Portarlington Adult Education Centre was established in 2003. The Centre is dedicated to providing adults with further or second chance education and training opportunities. A broad range of provisions are provided.
Mission Statement:
'To facilitate learning, personal growth and critical reflection through a working partnership with participants and tutors and to enrich the quality of life for all. To enable participants to engage in life-long learning in an environment of mutual support.'
Portarlington Adult Education Centre provides a range of FETAC certified morning and afternoon classes to adults who wish to return to education on a flexible part-time basis under the Back to Education Initiative.
Classes are provided in a friendly and supportive environment with emphasis placed on encouraging adults to learn in a way, and at a pace, that they are comfortable with. Learners may combine modules in ways that best suit their needs and situation.
We are now offering a number of FETAC Level 5 full awards in the following subject areas:
