
You communicate well online and know how to collaborate using digital tools. Great foundation for the modern workplace.
- Try leading a group project using a shared document.
- Experiment with project management tools like Trello.
You can create digital content, but there's room to deepen your skills and understanding of copyright.
- Try creating a short video or infographic for your next school project.
- Use Unsplash or Pixabay for royalty-free images.
You take your online safety seriously and know how to protect yourself. Keep staying vigilant.
- Turn on two-factor authentication for your important accounts.
- Check haveibeenpwned.com to see if your email has been in a data breach.
You have a decent understanding of technology trends, but there are some areas where you could go deeper.
- Try using an AI tool (like ChatGPT or Google Gemini) for a school project, then check its answers for mistakes.
- Check out Code.org for free coding and problem-solving activities.
9 out of 12 scenario questions correct
You're researching climate change for a school project. Which source is most reliable?
You found two articles about the same topic that disagree. What's the best approach?
Your group project partner sends a message you think is rude. What do you do?
You need to share a large presentation file with your class group. What's the best way?
Correct answer: C) One person does it and adds everyone's names
You want to use an image from the internet in your school project. What should you check first?
You're making a poster and want it to look professional. Which tool would give you the best result?
Correct answer: D) Using the most expensive equipment
You get a text from your bank asking you to click a link. What should you do?
A website asks for your PPS number to enter a free prize draw. What do you do?
You used AI to write an essay introduction. Is this OK to submit?
What does 'AI hallucination' mean?
Correct answer: A) Buy a new laptop
Which of these is a real risk of using AI for schoolwork?
You see a shocking headline shared on social media. Before sharing, what should you do?
Sample 10 of 12
Apprentice Compass
Top apprenticeship matches with trait profile summary.
Apprenticeship Compass Results
Matched against all 77 SOLAS-registered apprenticeships
Top Matches
Why this matches: Your very high Precision & Detail (4.3) and strong Tech Complexity (4.1) align almost perfectly with the methodical, code-driven nature of electrical work. Solid Safety Regulation comfort (3.3) and Teamwork (3.7) suit life on-site with a qualified electrician.
Why this matches: Combines your two strongest traits — precision and technology — with the higher Maths Level (3.9) needed for calibration and control systems. A natural extension if standard electrical feels too broad.
Why this matches: Your structured, detail-oriented profile (Structure 3.5, Precision 4.3) is exactly what diagnostic and maintenance work rewards. Moderate physical intensity (3.2) matches the hands-on but not heavy-labour environment.
Why this matches: Tool making prizes precision above almost everything else — your 4.3 score is a near-ideal match. Lower Customer Contact (2.8) is fine here as the role is workshop-based.
Why this matches: Your Creative–Procedural balance (3.8) suits work that follows technical drawings but still involves shaping and finishing decisions. A good option if you prefer visible, tangible output.
Why this matches: High Tech Complexity (4.1) and Maths Level (3.9) make this a strong fit, and the 2-year duration suits learners who want to qualify quickly. Lower Physical Intensity preference (3.2) is well matched to desk-based work.
Why this matches: Your structured thinking (3.5) and precision (4.3) suit the diagnostic, layered nature of networking. Slightly lower fit on Customer Contact since the role often involves end-user troubleshooting.
Why this matches: Strong on Safety Regulation (3.3) and Teamwork (3.7), with the methodical mindset plumbing demands. Slightly lower outdoor and physical preferences keep this below the top engineering matches.
Your trait profile shows a strong alignment with technical and precision-based apprenticeships. You scored particularly high on Precision & Detail (4.3/5) and Technology Complexity (4.1/5), which suggests you'd thrive in roles that require careful, methodical work with modern technology. Your moderate Physical Intensity (3.2) and solid Teamwork Level (3.7) make you well-suited to collaborative workshop environments. Your top match — Electrical Apprenticeship at 92% — reflects your combination of technical aptitude, attention to detail, and comfort with structured work. The Software Developer apprenticeship (85%) is also a strong fit given your high tech complexity score, and it offers a faster route to qualification at just 2 years. Consider exploring both traditional craft and newer ICT apprenticeships to find the environment that suits your working style best.
If any of these apprenticeships interest you, these resources can help you explore further, find vacancies, and start your application.
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Sample 11 of 12
PLC Compass
Recommended Post Leaving Certificate course matches.
Your Holland Code:
Your Holland Code is AS, which means your strongest interests are Artistic and Social. You thrive when designing, performing, or creating something new. You also enjoy teaching, supporting, and working closely with people. This combination is a great foundation for finding PLC courses that match who you really are.
These PLC courses best match your interest profile. We've found the most relevant courses for you based on your RIASEC scores, showing between 6-20 matches depending on how well they align with your interests.
Art, Craft & Design
This course is an excellent match for your Artistic interest profile. Art, Craft & Design at Coláiste Dhúlaigh is a hands-on creative programme that lets you explore drawing, painting, sculpture, and design — all areas where your strong creative drive would shine. It also includes a group exhibition component that draws on your Social interest.
View Course & ApplyCreative Media Production
Creative Media Production matches your creative strengths in a modern, technology-focused way. You'd learn video production, audio editing, and digital storytelling — blending artistic expression with practical media skills. This is a great pathway to degrees in film, media, or digital design.
View Course & ApplyApplied Social Studies
Your Social interest score (65%) makes Applied Social Studies a strong match. This programme focuses on understanding people, community development, and social care — areas where your desire to work closely with and help others would be directly applied. It's a common pathway to Social Work or Psychology degrees.
View Course & ApplyTheatre & Drama Performance
Theatre & Drama taps directly into your top Artistic interest. This course develops performance confidence, creative expression, and collaboration — all skills that transfer well to many careers beyond the stage, including teaching, communications, and media.
View Course & ApplyEarly Childhood Care & Education
Early Childhood Care & Education is a practical pathway that combines your Social interest with creative activities like art, music, and play-based learning. It leads to a recognised professional qualification that's in high demand across Ireland.
View Course & ApplyGraphic Design
Graphic Design channels your Artistic interest into a career-focused programme. You'd develop skills in typography, layout, digital illustration, and brand design — all highly employable skills. This course commonly leads to degree programmes in Visual Communication or Design.
View Course & ApplyPLC courses (Post-Leaving Certificate) are 1–2 year programmes at NFQ Levels 5 and 6. They're offered at colleges of further education across Ireland and don't require CAO points. Many PLC courses also provide a pathway to progress into university degrees.
Click on any course above to visit the college website and learn more about applying. You can also share these results with your guidance counsellor or parents to discuss your options.
Sample 12 of 12
Transition Year Readiness
Readiness across belonging, academic confidence, organisation and supports.
Your Transition Results
Your Overall Result
Social Belonging — Great news! You're doing really well in this area. Keep it up.
Academic Confidence — You're getting there! Most things are going OK, but there might be one or two things you could work on.
Organisational Readiness — Great news! You're doing really well in this area. Keep it up.
Support Awareness — This area seems a bit tricky for you right now. That's completely normal — it takes time to settle in. Check out the tips below.
💡 Tips for you
- •Your guidance counsellor is there to help you — you can ask to see them at any time.
- •If something is bothering you, telling one trusted adult is the first step.
- •Check out your school's notice board or website for information about supports.
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