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Thinking of leaving school early?
I’ve had enough,I’m outta here!!
A guide for young people in the Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown Area
About this bookletCrosscare Youth Information Service is delighted to introduce the third edition of ‘I’ve hadenough, I’m outta here’. This booklet is aimed at young people who may be havingdifficulties at school and are thinking of leaving early or may have already left.
The booklet brings together a list of support services that are there to help, providinginformation on alternative education, training and employment options.
AcknowledgementsThis booklet could not have been published without the willing participation andconstructive feedback of many people and we would like to extend our thanks to allconcerned.
We extend our gratitude to the Southside Partnership and DLR Drug & Alcohol TaskForce whose financial assistance made this publication possible.
A special word of thanks to Sinead Merrigan for her perseverance in ensuring that thisessential booklet was updated and published.
While every attempt was made to ensure that the information was accurate before goingto print, we accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. If your organisation has notbeen listed and you wish to be included in subsequent editions, please contact us.
© 2017
Throughout this booklet you will find phone numbers of support services who can help you. If
you don’t feel comfortable ringing yourself, ask someone else(e.g. parent, teacher, youth worker, friend) to ring and find
out the information for you!
CONTENTS
Before you leave SchoolThings to Consider 3 Telling your Parents 4The Legal Bit! 5Specific difficulties at school 6Supports at School 9Other ways to do your Leaving Cert 11
left School?Local Supports 13Alternative Choices 14 Further Education without the Leaving Cert 18Money Matters when Studying 23
employmentCareer Directions 25 Finding a Job 26Your Employment Rights 27
adultS who have left School early 29
SouthSide partnerShip & dlr drug & alcohol taSk force 30
index 31
who we are 33
The legal age for leaving school is 16 or after your Junior Cert,whichever is later.
There are very few options for those who leave school before 16.
It’s worth considering that the risk of unemployment is higher for young people who leave school early.
However, formal education isn’t an absolute necessity to a successful life. There are many ways to succeed and many ways to educateyourself.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
Things to consider
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What will you do if you leave?
Telling your parents!
Tips!
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
If you make a decision to leave school early it can cause conflict.
Your parents’ - V - Your viewpoint
Your parents may have problems with your idea of leaving school. They may be concerned that you are passing up opportunities foryour future.They may be disappointed because in their eyes, you are giving up opportunities in school that they may not have had. They may not understand, or have forgotten, the pressures that are involved with school. There is often much more pressure on young people nowadays to achieve at school than there was in the past.They may be worried about you being able to get a job.
It is important to listen to their point of view. Tell them about your feelings and concerns. If you have a plan - let them know what it is.
if you feel you aren't able to do this without help, you could ask someone you trust to help you to talk about it with your
parents.
BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
who is responsible for me attending school?
Under the Education (Welfare) Act 2000, your parents or guardians are responsible for ensuring that you attend school or receive an education elsewhere.
will my parents / guardians be brought to court if i missschool?
The Educational Welfare Officer has your best interests in mind and will try to provide whatever supports are needed to help you to attendschool. If however, you or your family are not willing to work with the Educational Welfare Officer to make sure that you get the education you need, the matter may be referred to the courts. Legal action is the very last option.
what happens if i miss a lot of school?
Your school must report any student that is missing for 20 days or more to the Educational Welfare Services.
If the absence is unexplained an Educational Welfare Officer will talk to the school and then may decide to contact you in an effort to improve your school attendance (this may involve a visit to your home).
An Educational Welfare Officer will help you in whatever way they can to ensurethat you get an education by either going back to school regularly or receiving aneducation elsewhere.
www.tusla.ie/services/educational-welfare-services
Contact the Educational Welfare Services regional office on 01 7718633 to beput in touch with the right person for your school / area.
The legal bit!
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Contact the Department of Education and Skills ‘Home Tuition’ section. Ph: 076 110 8581 www.education.ie
Contact your local Intreo Office to find out about social welfare entitlements. Dun Laoghaire, Ph: 01 2145540 www.welfare.ieRathfarnham, Ph: 01 6732000
If you are unhappy in school, it is really important to talk to someone. There arepeople who are willing to help and offer you support and advice on how best toimprove your school experience, or discuss what other options are available.
Contact 01 771 8633 to be put in touch with your local Educational WelfareOfficer.
Specific difficulties @ school
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
i am being bullied in school – who can help?
Your school should have an anti-bullying policy that states what will be done if someone is being bullied. Tell your parents and / or a teacher in school what is happening. Don’t try to cope with this issue alone.
i’m pregnant – do i have to leave school?
No, there is no need for you to leave school. There are many supports available within school to help you.
If you do need to be absent from school in the later stages of pregnancy or immediately following the birth of your baby, you are entitled to home tuition (10 hours a week for 10 weeks).
For Parents!
my 14 yr old child refuses to go to school, what should i do?
Talk to the school and see if there are any ongoing problems that can be dealt with. Talk to the Educational Welfare Officer or ask for the NEPS psychologist assigned to the school to become involved.
i’m worried about my friend, i don’t know what to do:
She has started to drink every weekend and is missing a lot of school. She seems very stressed about something but won’t talk to any of her friends about what’s going on. How can I help her?
Don’t take it all on yourself - ask someone for advice.
Encourage your friend to talk to someone they trust, perhaps a family member, school counsellor, a youth worker or a friend.
Give your friend a list of supports that may be able to help.
list of supports:Childline: (24hrs a day) 1800 66 66 66 or txt ‘Talk’ to 50101
www.childline.ie
Teenline: (8-11pm 7 days a week) 1800 833 634 or txt ‘Teen’ to 50015www.teenline.ie
Teen Counselling: Boylan Centre, Dun Laoghaire 01 557 4705
online supports: www.reachout.comwww.yourmentalhealth.ie www.spunout.ie
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Specific difficulties @ schoolBEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
Section 29 Appeal
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
Specific difficulties @ school
Contact 01 771 8633 to be put in touch with your local Educational WelfareOfficer.
You can do this by filling in an Appeals form which is available on request from theschool or downloadable from the Department of Education and Skills website.
If you attend an ETB school, you must first appeal to the ETB - your school willgive you a form. If unsuccessful in this appeal, you then can appeal to the Dept. of Education and Skills.
www.education.ie (parents Section) appeals admin unit: 0761 108 588
how do i change schools?
You need to apply in writing to the school of your choice, including your age and year to which you are applying. Also, request a copy of the school’s admission policy. The school should then give you a decision in writing within 21 days.
my local school won’t let me enrol, what now?
If a school has refused you a school place and you are not happy with that decision, you can appeal it under what is called a Section 29 Appeal (see below).
i’ve been suspended (20 days or more) / expelled - what happens now?
Your school must notify the Educational Welfare Services. If you are not happy with this decision your parents (or you, if you are 18+) have a right to appeal under what is called a Section 29 Appeal.
Supports @ schoolBEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
local Schools with School completion programme:
Ballinteer community School, Ballinteer ph: 01 298 8195cabinteely community School, Johnstown rd ph: 01 285 2137holy child community School, Sallynoggin ph: 01 285 5334St. tiernan’s community School, Sandyford ph: 01 295 3224St. laurence college, loughlinstown ph: 01 282 6930
educational welfare Services
The Educational Welfare Officers’ job is to offer advice, support and guidance to parents or guardians whose children are experiencing difficulties in going to school.
They will help you in whatever way they can to ensure that you get aneducation by going back to school regularly or receiving an education elsewhere.
School completion programme coordinators
Their role is to provide supports to young people aged 4-18 years in order to help them to stay in school. The supports provided depend on your individual needs. Programmes include after-school supports, mentoring programmes, breakfast clubs and homework clubs.
www.tusla.ie/services/educational-welfare-services
Contact 01 771 8633 to be put in touch with your local EducationalWelfare Officer.
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contact the local Seno through the school or www.ncse.ie
contact an educational welfare officer who will listen to your particular set ofcircumstances and advise you who to contact. (01) 771 8633
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
Supports @ schoolhome / School / community liaison coordinators
Their role is to act as a link between the school and home. They encourageparents to become more involved in a young person’s education through courses, talks, etc. They will discuss any aspect of school that may becausing anxiety or stress to a young person or a parent.
School guidance counsellorsGuidance Counsellors will inform and advise you of the many education, training and employment options open to you. They will help guide you through these options to choose the best one for you. If you are thinking of leaving school early, your guidance counsellor will give you information on your options after you leave. This service is available in all schools.
home tuitionThis may be provided when a young person (under 16) cannot go to school because of a serious medical problem or for children with special educational needs looking for a suitable school place. The Educational Welfare Officer can advise you and help you to make an application.
Special needs SupportsThe local Special Educational Needs Organiser (SENO) provides information and assistance to parents who have children with special educational needs or those who have concerns that their children may needsome extra supports.
leaving certificate applied (lca)
This two year programme consists of four half-year‘sessions’. Modules include technology, science, the arts, social education, leisure and language. The programme has a strong practical and vocational emphasis and includes work experience.
Assessment is continuous throughout the course and there is also a final examination. The written examinations take place in June at the same time as the examinations for the Leaving Certificate. Student’s final award is based on their credits (Pass, Merit, Distinction).
for more info check out www.pdst.ie/lca
Other ways to do
local Schools offering leaving cert applied
Cabinteely Community School, Johnstown Rd. Ph: 01 285 2137Rockford Manor, Stradbrook Rd., Blackrock Ph: 01 280 1522 Holy Child Community School, Sallynoggin Ph: 01 285 5334 Newpark Comprehensive School, Blackrock Ph: 01 288 3724St. Tiernan’s Community School, Sandyford Ph: 01 295 3224
your leaving cert
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
Other ways to do your leaving cert
local schools offering lcvp
Blackrock College, Blackrock Ph: 01 288 8681Newpark Comprehensive Sch, Blackrock Ph: 01 288 3724Oatlands College, Stillorgan Ph: 01 288 8533St. Benildus College, Kilmacud, Stillorgan Ph: 01 298 7836St Laurence College, Loughlinstown Ph: 01 282 6930
leaving certificate vocational programme (lcvp)
This two-year programme allows students to develop their vocational skills and explore career options. Students usually do 7 Leaving Certificate subjects plus 2 link modules which are Enterprise Education and Preparation for the World of Work. There is also an opportunity to develop and apply their IT skills.
Students receive the same certificate as other Leaving Certificatestudents but their Leaving Certificate includes an additional statement of the results of the Link Modules (Pass, Merit or Distinction) which give points for Institutes of Technology and Universities.
further information at www.pdst.ie/nationalprogrammes
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BEFORE YOU LEAVE !!
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LEFT SCHOOL ?
youth advocate - provides mentoring, career guidance and information toyoung people aged 16-21 years. It is mainly for young people who have left schoolearly and are attending Youthreach/Training Centres but referrals from thoselooking for training options or those who are out of school can also be made.
ddletB youth and Sport development Services - provides supportfor educational and recreational programmes, projects and services to disadvantaged young people. This is done with local communities, voluntary groupsand youth organisations.
crosscare youth information Service - Provides a free and confidentialinformation service for all young people on a wide range of topics including courses,sports & leisure clubs, finding a job, and rights and entitlements.
ph: 01 284 1194 / 086 814 8359
youth officer ph: 01 452 8404 www.ddletb.ie
Local supports
contact crosscare youth information Service,Boylan centre Sussex Street ph: 01 284 4085 ‘option 1’facebook crosscareyouthinfo twitter @youthinfodubemail: [email protected]
alternative learning programmedun laoghaire (alp)
ALP provides an educational programme for those under 16 who are notcurrently in formal education. It runs 3 days per week during school termand is designed to be as easy as possible for young people to attend. Theprogramme is delivered by local Youth Workers and DDLETB Tutors andoffers a variety of activities and lessons. Through group work, theprogramme places huge emphasis on building supportive and trustingrelationships between participants and staff.
A new partnership has been developed with iScoil, an online learningcommunity that offers an alternative path to learning, accreditation andprogression. This will give young people an opportunity to gain certificationat QQI Level 3 (equivalent to Junior Cert).
Referrals to ALP must be made by the Educational Welfare Officer andSchool Principal and supported by the Parent or Guardian.
part-time QQi level 3 - dun laoghaire
This DDLETB course offers training for those aged 18+ who have leftschool early and want to return to education to learn new skills. Modulesinclude Maths, Communications, Art, I.T. and Social Media. Social Welfarepayments are not affected (subject to DSP approval).
Alternative choices
alternative learning programme, library road, dun laoghaire ph: 01 202 0959 email: [email protected]
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LEFT SCHOOL
[email protected] ph: 01 204 3681 [email protected] ph: 01 204 3681
youthreach training programme www.youthreach.ieYouthreach is a one / two year programme for unemployed early school leavers aged 15-20 years. Priority is given to those aged 16+ and centres will accept limited applications from 15 year olds on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits:Training is free.A travel and lunch allowance is paid if you live more than 5km away from the centre. Training allowance is paid if aged 16+.The opportunity to gain a National Qualification e.g. QQI (FETAC) level 3 + 4 major awards (www.nfq.ie)
LEFT SCHOOL
Local Centres:
Dun Laoghaire Community Training Centre QQI levels 3 & 4. The core areas include: Industrial Skills, Catering, IT Skills, Hair Care & Beauty Therapy, Pre-Apprenticeship (Science and Engineering) Programme, Childcare and a Work Experience Programme.41A York Rd, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin Ph: 01 284 1194 www.dlctc.ie
Sportsreach QQI level 4 Modules include: Communications, Maths, IT, Soccer, Health Related Fitness, Art, Personal Effectiveness, Work Experience. Also Sports & Recreation and Life Skills Programmes.St Joseph's Football Club, Pearse Park, Sallynoggin, Co. Dublin. Ph: 01 235 1500 (Elaine Bartley) or Ph: 01 201 3878 (Sinead Murphy)[email protected] [email protected]
Rathfarnham Youthreach QQI levels 3 & 4 Modules include: Communications, Maths, Computer Literacy, Art, Personal & Interpersonal Skills, Health & Fitness, Catering and Work Experience. Mountainview Hse, Meadow Park Ave, Rathfarnham. D.14. Ph: 01 296 3413
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Alternative choices
part-time QQi level 4 - dun laoghaireThis DDLETB course offers training for those aged 18+ who have leftschool early and now want to return to education and learn new skills. Thiswill improve employability skills and increase options for higher leveleducation. Modules include Communications, Maths, IT Skills, Childcare,Digital Media and Human Biology. Social Welfare payments are not affected(subject to DSP approval).
local centres cont’d:
tivoli training centre www.tivolitrainingcentre.ieThe centre is funded through the Probation Service and accepts referrals for young people who are on probation or ‘at risk’ of offending. Self and other referrals are also accepted. QQI levels 3 & 4 with a number of additional programmes and activities on offer. 24 Tivoli Terrace South, Dun Laoghaire. Ph: 01 284 1028
[email protected] ph: 01 204 3681 [email protected] ph: 01 204 3681
the Back to education initiative (Btei)This offers part-time accredited courses to young people and adults. Generally those over 16 years with less than Leaving Cert are eligible to take part on a BTEI.The Adult Education Service in Dun Laoghaire provides part-time BTEI courses for those aged 18+ at QQI levels 3,4 and 5. Priority is given to those on Social Welfare.
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LEFT SCHOOL
Alternative choices
[email protected] ph: 01 204 3681 [email protected] ph: 01 204 3681
national learning networkThis programme offers training and education to young people aged
16+ with extra support needs and helps them to learn the skills they needto get a job or progress to further education. Aimed mainly at people witha disability, anyone facing obstacles in the search for work should enquireabout the courses available. They offer QQI levels 3, 4 and 5.
taSk programme (Training Awareness Skills and Knowledge)This QQI level 4 Employment Skills Programme is open to
unemployed young Travellers and settled people aged 16+ living in DunLaoghaire / Rathdown. No formal qualifications are needed and modulesinclude Maths, IT, Career Planning and Customer Service. A trainingallowance is paid.
festina lente (Equestrian Training Programme)This SOLAS funded programme provides learners
with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress to working in the equestrian industry or onto further studies through working with and caring for horses. It is aimed at those aged 16+ and on a disability allowance, but if you have a learning disability or are an early school leaver who receivedresource/SNA supports in school, you may still be able to take part. On completion of the course you will receive a QQI level 4 Major Award in Horsemanship.
Contact: www.nln.ie Roslyn Park College, Sandymount Ph: 01 261 3400 NLN, Boghall Road, Bray Ph: 01 282 9643
Contact: Jacqueline 087 963 3348 www.festinalente.ieOld Connaught Avenue, Bray Ph: 01 272 0704
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LEFT SCHOOL Alternative choices
Southside Travellers, Sandyford, Dublin 18 Ph: 01 295 7372 Margaret Stafford 087 178 3529 www.southsidetravellers.org
With so much attention on the Leaving Certificate, you may be forgiven ifyou have overlooked the fact that there is a wealth of careers and coursesthat can be accessed without your Leaving Certificate.
apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a way of combining work experience and training to get a ‘trade’ or become a qualified craft person. It generally takes 4 years to complete an apprenticeship.
Apprentices must
Be at least 16 years. Have a minimum of grade D in any five subjects in the Junior Cert or equivalent (some apprenticeships require certain subjects).However, some employers prefer you to have the Leaving Cert.Find an employer who is willing to register you with SOLAS for a standard-based apprenticeship.
Dun Laoghaire Community Training Centre has a Pre-Apprenticeship (Science & Engineering Programme) for those who don’t have their JuniorCert.Examples of standard based apprenticeships are Carpentry, Plumbing,Motor Mechanics, Plastering etc.
Further education without the leaving cert
Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board www.ddletb.ie Contact your local DDLETB Training Centre for more info - Loughlinstown 01 204 3600
Intreo Centre, Dun Laoghaire Ph: 01 214 5540Intreo Centre, Rathfarnham Ph: 01 673 2000
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www.ddletb.ie www.dublintrainingcentres.ie Intreo Dun Laoghaire Ph: 01 214 5540Intreo Rathfarnham Ph: 01 673 2000
Dun Laoghaire Community Training Centre Ph: 01 284 1194 www.dlctc.ie
Sallynoggin College of Further Education Ph: 01 2852997 www.scfe.ie
hairdressing
The minimum age for a hairdressing apprenticeship is 16 but many salons only accept those aged 17+.Hairdressers usually do a 3-4 year apprenticeship including some off-the-job training such as night classes and some assessment.DDLETB offer some short-term hairdressing courses giving trainees the basic skills so that they can get a job as a junior hairdresser.
Dun Laoghaire Community Training Centre has a one year ‘Diploma in Hair & Beauty Services’ course (equivalent to QQI level 4) aimed at young people aged 16 - 21, who have left school without completing their Leaving Cert.
There are full & part-time hairdressing courses at Colleges of Further Education and Private colleges. Locally, Sallynoggin College of Further Education has a ‘Hairdressing & Beauty Specialist’ course and may accept people without the Leaving Cert.
LEFT SCHOOL
Further education without the leaving cert
defence forces
military apprenticeships - apprentices in the defence forces receivetraining for their chosen trade, as well as military training.
army / air corps - recruitment competitions are held as required.recruits undergo 17 weeks initial training which includes foot drill, arms drill,fieldcraft, first aid, rifle marksmanship, tactical and physical training.recruits have to live in the barracks for initial training.
naval - recruitment competitions are held as required. recruits traininglasts 20 weeks and on successful completion of the course the recruit takes upa postition as an ordinary Seaman aboard one of the ships of the irish navalService.
LEFT SCHOOL
www.military.ie
Recruitment Ph: 1890 426555 / [email protected] Ph: 1890 262828
Further education without the leaving cert
general Service recruitment -
You must be at least 18 & under 25 years of age (27 for Naval Services).You must be at least 5ft 2in/157.4cm. You must pass a medical examination and a physical fitness test.No formal education qualifications are required for recruits but you must satisfy an interview board and recruiting officer that you have a good enough level of education for service in the Defence Forces.
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ddletB training centresOffers training for those who wish to improve their skills or look for a job.May accept applications from 16 years for certain courses.Courses include ECDL, retail sales and warehouse operations.
horse-racing - trainee Jockey courseA 42 week residential programme aimed at young people aged 16+. Applicantsshould should have completed Junior Cert and have some horse-ridingexperience. Successful participants are awarded the QQI level 4 MajorAward in Racehorse Care and Riding.
teagasc These courses offer a wide range of career options if you wish to make acareer in agriculture, horticulture, horses or forestry. There is no minimum educational requirement for some courses (details ontheir website). Paid work experience is part of these courses.
LEFT SCHOOL
RACE, Curragh Hse, Kildare. Ph: 045 522468 www.racingacademy.ie
www.ddletb.ie www.dublintrainingcentres.ie
DDLETB Training Centre, Loughlinstown, Ph: 01 204 3600 Intreo Dun Laoghaire, Ph: 01 214 5540 Intreo Rathfarnham, Ph: 01 673 2000
www.teagasc.ie or Ph: 059 917 0200
Further education without the leaving cert
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colleges of further education
offer practical courses, mostly with QQi awards levels 5 & 6.occasional opportunities for those without leaving certificate to apply for certain courses.will take people at 16 years for some courses.examples of local courses that may accept those without leaving certificate:
dance performing artsfloristry photographychildcare Studiesoffice Skillscomputers / ecdlSecurity studies
LEFT SCHOOL
Further education without the leaving cert
local colleges of further education
Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute, Cumberland Street Tel: 01 280 9676 www.dfei.ie
Blackrock Further Education Institute, Main Street, BlackrockTel: 01 288 9717 www.bfei.ie
Sallynoggin College of Further Education, Pearse Street Tel: 01 285 2997 www.scfe.ie
Bray Institute of Further Education, Novara Road, Bray Tel: 01 282 9668 www.bife.ie
Stillorgan College, Old Dublin Road Tel: 01 288 0704 www.stillorgancollege.ie
Dundrum College, Main St. Dundrum. Tel: 01 298 5412 www.cfedundrum.com
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Money matters when studying
MONEY MATTERS
SolaS course training allowancean age-related training allowance is paid to those who are attending a training course in etB, youthreach or community training centres. full details of rates available from local centres. those over18 need to be assessed by social welfare as being eligible for payment before training allowance is paid.
travel and accommodation & meal allowanceyou may be entitled to travel or accommodation & meal allowance (notboth) while attending a training course in ddletB training centre, youthreach or community training centres. rates available from SolaS.
childcarethe childcare employment & training Support (cetS) scheme allow parents on certain etB courses to access subsidised childcare places for the duration of their training. contact the centre you will beattending for details.
apprenticeshipsapprentices are paid the agreed industrial apprentice wage rate by the employer - the actual rate paid may vary depending on the occupation and employer. generally, rates are based on the year andincrease during the apprenticeship. details should be checked with the prospective employer.
during off-the-job training, all apprentices are paid an apprenticeallowance and a contribution towards travel or accommodation costs, where appropriate. full details of rates available from SolaS.
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MONEY MATTERS
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Further information on eligibility can be found on www.welfare.ie or www.citizensinformation.ie
Money matters when studying
Further information on eligibility can be found on www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
or call to Crosscare Youth Information Service
Back to education allowance (Btea)
if you are unemployed,parenting alone or have a disability and gettingcertain payments from the department of Social protection, you may do an approved 2nd or 3rd level course and get Btea.
if you’re aged under 26 & getting a reduced age-related Jobseeker’sallowance payment, you will get a maximum Btea rate of €160 per week(any means participants have will be deducted from this rate).
you cannot get the Btea and the maintenance part of the student grant.however, you can still apply for a fee grant to pay your Student contribution, field trip costs and tuition fees (if payable). See below for information on Student grants.
in general, you must be over 21, however you may also qualify for Btea if you:
are aged between 18 and 20 yearsare out of formal education for two years, (not required for certain disability payments)and getting one of the following social welfare payments: Jobseeker's allowance, Jobseeker's Benefit, one-parent family payment orcertain disability payments for at least - 3 months (78 days) for the Second level and 9 months (234 days) for the third level option. time spent on youthreach can count towards this.
Student grantif you are attending a full-time course in a college of further education or a third level college, you may be eligible for a student grant.
Career directions
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EMPLOYMENT
how to choose a career
Some people know from an early age what they would like to do - a teacher,an electrician, a bus-driver perhaps - but there are many who have no definite ideas about what career they would like.
One of the keys in choosing the right career for you is an awareness of your own skills, abilities and potential. Information on how to achieve your goals and access the opportunities available is essential.
Talk to people who are doing the career you would like.
work experience - There are often opportunities through training courses to gain work experience in a chosen career. This is an ideal way to get a real feel for a job.
School guidance counsellors - even when you have made a decision to leave school, guidance counsellors can meet with you to discuss your options.
youth advocate - based in Youthreach centres, they provide a career guidance service to young people.
a good place to start your research is:
www.qualifax.iewww.nightcourses.comwww.careersportal.iewww.gotocollege.ie
Finding a job
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EMPLOYMENT
Contact YMCA, Aungier St., Dublin 2. Ph: 01 478 2607 www.ymca.ie/step
www.welfare.ieLocal Offices:Intreo Centre, Cumberland St., Dun Laoghaire Ph: 01 214 5540Intreo, Nutgrove Shopping Centre Ph: 01 673 2000
Step (Support, training and enterprise programme)Is a training programme for unemployed 17-25 year olds who are out of school and unsure of their job choices. The programme offers QQI Level 4 and aims to channel young people into employment or further education.A training allowance is paid. Courses run from September to June andapplications are accepted throughout the year.
intreo -integrated employment & Support ServiceIntreo provides a one-stop shop for employment services and incomesupports with a range of personalised supports to jobseekers (18+). Once you have registered, you will be given details of a group information session where you will be told about the full range of support services available from Intreo, including income, training/education and employment supports. Depending on your personal profile, you may be given an appointment for a further meeting with a DSP case officer. At this meeting your case officer will discuss your options with you and agree your Personal Progression Plan to prepare you to find employment. You will get ongoing advice and support to help you meet the goals in your Personal Progression Plan.
dun laoghaire youth Service Jobs initiativeThe Jobs Initiative Programme aims to support young people 16 - 25 years to progress into employment or further education / training by identifying resources to best meet the young persons individual needs.
EMPLOYMENT
Rights when you work
Minimum Wage
The National Minimum Wage is €9.25 per hour.However, if you are under 18 years, you are only entitled to 70% of theminimum wage which is €6.48 per hour.
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As a young person, you have rights when you are at work. It is importantthat you make yourself aware of your rights & entitlements and exercisethose rights…….
AGE LIMITSFor a regular full-time job, the minimum age is 16. If you are 14 or 15,
you can only do light work during the school holidaysyou can take part in work experience during term timeyou must have at least a 3 week break during the summeryou may be employed in film, theatre, sports or advertising (under licence)
Maximum Hours of work per weekAs a young person, you cannot be asked to workbeyond the maximum hours for your age.
14yrs 15yrs 16/17yrs
term-time No hours 8 hours a week 40 hours a week(8 hours a day)
holidays 35 hours a week(7 hours a day)
35 hours a week (7 hours a day)
40 hours a week
workexperience
40hrs a week(8 hours a day)
40 hours a week(8 hours a day)
40 hours a week
Rest Breaks
When working, you are entitled to proper breaks:
Early Morning & Night Work
In general, young people are restricted in working late nights and early mornings.
Rights when you work
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u 16s 16 & 17
30 mins break 30 mins after working 4 hours
30 mins afterworking 4.5 hours
Every 24 hours 14 hours off 12 hours off
Weekly 2 days off 2 days off
U 16s 16 & 17
Early morning after 8am after 6am
Night work- with school next morning up to 8pm up to 10pm
Night work- without school next morning up to 8pm
up to 11pm (and not before
7am next morning)
EMPLOYMENT
education
It is never too late to return to study as mature students are often exempt fromstandard entry requirements. Here are a few organisations who can help...
employment
ADULTS WHO HAVE LEFT SCHOOL EARLY
dun laoghaire adult education Service, DDLETB Training Centre, Wyatville Road, Loughlinstown, Co. DublinAdult Guidance & Information Service Ph: 01 204 3609Dun Laoghaire Adult Learning Centre Ph: 01 204 3681
adult education Service, Sydenham Road, Dundrum, Dublin 14Adult Guidance & Information Service Ph: 01 298 9283South Dublin Adult Learning Centre Ph: 01 296 4321DATE (Dundrum Adult Training & Education) Ph: 01 296 4322
intreo employment & Support ServiceIntreo Centre, Cumberland St., Dun Laoghaire Ph: 01 214 5540Intreo Centre, Nutgrove S.C., Rathfarnham Ph: 01 673 2000
ddletB training centre, loughlinstown Ph: 01 204 3600
Southside partnership local employment Service (leS) A free,confidential and personal service for anyone in Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown who isunemployed and job seeking.contact: 137 Oliver Plunkett Road, Monkstown, Ph: 01 284 1977, freephone 1800 200501
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Southside Partnership is a well-established local development company operating inDun Laoghaire Rathdown. We work with targeted groups and individuals across thecounty and have designed supports and programmes to suit their needs. We alsowork with those who have left school early and those who are unemployed.
For young people not in education, training or employment we offer a range of oneto one supports and training opportunities that are flexible and personalised.
Southside Partnership’s core programme is the Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP),funded by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government through the Dun LaoghaireRathdown Local Community Development Committee (LCDC)).
For more information about our work contact Sandra Campbell or Finn McGuirk on 01 7060 100
SOUTHSIDE PARTNERSHIPwww.southsidepartnership.ie
DLR DRUG AND ALCOHOL TASK FORCEwww.dlrdrugtaskforce.ie
If you need help with a drug or alcohol problem, and /or other youth issues youshould contact one of the services listed below. They are there to listen to yourconcerns, to support you in looking at options and to help you make a decision abouta positive way forward.
They may help you to access a more specialist service if this is required, or give youadvice and information to protect yourself and reduce the harms arising from yourbehaviour. They may also suggest you participate in activities with others to helpyou talk about the issues and reduce your concerns.
Youth Prevention ProgrammeÚna Kenny, Mounttown NYFP, C/O Holy Family School, Dunedin Park, MonkstownFarm, Glenageary, Co. Dublin 01 284 4596 086-1731187 Fax: 01 230 1716 [email protected]
Petra Eaglesfield, Ballyogan Family Resource Centre, Samuel Beckett Civic Campus,Ballyogan Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18 Tel: 01 295 3219 Fax: 01 299 9002 [email protected]
aAdult Education & Literacy Services 29Adult Guidance Service 29Alternative Learning Programme 14Appeal Process (Section 29) 8Apprenticeships 18
BBack to Education Allowance 24Back to Education Initiative 16Bullying 6
cCareer Guidance 10,25Changing Schools 8Childcare Support 23Colleges of Further Education 22
dDefence Forces 20DLR Drug & Alcohol Task Force 30Dun Laoghaire Community Training Centre 15DLYS Jobs Initiative 26DDLETB Youth & Sport Development Services 13DDLETB Training Centres 21
eEducational Welfare Officer & Services 9Employment Rights 27Expelled from School 8
fFestina Lente (Equestrian Training Programme) 17Financial Support 23
hHelplines 7Home tuition 10Home / School / Community Liaison Coordinators 10Hairdressing 19Horse Racing / Trainee Jockey 21
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iIntreo / Employment Services 26
lLeaving Certificate Applied 11Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme 12Legal Issues 5Local Employment Service 29
nNational Learning Network 17
pPart-time QQI Level 3 14Part-time QQI Level 4 16Pregnancy 6
SSchool Attendance 5School Completion Programme 9School Enrollments 8School Guidance Counsellors 10Southside Partnership 30Special Needs Supports 10Sportsreach 15STEP Programme 26Student Grant 24Suspended from School 8
tTASK Programme 17Teagasc 21Tivoli Training Centre 16Training Allowances 23
yYouth Advocate 13Youth Information Centre 13YouthreachTraining Programme 15Youthreach, Rathfarnham 15
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Crosscare Dun Laoghaire Youth Service
We provide area-based youth work projects throughout the greaterDun Laoghaire area. Other services include Youth Information, DrugEducation, Youth Arts & Theatre, Youth Café, Adventure Sports andGarda Youth Diversion Project. These projects provide youth-centreddevelopmental and educational projects for young people primarilybetween the ages of 10-21 years of age, designed to enhance theirpersonal and social development.
If you are interested in accessing any of the youth projects, just phoneor drop into the Boylan Youth Centre.Contact Ciara Murphy, Crosscare Dun Laoghaire Youth Service,Boylan Youth Centre, Sussex St., Dun Laoghaire. Ph: 2844085,[email protected]
Youth Information Service
Provides a free and confidential information service for all young people (15 - 25yrs) on a wide range of topics including courses, college grants, sports & leisure clubs, finding a job/ cv preparation, rights & entitlements.
Call in, phone, text or e-mail, no appointment is necessary!
Crosscare Youth Information Service, Boylan Centre, Dun Laoghaire. Ph: 284 4085, ext 1; txt: 086 237 0067; e-mail: [email protected]; www.facebook.com/Crosscareyouthinfo @YouthInfoDub W: youthinfo.crosscare.ie
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WHO WE ARE....
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