Leaving Cert Subjects
Leaving Cert | Leaving Cert Applied (LCA)
Practical Group
These subjects are 'hands-on' and involve working with tools and machinery on physical things like wood, metals and plastic. They may involve designing, planning and building things.
Science Group
These subjects demonstrate how to explore nature using carefully planned methods, and teach the basic methods and findings of scientific investigation.
Artistic & Creative Group
These subjects involve developing creativity and the appreciation of the work of others. This involves learning the methods and techniques of the subject and producing your own work using these skills.
Humanities Group
These subjects explore the ways in which humans live and communicate in the world. Human life is examined by looking at our past, our present and into our future. These subjects help people to express themselves clearly and develop their reasoning ability.
Social Group
These subjects explore common issues faced by all people living in society. They develop the skills and knowledge used to manage personal resources and guide human behaviour.
Billy Larkin, Logistics Coordinator
What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?
I studied art in school and later in college purely because I had a talent for it and because I did not know what else to do at the time. In hindsight I feel like I would have been well suited for Programming or something else IT based but I'm happy I did study Art as it has provided me with skills I use regularly such as critical thinking.
Cally O’Leary, AIB Branch Retail Manager
What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?
My leaving cert subjects included Business, Biology, Home Ecc, German then Irish English and Maths.
I chose subjects that I enjoyed the most. Business definitely helped me in the role I am in today. At the time I didn’t really know what I wanted to do so I went with what I enjoyed most. I don’t think I would have changed any of my subject choices or done anything differently.
Nicola O'Higgins, Fishmonger
What subjects did you take in school and how have these influenced your career path?
I left school before my Leaving Certificate, which I would not advise. I worked hard at everything I did and constantly tried to up my game.
I would advise to never take no for an answer, to get your foot in the door and work your way to where you want to go. My son is now twenty and is in college and he got great advice from career guidance in school.