This page provides information regarding City of Dublin ETBs support and services available to those affected by the war in Ukraine.
CDETB stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people at this extremely difficult time. CDETB advocates for an immediate and peaceful end to the conflict. We extend our support at this dark hour to students and staff from the Ukrainian community across the CDETB family as they anxiously await word from friends and family fleeing their homes.
We commend members of our Russian community at home and abroad who are supporting peace. CDETB is a learning community with strong and proud European ties and appeals to any groups or individuals who can offer support to Ukraine to do so.
CDETB is continuously exploring what additional help and resources can be offered and this page will be updated regularly to reflect this.
UKRAINE@CDETB.IE
We have established a dedicated email address – Ukraine@cdetb.ie . This address is a direct point of contact for any person affected by the conflict who wishes to seek our assistance / services as the state education authority for Dublin city.
FREE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES
Free, part-time, English Language classes are available for Ukrainian Ayslum Seekers and Refugees (up to 6 hours a week). Follow the link to find classes near you – https://bit.ly/EnglishlanguageSept
TYPES OF EDUCATION WE OFFER
2nd Level Schools, Ages 12 – 18 Years , Fulltime
Our 2nd level schools provide secondary education for students from 12 to 18 years old. All our schools follow the national curriculum in Junior Cycle and Senior Cycle. Learners who come to Ireland without fluency in the English language, will be offered additional language classes and support, as well as participating in a range of other curricular subjects.
Some of our schools may have places available, so please contact them directly (see list on link below).
Second Level Schools | City of Dublin Education & Training Board (etb.ie)
Youthreach, Ages 16 – 21 Years, Fulltime
Courses last from 1 to 2 years, although it can be flexible, depending on your individual needs. Learners can concentrate on a core training area of your choice but basic subjects, such as English, maths and life skills, are generally covered by all trainees. Courses are free and trainees receive a weekly allowance.
Further Education & Training, Ages 16 +, Fulltime
Further Education courses are usually of one or two years in duration. They are open to those with a Leaving Certificate or an equivalent qualification. Some courses require a basic level in English and Maths and/or in school subjects to submit a portfolio of work. Many courses start in September however some training courses are available with different starting times.
Adult Education, Ages 18+, Part Time
CDETB Adult Education Service provides an open, accessible, welcoming environment where you will find programmes that meet your individual needs. Programmes are provided within CDETB centres and in community settings that have been developed in cooperation with a wide range of partners. Courses are low cost or free, one to one or small groups with a choice of times and venues to suit the needs of the adult learner with day and evening learning sessions available. Courses include: Basic literacy courses in English, ESOL, or English for Speakers of Other Languages, which incorporates communicative language techniques for mixed levels and uses cross-cultural approaches that recognise a learner’s other languages/cultures.
Adult Education Guidance Service
The aim of the Adult Education Guidance Initiative (AEGI) is to provide a quality adult educational guidance service to students attending literacy and adult and community education programmes in the five Adult Education Areas.
CDYSB Youth Services
City of Dublin Youth Services funds a range of Youth Groups and Clubs across Dublin City. For more information please email info@cdysb.cdetb.ie or visit our website – CDYSB – City Of Dublin Youth Service Board
STUDENT & STAFF WELFARE
We have people of both Ukrainian and Russian nationality working and studying in the CDETB extended family.
Students who feel they require any assistance at this time are asked to contact their direct tutor or email ukraine@cdetb.ie.
Staff may avail of confidential support from the CDETB Employee Assistance Programme.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
In terms of making donations, it is important that we are following the advice of the experts. For instance, the Irish Red Cross is now advising the public not to send goods for donation. Those who wish to contribute financially can donate to appropriate organisations such as:
UNHCR – https://donate.unhcr.org/int/en/ukraine-emergency-wpp-emg
ICRC – https://www.icrc.org/en/donate/ukraine
UNICEF – https://www.unicef.ie/donate/ukraine/?ch=bl#1
City of Dublin ETB stands with Ukraine #StandWithUkraine.
Contact ukraine@cdetb.ie for asssitance.
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