Are you passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces and communities? Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others? 

ACE at UCC congratulates Director Dr. Séamus Ó Tuama on receiving the 2024 AAACE President’s Appreciation Award, recognising his exemplary contributions to adult and continuing education globally.

Eighteen Tirlán farmers have proudly graduated as the second group of family farm suppliers from the Tirlán and Baileys Sustainable Farming Academy. This year’s graduates complete their Diploma in Environment, Sustainability, and Climate from University College Cork (UCC)

A unique opportunity to become a certified Lego Serious Play (LSP) facilitator with a two-day training programme led by Dr. Briony Supple

Last week, the first cohort of students from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) began their journey in the Certificate in Work and Organisational Leadership with Adult Continuing Education (ACE) at University College Cork (UCC).

The Head Teacher at the Education Unit at Cork Prison Edel Cunningham has been awarded by University College Cork for her work. 

Adult Continuing Education (ACE), in partnership with the School of Education at University College Cork (UCC), proudly welcomed the first-ever cohort of students enrolled in the Postgraduate Diploma in Further, Adult, and Community Education (PDFACE).

Criminal behaviour has long been a subject of fascination, both for professionals in the field and the general public. But what drives individuals to commit violent crimes? How can forensic psychology help us understand the inner workings of some of the most dangerous minds in society?

ACE is delighted to share that AIEB has granted us 6 student bursaries for year 1 of the Diploma in Youth and Community Work. 

The urge to return to UCC reached its tipping point during COVID. He started looking up courses and the Master’s in Personal and Management Coaching caught his eye.

Adult Continuing Education at University College Cork (UCC) has announced the appointment of Dr Darina Allen as Adjunct Professor to Adult Continuing Education and the Department of Folklore and Ethnology.

Following from hugely successful participation and delivery last year, the RPL Digital Badge, in partnership with The National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education is back, offering participants an excellent introduction to all things RPL.

A group of students at Cork Prison have today (Friday, February 23) been presented with awards recognising their completion of a module on Substance Misuse and Addiction Studies. This course was developed originally by University College Cork (UCC), the HSE Addiction Services and James Leonard of ‘The Two Norries’ Podcast in collaboration with teaching staff in Cork ETB’s Education Unit.

Discover the history of adult education and lifelong learning at UCC in Dr Alan McCarthy's book; 'The Laurels: Adult Education and Lifelong Learning at UCC, 1946-2022'. Commissioned by ACE at UCC for the 75^th anniversary, the book is now available to purchase at UCC University Press online here: https://www.corkuniversitypress.com/9781782054887/the-laurels/ 

UCC proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of 15 graduates from its new Certificates in Social Citizenship and Disability-Inclusive Practice. These one-year courses, offered through ACE at UCC in collaboration with the ID+ project at UCC aims to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities and equip these students to champion disability inclusion.

New microcredential to strengthen the talent pipeline for Ireland’s BioPharmaChem sector.

The global top 10 Biopharmaceutical companies operate in Ireland.

84,000 employed in the sector and this is expected to will increase by up to 10,000 jobs over the next five years.

Adult Continuing Education (ACE) at University College Cork presented its annual Bertram Windle Award to Tina Neylon, Founding Coordinator of the Lifelong Learning Festival at an award ceremony in City Hall on the 28th of September. Tina Neylon was presented with the award in recognition of for her exemplary contribution to lifelong learning as Founding Coordinator of the Lifelong Learning Festival. 

• New research has found many children are experiencing ‘high levels’ of disadvantage.
• This research explores the barriers to education for Traveller children.
• The report outlines 20 recommendations.

A new report has revealed that there are significant barriers to education faced by Traveller children living in the north Cork region. The report has discovered that many children still experience ‘high levels of disadvantage’ across the area.

On Thursday, 28^th September 2023, Adult Continuing Education (ACE) at UCC will launch 'The Laurels: Adult Education and Lifelong Learning at UCC, 1946-2022' a book written by  Dr. Alan McCarthy followed by the annual Alfred O'Rahilly Lecture and the presentation of the 2023 Bertram Windle Award. 

Admissions are open for part-time courses in 'Environment & Sustainability' at ACE UCC! Explore the Climate Crisis & Local Government: Certificate in CPD Microcredential, or Environment, Sustainability & Climate: Certificate or Diploma 

Admissions are open for part-time courses on 'Psychology, Mental Health & Neurodiversity' at ACE, UCC!

Admissions are open for part-time courses in the Food Sector at ACE, UCC! Enhance your leadership skills with the Diploma in Leadership for Agri-Food Sector or explore Irish Food Culture with the Postgraduate Diploma Admissions open here.

Accelerate your career growth with ACE, UCC's part-time courses in Project Management, and Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work. Admissions are open now here. Enroll to enhance your professional development.

Take your education to the next level with our part-time courses at ACE. Trauma-Informed Practice in Education Certificate and Recognition of Prior Learning for Adult and Community Educators Certificate are now open for applications. 

Join our upcoming webinars and take the first step towards a rewarding career. MSc Programme in Mindfulness-Based Wellbeing and MSc Programme in Personal & Management Coaching are now open for applications. 

Applications are open for our part-time 'Community, Diversity & Inclusion' courses! Enroll now in Disability Studies Diploma or Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion Awareness for Health, Social Care, & Education Professionals. To find out more click here.

Discover the past with ACE, UCC's Arts (History) Certificate, explore different cultures with the European Art History Diploma, or trace your family history with the Genealogy Diploma. Enroll now and expand your knowledge! Click here for further details. 

ACE UCC is now open for applications for our September 2023 intake. Join our learning community at ACE 'Educating to Change Lives' For more details click here

Congratulations to all graduates of 2022/2023 who celebrated their achievements at the ACE Spring graduation ceremony on campus last Tuesday March 28th!

Cork Lifelong Learning Festival 2023 takes place 27th March to 2nd April. There will be a series of FREE learning events in UCC with something for everybody to enjoy. See the full listing of events here.