A NEW programme of study for those interested in pursuing a career in An Garda Siochana has been launched by the Kerry College of Further Education and it will be delivered from next September.
The very unique and innovative educational collaboration will have a key input from the Kerry Garda Division who will provide a number of presentations and collaborate in the organisation for a trip to Templemore Garda College.
Community Sergeant, Eileen O’Sullivan, has been instrumental in facilitating the service and Community Garda, Aidan O’Mahony, will be involved in providing a real-life insight for students on what it is really like to be a member of An Garda Siochana.
Kerry College of Further Education principal, Mary Lucey, said the aim of the programme is that when the participants graduate they will be ideal candidates to apply and progress to the Garda College, subject to meeting the relevant qualification criteria.
“The Kerry College of Education is introducing this programme as we realise that the majority of students leaving school are ill-informed in their course choices in third-level. Neither do they have any knowledge what a particular career is really like when finished a third-level course,” Ms Lucey said.
She said the project will be of huge benefit to the applicants and to the Gardai as those genuinely suited and passionate about the career will emerge successfully from the programme.
“Kerry College of Education is honoured the Gardai will assist with the college on this project and the long-term benefits of this programme will be enormous. It is wonderful to have the support for individuals on their educational and career journey,” the principal added.
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