Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 July 2021
69. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science his plans for further and higher education on the campus of Whitehall College of Further Education in Whitehall, Dublin 9; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36773/21]
View answerI wish to advise the Deputy that provision of further education and training at Whitehall College of Further Education (Whitehall CFE) is governed by City of Dublin ETB (CDETB).
The ETB expect to support in the region of 350 learners in Whitehall CFE in the 2021/2022 academic year. Through PLC provision a range of course options will be provided, including Business and Finance, English Language and Business, Computer Networks, Health Service Skills, English Language and Training and Nursing Studies. In addition, the pre-apprenticeship programme will provide training in carpentry and joinery, motor vehicle and construction, while Skills to Advance (upskilling for employed people) will provide a hybrid and electric vehicle motor industry qualification.
CDETB and Whitehall CFE continually review their provision to ensure that it meets the needs of its community of learners, including both employed and unemployed people; and local employers.
