Proud Cork students celebrate graduation from esteemed education programme

Irish Independent

21-06-2025

The graduates completed their QQI level 4, which is equivalent to the Leaving Certificate, as part of the Cork College of Further Education and Training's (CCFET) collaboration with Youthreach.
Family, friends and Youthreach staff were there to celebrate the students' qualification, which will allow them to progress into further education or directly into the work force.
During the academic year CCFET and Youthreach centres provided students with opportunities to sample potential courses and access to open days and year-long support.
The main objective of the collaboration is to familiarise Youthreach students with CCFET resources and campuses to make transitioning to further education and training campuses easier.
Mr Denis Leamy, chief executive of Cork Education and Training Board, said the student's graduation was not just about academic achievement.
"It is a powerful reflection of the resilience, talent, and determination of our Youthreach graduates,' Mr Leamy stated.
'Your success demonstrates the transformative impact of Further Education and Training in opening up real-world opportunities, whether in apprenticeships, college, or the workforce.
'We are immensely proud of these young people and of the dedicated staff and partners who support them on their journey to lifelong learning and meaningful careers.'