Zombie fun run in aid of Peter McVerry Trust. Take part in the this event..

Colaiste Ide latest and archive news and events.

Important information for prospective and current students.

Colaiste Ide has a very active "student social life". These socials are a great way to meet other students.

Students attending full-time approved Courses in Colaiste Ide for the 2014/2015 academic session are eligible to apply for a maintenance grant. The grant is available to first time PLC students. 

Leisure-Point Sports Complex is on your doorstep, and for a nominal fee Colaiste Ide students may use the leisure centre.

Our current student population includes people from Albania to Zimbabwe. 

Get information in PLC maintenance grants, VTOS, BTEA and BTEI.

Colaiste Ide policy documents are in PDF format and require Acrobat Reader to view.

Game Design & Development, Art & Design Portfolio Preparation, Fashion Design, Fashion and Textiles, Beauty Therapy, Progression Routes for Art & Technology Graduates.

Accounting & Business Skills To Compete, Accounting Technician (ATI), Computer Systems & Networks with Cyber Security, Business Studies, Marketing and Human Resources, Office Administration with Reception Skills, Tourism, Travel, Airline Studies and Cabin Crew.

Traineeship in Personal and Athletic Group Training, Irish Dancing with Exercise and Fitness, Health and Physical Activity, Exercise, Wellbeing & Holistic Studies, Sports and Leisure Management - Soccer, Sports and Leisure Management, Exercise, Health, Fitness and Personal Training.

Professional Cookery Levels 5 & 6, Hospitality Operations  Levels 5 & 6

A range of full time FETAC Level 5 & 6 VTOS subsidised courses - Health Service Skills with Special Needs Qualification, Return to Fulltime Education/Training, Early Childhood Care & Education, Community Health Services, Health Services Supervisory Management.

A range of part time QQI Level 4 courses in a variety of disciplines - ICT/Security, Retail Skills, Computing, Catering, Horticulture, Social Care.

Students will develop their talents in a wide range of visual and artistic skills. Students will prepare a portfolio of work so that they may proceed to further study at Third level. This course gives students over the age of 18 the possibility to be selected for a Eramus + European mobility exchange (subject to funding).

This course offers the student the opportunity to explore and develop skills in many aspects of Design. It provides a solid foundation year for further studies. This course gives students over the age of 18 the possibility to be selected for a Eramus + European mobility exchange (subject to funding).

This intensive portfolio course provides a strong grounding in drawing and design skills for entry into Third level. Students are introduced to the textiles and fashion disciplines of combined materials, embroidery, garment construction and pattern drafting.

This course is aimed at students who are interested in pursuing a career in Accounting Finance. Learners are taught key accounting concepts, principles of accounting and the knowledge and skills required to understand personal and business taxation regulations. They will gain an understanding of core business functionsin management, marketing and law.

Students will gain a general education in the Business Studies area, together with a specialised knowledge of Marketing & Human Resources.

Students will acquire the necessary skills to become proficient in modern office technology. They will also gain the knowledge and skills required for effective office administration.

This course will provide successful students with the knowledge and the entry requirements necessary to access science based programmes at higher education level. The course also aims to provide students with the knowledge and the skills necessary to gain employment in the science and pharmaceutical industries.

This course provides successful graduates with the opportunity to seek employment in the sport and leisure industry. Students gain the knowledge and understanding of physical fitness and exercise on both a practical and a theoretical basis.

This course aims to provide the successful graduates with the knowledge, skills and competence to work in the sports and leisure industry in careers such as personal training, group fitness instructing, pool lifeguard and sports massage therapy

This one-year course gives the learner a comprehensive introduction to the travel and tourism industries.  Students are equipped with best-practice skills required to secure employment in the tourism industry, as cabin crew, airport ground handling staff or in travel consultancy.

This course is a one - year Post Leaving Diploma, which gives students the key skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the Wellness and Beauty Industry. while at the same time obtaining a sound general knowledge in areas needed to function in the wellness environment. This course leads to an ITEC Beauty Specialist Diploma and a certificate from FLAIR in Nail Technology. This course gives students over the age of 18 the possibility to be selected for a Eramus + European mobility exchange (subject to funding).

This one year course in Culinary Arts combines practical and theoretical modules, designed to enable the learner to secure longterm employment within the catering industry or to progress to Higher Education.  This course gives students over the age of 18 the possibility to be selected for an Erasmus+ European Mobility Exchange placement (subject to funding).

The Open Learning Centre was started in September 1994, with the objective of providing “quality flexible education to the Unemployed, Lone-parents, House-Parents, and Disables. In fact anyone who needs flexibility in their education”.

Come to our Open Learning Centre enrollment days September 27th-30th, 10am - 3pm

This course is a one – year Post Leaving Certificate Course, which gives students the key skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the Hospitality Industry. The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skills and competence to work autonomously using a range of specialized skills in a professional kitchen.

Build a strong broad foundation in Computing: course includes Mobile App Development, Computer Programming (Java, PHP, JavaScript, HTML5/CSS), Virtual Machines / Operating Systems, Computer Networking and Computer Hardware. Emphasis placed on Cyber Security throughout programme. Progress onto third level to pursue a degree or into industry.

Study Skills Support for VTOS & BTE Students can help you with Essay Writing, Assignment Preparation , Structure & Layout, Research Skills, Spelling Grammar and Punctuation, Bibliography & Referencing, Study & Reading Techniques, Assistive Technology

Return to fulltime education/training  opportunities for unemployed adults. Participants must be over 21 years of age and in receipt of a social welfare payment for 6 months. Participation on VTOS programmes is free.

The Back to Education Initiative provides part time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. The aim is to give people an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other commitments. 

Child Development & Play, Communications, Childcare & Safety, Teamworking, Work Experience, Introduction to Healthcare, Word Processing / ESOL, Workplace Safety

Word Processing, Communications, Teamworking, Work Experience, Health related fitness, Soccer, Human Biology, Food & Nutrition

Mathematics, Communications, Computer Applications, Web Design, Information Technology Skills, Work Experience, Word Processing, Teamworking

Retail Sales Techniques, Communications, Customer Service, Retail Payment Procedures, Information Technology Skills, Work Experience, Guarding Skills, Teamworking,

The Healthcare Level 6 programme, delivered over one year, facilitates suitable adults in acquiring the necessary qualifications for employment in the area of healthcare in residential and non- residential settings.

Colaiste Eoin TY students collaborated with Colaiste Ide on a project which looked into measures to adopt in circumstances of extreme weather conditions.

Due to the inclement weather, our enrolment day set for Thursday 1st of March has been postponed to Thursday 15th of March.

Colaiste Ide's mission statement is available to read on this page.

The full list of college facilities including labs, rooms, sports facilities & studios is available on this page.

All courses are certified by the FETAC and / or by the relevant Professional and Examining Bodies. The full list is availalable on this page.

A learner can use their QQI award to progress to further and higher education using the links scheme.

Industry Links are achieved through Student Award Scheme, Job Placement, Course Development and Review, Chamber of Commerce membership, Staff Training for Employers and Guest Lecturers.

The centre caters for the several groups and provides the necessary training equipment, software and materials needed. More information on this page

Links to Universities, Institutes of Technology, Other Colleges, and Other Educational Links.

There are no Course Fees, however, all students will still be liable for the payment of all examination and certification fees and charges for membership of professional bodies, where applicable.

The college welcomes applications from persons with disability. It is the policy of the college to foster an inclusive education provision for all.

Enrolement is subject to availability of places, suitability at interview, examination results, order of acceptance of offer, order of applications.

Please bring the following to interview: GNIB Card Letter from the Department of Justice Equality and Law Reform outlining your permission to remain in the state Passport / Marriage Certificate, etc.

You should bring a CV, portfolio of work, projects, essays, references, PPS number, and samples of artwork where relevant.

Offers of places are made in May. You may request an application form from September. Return your application form at least ten days prior to the interview day.

The council consists of representatives elected by the student body from each class group within the college.

Counsellors provide support with career choices, personal issues, study support and problem solving.

The building is disability friendly and part of the City of Dublin ETB disability network.

Available student services include disability support, career guidence, and student council.

Contact details for key members of Colaiste Ide staff are available here.

This course aims to provide the successful graduates with the opportunity to gain entry into Physiotherapy courses in a range of universities in Europe

This innovative programme, facilitating Level-6 entry, has been designed to immerse the learner in an environment of health awareness conducive to academic excellence. Students are schooled in the principles of best-practice across a broad spectrum of modules related to healthcare, fitness and physical activity. Specifically tailored as an access programme for third level studies, successful graduates may apply for advanced entry to a number of Degree Programmes.

This course is aimed at individuals with a keen interest in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. This innovative Level-6 QQI certified programme is specifically tailored as an access programme for third level studies.

A new Games Development award is in the pipeline, with the potential for progression to Groningen University in the Netherlands.

These are some of our 2015/2016 Physiotherapy students who have all received college places in London, Scotland, Ireland and The Netherlands.

Sports students hard at work in Colaiste Ide.

This course gives students the academic, physical, technical, tactical & psychological knowledge necessary for the demands as a student athlete with particular emphasis on soccer coaching.  Many past students have gained lucrative soccer scholarships to the USA.

The art, fashion and textiles class had a very successful workshop with the textile artist Inge Vandoorsan.

Pre-University Science, Physical Education and Coaching, Forensics Applied Science, Human Health Performance, Horticulture, Health Service Skills, Food Science, Pre-University Physiotherapy, Early Childhood Care and Education.

Colaiste Ide Beauty therapy students enjoying an Inglot Makeup masterclass demonstration by professional Makeup artists Gillian and Jodie.

The Childcare Level 5 is a one-year programme and it facilitates students in acquiring qualifications for employment opportunities in the area of childcare and as Classroom Assistant or Special Needs Assistant.

Students from the Level-5 Pre-University Art course produced some great work across two workshops this month.

Colaiste Ide would like to thank four fifth year students from Colaiste Eoin.

Visiting lecturer Vivian Hansbury gave a workshop in sculptural techniques to the art and fashion classes.

Pre-university Physiotherapy Level 6 students travelled to Hanze University of Applied Science, Groningen, in the Netherlands before the Christmas break.

Safe Horticultural Practice, Plant Identification, Care and Maintenance, Communications, Information Technology Skills, Growing Vegetables, Horticultural Science, Horticultural Tools and Equipment

Students from Colaiste Ide’s Pre-University Science course attended DIT’s College of Sciences and Health Further Education Open Day.

Health Promotion Week at Colaiste Ide CFE.  Be sure to partake in the activities throughout the week..

Colaiste Ide Sports staff and students participating in a variety of outdoor team buildign activites in Baltinglass Outdoor Education and Training Centre. 

Salon 47 is now open on Monday from 2-4pm and Wed 1-3pm.

Well done to all the Healthcare Level 6 students who created numerous health promotion stands and provided leaflets and information on a wide range of health related topics.

Well done to all the Health & Physical Activity Health Promotion teams who provided excellent information across the various stands throughout the college.

Over the February Midterm break, the catering students visited the Catex Exhibition at the RDS where suppliers and chefs meet annually to discuss innovations within the industry and competitions are held between various colleges and professionals.

Level 6 classes 8421 and 9221 are currently in the midst of running their Culinary Events in the restaurant in the college. These events have specific themes as chosen by each class team such as Around The World in 60 Minutes, Alice in Wonderland, Taste of Asia and Tex-Mex.

Colaiste Ide students who are currently on Erasmus work placement attended the Good Friday Procession in Valletta, Malta. 

Students from Coláiste Íde's Art Portfolio Preparation course, and those of the Fashion Design Portfolio Preparation course (both QQI Level 5), are feeling the flush of success this week, as they begin their Erasmus+ work placements in Florence, Italy.

We wish you all the best in your exams.  Click here study tips!

Well done to the Healthcare Level 5 students who completed practical training for the Nursing Theory and Practice module.

A big congrats to the successful candidates from the Sports course who worked hard and successfully passed their Lifeguard exam.

The Games students have produced a range of Games in both 2D and 3D environments.    Click here for further information...

Minister for Education & Skills Richard Bruton launched the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship programme at our Dublin Headquarters.

Places still available on Security Studies course... Who should apply?.. Those who are considering a career in the Private Security Industry or preparing for entry to An Garda Siochanna, other police forces, Prison Service or Armed/Naval Service. Have you an interest in understanding why people commit crimes and the laws that affect our everyday lives?

Welcome to Colaiste Ide! Induction for new students to the college is taking place from Monday 11th August until Wednesday the 13th.

Be sure to adopt an effective approach to study in order to make the most of the year.  Click here for study tips...

Students had the opportunity to join a range of clubs and sign up for various activities...

Places available on a range of part-time courses.  Keep your welfare payments while studying...

Annual CDETB Zombie Fun 5 km Walk/Run in aid of Peter McVerry Run will take place this Thursday 26th October

Colaiste Ide Sports Students trip to Adventure Centre..

Our next Open Day is on Tuesday the 5th of December from 1-4 pm.  Take the day as an opportunity to talk to teachers & current students, gain insight into the college and courses on offer, etc

The Travel & Tourism students went on a day trip to Glendalough & Kilkenny Castle.

The Health Services Supervisory Management Level 6 students completed a Disability Awareness programme and attended a Dementia Friendly Play.

Colaiste Ide CFE relaunches its Soccer Course...

Letter from Stephen Beattie of Cork City FC...

The Soccer course not only looks at physical and technical aspects of soccer but also the theory of teamwork and the practical elements involved in a collaborative context..

Well done to two of our Colaiste Ide beauty students Lisa Tsang and Anna Keane who spent the day doing manicure treatments in Dundrum shopping centre.

Meal Service, Comunications, Kitchen Skills, Short Order Cooking, Customer Service, Word Processing, Work Experience, Teamworking

Colaiste Ide are running a new Culinary Apprenticeship programme...

Past students of Pre-University Physiotherapy have gained entry to a wide range of Irish, UK and European Colleges. These include RCSI, DCU and ITT within Ireland..

The Colaiste Ide Travel & Tourism students visited the Academy of Aviation in Dublin Airport.

This course gives the Trainee the key skills, knowledge and competencies to pursue a career in the Male Grooming industry.

Coláiste Íde are delighted to have 15 of our courses now available to be accessed on the CAO platform.

We want to acknowledge the hard work of the Catering students and the Colaiste Ide Homeless Outreach Team.

Colaiste Ide Sports students complete Lifeguarding as part of their programme of study.  The National Aquatic Center are hiring Lifeguards. Email your CV to recruitment@nationalsportscampus.ie.

We are delighted to have our Darkroom back up and running..

Visual Merchandising project at Fashion Department..

The National Sports Campus currently have positions available. Colaiste Ide Sports students undertake a wide range of modules and activities in preperation for employment in the Health & Fitness industry.

100% success, we are so delighted and proud of our Art & Fashion students, all of whom were offered places at DIT.

Graduates are enabled to pursue honours degree programmes in a number of colleges and universities in Ireland, the UK and the Netherlands. Click here to read past students testimonials.

We are now enrolling for our Part-time courses starting September 2018. These programmes are aimed primarily at early school leavers and will allow you to keep your social welfare payments.

The Health-care students recently completed various practical nursing assessments.

Secure your place in Science.

We've been tremendously gratified to see testimonials published by two of last years past pupils Sadb Molloy and Shauna McCabe. Congratulations on your achievement!

This unique course is a response to the Wellness revolution that has captured the sport and leisure world. The health & fitness industry is constantly developing and changing with mind/body forms of training and meditation centred ideologies becoming increasingly popular.

This unique course is a response to the Wellness revolution that has captured the sport and leisure world. The health & fitness industry is constantly developing and changing with mind/body forms of training and meditation centred ideologies becoming increasingly popular.

Various charitable initiatives for numerous causes were planned, organised and delivered by Colaiste Ide students over the past few weeks.

Mr John Lonergan (Former Mountjoy Governor) dropped into Colaiste Ide...

Admissions Policy, Guidelines for Online Classes, Anti-Bullying Policy, Child Safeguarding Statement, College Code of Behaviour and Disciplinary Policy, College Disability Supports, College Pastoral Care Structures - College Student Supports, Privacy Notice for Students, Data Protection, Additional Child Protection Guidelines.

This traineeship gives the learner the key skills, knowledge and competencies to pursue careers in the beauty and wellness industry. 

This course gives the Trainee the key skills, knowledge and competencies to pursue a career in the Airline Industry acquiring skills to work in the areas of ground handling, check-in, cabin crew and baggage handling.

The Colaiste Ide Culinary students operate a range of themed restaurants throughout the course of their study. Themes include a diverse range of concepts from Disney, Carnival and a Food Festival theme to Hawaiian Luau, Mexican, Asian and a range of other appealing themes from around the world.

This innovative programme, facilitating Level-6 entry, has been designed to immerse the learner in an environment of health awareness conducive to academic excellence. Students are schooled in the principles of best-practice across a broad spectrum of modules related to healthcare, fitness and physical activity. Specifically tailored as an access programme for third level studies, successful graduates may apply for advanced entry to a number of Degree Programmes.

Click here to gain insight into the experience from some of our past students.

Avail of Training and Certification opportunities for your employees on a range of QQI modules at Level 4 & 5 in the following areas - Childcare, Healthcare, Catering, Hospitality, Beauty, IT, Business, Leisure & Sport.

As Principal of Colaiste Ide, I am so proud that so many of our students have today been given CAO offers which..

JEAN FITZGERALD principal of Colaiste Ide today extended an invitation to all post Leaving Cert students to interview and apply for the wide range of high quality, well respected courses the college has to offer..

If you need help with assignments, formatting, layout, harvard referencing, powerpoint, etc. A range of weekly workshops will be running in the Study Skills Centre.

The Erasmus programme is an EU funded programme that organises student exchanges. Each exchange is designed to enable the student to gain valuable international experience in a programme specific context. Students will get the opportunity to go abroad. 

Skills To Advance, Study Skills Centre, Open Learning Centre, Education & Training for People with Disability.

Earn while you learn with the Accounting Technician Apprenticeship, delivered this September by Accounting Technicians Ireland in conjunction with Colaiste Ide. If you are a school-leaver or a mature student considering a career in Accountancy, then this programme could be the perfect route for you. You will work with a local business or practice four days a week in large or small accountancy practices, service firms and industry employers who are taking on students as apprentices.

The Commis Chef Apprenticeship is the starting point for a career as a professional chef. It’s a formal structured two year education and training programme incorporating periods of off-the job knowledge and skills development in a college or centre and work-based knowledge and skills development in an approved hotel or restaurant kitchen.

We offer a range of programmes which place significant emphasis on the integration of industrial experience throughout the course.

Leaving Cert parents: Forget about points and keep focus on daily tasks.

Concentrating on the here and now can help keep longer-term anxieties in proportion. 

“Forget about points, don’t waste energy fretting about future events and focus on the tasks your teachers set you each week and day.”

Colaiste Ide provides an opportunity for you to investigate your interest in Forensics and Investigative Sciences. The study of Forensics, Criminal Law and Criminology is an excellent preparation for application to An Garda Siochana, the Defence Forces, forensic science laboratories and the State Laboratory.

Colaiste Ide is offering an innovative Pre-University Level 5 Human Health Performance Programme starting September 2020. This course has been designed in conjunction with universities, based upon the QQI entry requirements for science-based degrees.

We offer traineeship programmes in Personal and Athletic Group Training and Sports & Recreation.

What a fabulous Open Day we had yesterday. Thank you to everyone who dropped by and all those who helped out. Big congratulations to Emily White too, who won our Share/Like our Open Day post and picks up a €50 One4All voucher

New online payments system now available. Coláiste Íde & City of Dublin ETB (CDETB) can accept payments online for fees and other charges. Please see below a list of Terms and Conditions that should be read carefully in advance of using the online payment facility. You can also view these terms and conditions on the CDETB website.

Overview of student supports available within the college

Gareth Plunkett, has been awarded Higher Education Scholarships for Adult Learners from Registered Charity Uversity

Are you interested in a traineeship with Dublin City Council? 3 days in Colaiste Ide Finglas - 2 days onsite in a Dublin City Council Sports and Fitness Centre. National Lifeguard Award + ITEC level 2 Fitness Instruction Cert + QQI level 5 Component Cert.

Find out more about our College & Courses with our Course Presentations, Videos, Student Interviews, Further Education, Progression Routes & Career Options, on all our courses, Frequently Asked Questions, Career Guidance Service, Study Skills Support & Blended Learning & Student Stories

The above one-year programme facilitates suitable adults in acquiring qualifications for employment opportunities in the area of healthcare as healthcare assistants or in residential and non-residential settings.

Computer Applications, Information Technology Skills, Mathematics, Guarding Skills, Door Security Procedures, Communications, Personal & Professional Development, Teamworking

This one of a kind course aims to offer the learner an insight into the diverse environment that is the Irish Dance Global Industry. It offers qualifications to enable students to contribute to the varied job opportunities that are available worldwide within the industry.

Are you interested in becoming a personal/group trainer - 3 days in Colaiste Ide Finglas - 2 days in Gym of your choice - Diploma Personal Training ITEC level 3 + QQI level 6 comp cert

Download a PDF Guide on Logging into your MIT eNROL Account and Paying Fees

Contact Denise Ward (086 0614337), or Sinead Walsh (sinead.walsh@ide.cdetb.ie) directly to discuss your next step now

Coláiste Ide is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in education. The college has established a Multidisciplinary Support Team as part of its Pastrol Care Programme. This team will work with learners, senior management and all teaching staff.

We are so proud of all of our wonderful students, for who you are & what you achieved this year. Congratulations on your Graduation and enjoy the pics!

Our hands-on and practical Horticulture course is designed to provide the skills and knowledge needed to work in the dynamic and developing Horticulture sector. Students will study areas such as Plant Identification, Plant Science, Soil Management and Fruit & Veg Production. Students on this course are assisted with work experience placements.

One-year professional programme facilitates suitable Deaf students in acquiring the qualifications necessary for employment in the healthcare sector in a variety of roles. ISL interpreters support students and staff on this programme.

Exciting News!! Coláiste Íde have today officially launched their collaboration with Sky Handling Partner who are the ground handling agents in Dublin Airport. Click here to see our video with all the details.

Colaiste Ide in partnership with Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) have responded to the need for how people can prepare themselves for entry to an Accounting Technicians Apprenticeship, and a future career in accountancy. 

We have created this innovative Pre Apprenticeship Pathways programme, which will be taught on site in Colaiste Ide, or if necessitated can be fully taught online until completion.