Guidance in St David's College refers to a range of learning experiences, provided in a developmental sequence, that assist students to develop self-management skills which will lead o effective choices and decisions about their lives. It encompasses the three separate but interlinked areas:
1. Personal Guidance & Counselling
Counselling is a key part of the school guidance programme and is offered on an individual or group basis as part of a developmental learning process and at moments of personal crisis. Counselling provides a listening support to issues that may arise in a students home, social or school life. Meetings with parents and maintaining strong links with outside agencies is a very important part of the role.
2. Vocational Guidance & Counselling
Working with students to support their own individual career search including CAO application, PLC applications, apprenticeship applications, scholarships, funding and interview preparation.
3. Educational Guidance & Counselling
Supports students during key transition periods in their post primary education, transition from primary to secondary school, subject choices, TY journey and progression to 3rd level and a students chosen career path.
Subject Choice at Senior Cycle
There are lots of factors to consider when choosing your subjects for Leaving Cert so it's important to do your research and make an informed decision.
Students must study 3 core subjects (unless exempt)
- Irish
- English
- Maths
Students must then select 4 additional subjects from the list below:
| Humanities Group |
History |
French |
German |
| Social Group |
Geography |
Physical Education |
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| Business Group |
Business |
Accounting |
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| Science Group |
Biology |
Chemistry |
Physics |
| Artistic & Creative Group |
Art |
Music |
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| Practical Group |
Construction Studies |
Engineering |
Design Communications & Graphics |
Please take time to watch our video 'Guide to Choosing Subjects' designed and created by past pupil Josh Henvey.
Thanks to all senior cycle teachers and students for their contribution and in particular to K Reid and J Dunne.
Important Career Links
Programmes which address guidance issues within the curriculum
● Social, Personal and Health Education
● Relationships and Sexuality Education
● Religious Education
● Wellbeing Classes at junior cycle
● Transition year Programmes (Careers, Meditation and Social Skills Development)
● Work experience in TY, LCA and 5th year
Careers Fair 2020
