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Ministers Patrick O'Donovan TD and Stephen Donnelly have launched an expansion in training places for key therapy disciplines. Starting in September 2024, there will be increased opportunities in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physiotherapy. Department of Health - Ireland ℹ https://lnkd.in/eKuhvGZ3

Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD launched the Heat Pump Installation Incentivisation Scheme today. Running until December 1, the scheme offers up to €500 for qualified plumbers to undertake heat pump installation training courses. ℹ https://lnkd.in/eherRQvU

Technological University Dublin is placing its people at the centre of climate action through the Climate Action Mandate. Key initiatives include Climate Action Leadership Training for senior management, innovative faculty projects, and eco-friendly practices in First Year Orientation. These efforts empower the TU Dublin community to advance sustainability and build a greener future. #climateaction #publicsectorclimatemandate #climateactionplan2024

Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD was in TUS Athlone today to launch a new Part-Time Fee Scheme for specified Undergraduate Courses. Recognising that full-time education isn’t an option for everyone, this scheme offers flexible opportunities, with 62 courses eligible for 2024/25. More info 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ecvfirrj Eligibility details 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ecSC2s6D

Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD launched a new Part-Time Fee Scheme for 62 undergraduate courses. The scheme supports socially and economically disadvantaged students and will open opportunities to realise educational ambitions in a more flexible way. More information: https://lnkd.in/ecvfirrj Eligibility details: https://lnkd.in/ecSC2s6D

Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD today welcomes the establishment of Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland, Ireland’s new competitive research and innovation funding agency.   The new agency amalgamates the activities and functions of the Irish Research Council (IRC) and Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and will capitalise on the recognised strengths of these two agencies in driving world-class research and innovation in Ireland. Read more in 🔗 https://lnkd.in/extQ9GqU

Maynooth University is dedicated to sustainability and actively supports the Climate Action Mandate by promoting green transport options such as public transport, cycling, and walking to reduce its carbon footprint. Discover more about their impactful initiatives in this video. #climateaction #publicsectorclimateactionmandate #climateactionplan2024

Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD met with Dr. Kevin Marshall from Microsoft, who will chair the new #NationalSkillsCouncil. The new Council will work independently to provide Government with strategic foresight and expert advice in the area of skills development in Ireland. 🔗https://lnkd.in/ezaSCfYy

Today, World Youth Skills Day 2024 is shining a spotlight on ensuring that young people have the skills to tackle today's challenges and shape a more peaceful tomorrow. Last week Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD and Taoiseach Simon Harris announced the 18 participants who will compete as Team Ireland at the 2024 World Skills event in September. World Skills 2024 gives an important platform to recognise the value of skills-based learning in Ireland, and to celebrate the incredible achievements of these young people as they begin their exciting journey to represent their country at this prestigious event. Team Ireland will compete in World Skills categories including Social and Personal Services, Building and Construction, Transport and Logistics, and Cyber and ICT. #Worldskillsireland #wsi2024 #SkillsChangeLives #WorldSkills SOLAS (An tSeirbhís Oideachais Leanúnaigh agus Scileanna)