HELPLINE OPEN FOR STUDENTS
THE Exam Helpline 2017, provided by the National Parents’ Council Post Primary ( NPCpp) and sponsored by eir and the Irish Independent, opened on Wednesday) offering confidential advice, information and support to Sligo students receiving their results.
The helpline will take calls from students and parents seeking advice and up to date information on what choices are available to students.
The helpline opened for three days last weel as well as a further three days this week, after the release of CAO Round One offers.
The Helpline is sponsored by eir and the Irish Independent and supported by the Department of Education and Skills and staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors. The Helpline receives thousands of calls every year, giving expert advice to students to enable them to make informed choices about their future career paths and further education.
Those seeking advice, information or reassurance can contact the Helpline on 1800 265 165 and speak to experienced guidance counsellors.
All queries on 3rd level courses, leaving cert appeals and repeats, CAO procedures, no offers and financing your further education will be dealt with in a professional and confidential manner.
Meanwhile, the Union of Students in Ireland is calling on students enrolled for next year or incoming first years to start searching for suitable and affordable student accommodation as soon as possible.
“There are a number of useful resources for students coming to college next year who are unsure about what to do next about getting somewhere to live”, Mr Kerrigan said.
“The USI and RTB Finance and Accommodation Guide details the rights students have as tenants, and it is particularly useful for students who are renting for the first time. Students should also check out homes. usi. ie if they are finding it tough to find suitable and affordable accommodation during the accommodation rush.”