Sample Results

Below is a real example of the personalised PLC course matching results a student receives after completing the CourseCompass PLC Compass. All data is illustrative — names and identifying details have been anonymised.

Your Interest Profile

Your Holland Code:

AArtistic
SSocial

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.

Your Top PLC Matches

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.

1

Art, Craft & Design

Coláiste Dhúlaigh CFEDublin 17
📍 Preferred
94%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
Fine Arts

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.

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2

Creative Media Production

Liberties CollegeDublin 8
91%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
Audio-Visual Techniques

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.

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3

Applied Social Studies

Pearse CollegeDublin 12
87%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
Social Work

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.

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4

Theatre & Drama Performance

Inchicore College of Further EducationDublin 8
85%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
Performing Arts

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.

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5

Early Childhood Care & Education

Ballsbridge College of Further EducationDublin 4
82%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
Child Care

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.

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6

Graphic Design

Rathmines College of Further EducationDublin 6
📍 Preferred
80%
QQI Level 5 Certificate
Level 5
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.

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What Next?

PLC 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.

Find Your PLC Path

Complete the PLC Compass to discover which Post-Leaving Certificate courses match your interests and goals.