{"id":6865,"date":"2026-07-21T16:59:18","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T16:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/?p=6865"},"modified":"2026-07-21T16:59:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T16:59:23","slug":"building-skills-confidence-and-career-opportunities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/building-skills-confidence-and-career-opportunities\/","title":{"rendered":"College Spotlight: Kerry College"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"240\" data-src=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kerry-college.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6868 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 280\/240;\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-building-skills-confidence-and-career-opportunities\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Building Skills, Confidence and Career Opportunities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re returning to work after a career break, considering a career change or looking to develop new skills, education can be the key to unlocking your next opportunity. Finding a college that offers flexible learning, practical experience and clear progression routes can make that journey even easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This month we&#8217;re delighted to shine the spotlight on <a href=\"https:\/\/kerrycollege.ie\/\">Kerry College<\/a>, one of Ireland&#8217;s leading providers of Further Education and Training (FET). With five campus locations across County Kerry and more than 180 full-time, part-time and apprenticeship programmes, Kerry College offers learners the opportunity to gain the skills, qualifications and confidence needed to progress into employment, apprenticeships or higher education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-why-choose-kerry-college\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/kerrycollege.ie\/\">Kerry College?<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Back To Work Connect<\/a>, we know that returning to education can feel like a big step. The good news is that Kerry College has built its programmes with learners from all backgrounds in mind, whether you&#8217;re starting your career, returning after time away, or looking to reskill for a completely new profession.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As Ireland&#8217;s first fully integrated Further Education and Training college, Kerry College combines practical learning with strong industry links, helping students develop job-ready skills while also providing progression pathways into university and further study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-courses-that-prepare-you-for-today-s-workplace\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Courses That Prepare You for Today&#8217;s Workplace<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kerry College offers programmes across a broad range of industries, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to build new skills or refresh existing ones.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-src=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6867 lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 819px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 819\/1024;width:296px;height:auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-512x640.png 512w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-1024x1280.png 1024w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry-920x1150.png 920w, https:\/\/backtoworkconnect.ie\/careerhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Kerry.png 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Popular areas of study include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business, Administration &amp; Finance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computing &amp; Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Software Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthcare &amp; Social Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education &amp; Childcare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Construction &amp; the Built Environment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renewable Energy Technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agriculture &amp; Horticulture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourism, Hospitality &amp; Culinary Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hair &amp; Beauty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sport, Coaching &amp; Physical Therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transport &amp; Logistics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many employment-focused programmes include integrated work placement, industry experience and professional certifications, helping learners develop the practical skills employers are looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-ideal-for-returners-and-career-changers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ideal for Returners and Career Changers<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Back To Work Connect, we often remind our community that confidence\u2014not capability\u2014is the biggest barrier to returning to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Upskilling is one of the most effective ways to rebuild confidence while demonstrating to employers that you&#8217;re ready for your next opportunity. Whether you&#8217;ve taken time away to raise a family, care for a loved one, recover from illness or simply want a fresh start, Kerry College provides a welcoming learning environment where adult learners can develop new knowledge while building on the valuable experience they already have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many of the employment-focused programmes are specifically designed for people who want to reskill, upskill or make a successful career transition into growing sectors of the Irish economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-flexible-learning-to-suit-your-lifestyle\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Flexible Learning to Suit Your Lifestyle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Life doesn&#8217;t stop when you decide to learn something new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s why Kerry College offers a wide variety of learning options, including full-time and part-time programmes, online learning opportunities and apprenticeships. Courses are delivered across five campuses throughout County Kerry, giving learners flexibility and access to modern facilities, experienced tutors and excellent learner supports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"h-progression-employment-and-lifelong-learning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Progression, Employment and Lifelong Learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of Kerry College&#8217;s greatest strengths is the range of pathways available after completing a course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on your programme, you could:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Progress to higher education through QQI pathways.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain industry experience through work placements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter employment with recognised qualifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Begin or continue an apprenticeship.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue your professional development through further specialist training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p 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