Cork FET lauds ‘dedication and effort’ of latest graduates

Valerie Cowman, campus leader at Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus, praised the graduates for their achievements.
Cork FET lauds ‘dedication and effort’ of latest graduates

Denis Leamy, Cork ETB, presenting Florence Murphy with his level 6 training delivery and evaluation certificate, also included are Valerie Cowman, manager Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus and John Fitzgibbons, director of further education and training Cork ETB.

Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus recently celebrated the achievements of students at a graduation ceremony.

Graduates represented a diverse range of students, including those pursuing career changes, enhancing their current roles or returning to education through specific skills training and skills to advance initiatives.

Courses were delivered through both day and evening formats, offering flexible learning opportunities to suit a variety of needs. Graduates were recognised across a broad spectrum of disciplines including business, hospitality, sustainability, and national tour guiding.

Graduate Emma O’Sullivan, level 6 human resources management, with her son Oisin and husband Dave, all from Carrigaline.
Graduate Emma O’Sullivan, level 6 human resources management, with her son Oisin and husband Dave, all from Carrigaline.

Valerie Cowman, campus leader at Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus, praised the graduates for their achievements.

“I want to recognise the dedication and effort you’ve invested in completing this programme.

“It takes real courage to commit to learning, especially while managing full time work and balancing the demands of home and study. Congratulations to each of you on this outstanding achievement.”

Graduates with Denis Leamy, chief executive Cork ETB; John Fitzgibbons, director further education and training Cork ETB, and Valerie Cowman, manager Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus, during the Cork College FET Bishopstown Campus, various QQI level qualifications learner graduation ceremony, at Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus.	Pictures: Jim Coughlan
Graduates with Denis Leamy, chief executive Cork ETB; John Fitzgibbons, director further education and training Cork ETB, and Valerie Cowman, manager Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus, during the Cork College FET Bishopstown Campus, various QQI level qualifications learner graduation ceremony, at Cork College of FET Bishopstown Campus. Pictures: Jim Coughlan

Also speaking at the event, Denis Leamy, chief executive, Cork ETB, thanked all those attending for their commitment to lifelong learning and upskilling.

“Congratulations to each of you for committing to this course of study,” said Mr Leamy.

“I encourage you to keep moving forward on your lifelong learning journey.

“At Cork ETB and Cork College of FET, we take pride in offering flexible opportunities for upskilling while working and creating pathways for every learner.

Graduate, Faye Delanty, Level 5 Beverage Service Certificate.
Graduate, Faye Delanty, Level 5 Beverage Service Certificate.

“This programme is just the beginning, keep building on this achievement and take the next step.”

For further information on Cork Education and Training Board and their range of schools, courses, and opportunities from primary to post-primary and to further education, visit corketb.ie or see Cork Education and Training Board or CorkETB on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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