Adult Education

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An Cosán provides people of all ages with pathways to learning, leadership and social enterprise.

We offer a variety of affordable short and accessible programmes from entry level unaccredited through to a range of accredited options at various levels to suit the stage that’s right for you.

Our programmes include modules in early years education and care, wellness, parenting, personal and professional development, community development, leadership, addiction studies and social enterprise.  Our programmes fall under three main levels:

Take a look at our current Adult Education Calendar!

For details of the Access and Further Education courses for which we are currently enrolling, click here.

Steps to Apply and Key Dates

Step 1 - Attend an Online Open Day Information Session

Taking place on the first Friday of every month at 11am, all you have to do is register in advance at www.bit.ly/AnCosanOpenDays

You will hear from members of the An Cosán team about our programmes, what you require and what supports are available. We hope to answer all your questions!

  • We will send you a Zoom link and brief instructions on how to join on the day of your session
  • You will need access to a smart phone / laptop and internet to access this online session
  • If access to technology is a barrier, or if you are unable to attend one of the dates listed, please get in touch by contacting a member of our team directly on email courses@ancosan.ie or phone 01 – 462 8488 and we will be happy to make alternative arrangements.

Step 2 - Review Financial Supports

We know going to college can be an exciting but also expensive experience. We also know one of the biggest barriers people face in accessing education is financial. An Cosán offers phased payment options and has a small Bursary Fund available for individual learners.

We have also put together a Guide to Financial Supports which you may be eligible to apply for >> https://www.ancosan.ie/financial-supports/

Step 3 - Register for Your Programme

To register for Access/ Further Education: click here to complete your online Application Form at least one week before the course start date.

To register for a Higher Education Programme, please complete the following two steps:

  1. Click here to complete your online Application Form
  2. Click here to complete your online Letter of Application

Completion of both is essential in order for your application to be reviewed.

Early registration is advised as places are limited.

Higher Education Application Deadlines:

Applications for our BA degree programmes starting in September 2022 are now closed. We will be accepting applications for September 2023 in Spring 2023. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates.

Minor Awards: 3 weeks prior to start date

If you have any queries or difficulties completing the application process, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing courses@ancosan.ie or by phoning 01 – 462 8488.

We will be happy to assist you.

Step 4 - Your Application is Reviewed / Applicant Interview

Higher Education applicants may be invited to attend an online interview via Zoom. These interviews will take place 6 – 10 June 2022.

Step 5 - Offer of place

An Cosán makes an offer to successful applicants. This year’s offers will be made on 17 June 2022.

Step 6 - Applicant secures place

To secure a place, successful applicant pays Deposit and returns completed Fee Payment Plan Agreement by 22 July 2022.

Unsecured places will be reallocated to people on the waiting list following Friday 22 July.

Step 7 - Start your Programme

For Higher Education Programmes:
The 2022/2023 academic calendar year will start on 5 September 2022 and will run until June 2023.

For Access and Further Education Programmes:
Start dates vary with most courses commencing in September. However, learners are welcome to join Access courses during the year, if there is space in their chosen class(es).

It is also possible to start Further Education modules during the year, subject to availability.

Please email courses@ancosan.ie with any queries you may have, or telephone 01 462 8488 during office hours.

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