Tá áthas ar Bhord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin (CMETB) a fhógairt go bhfuil conarthaí sínithe acu chun scoil nua a thógáil do Ghaelscoil Lorgan i mBaile na Lorgan. Léiríonn an chloch mhíle shuntasach seo tús le tionscadal spreagúil ina dtógfar bunscoil úrscothach ocht seomra ranga. Sa scoil […]

Tá cúrsa nua seolta ag Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin (CMETB), i gcomhpháirtíocht leis an tSeirbhís Bhuiséadta agus Chomhairle Airgid (MABS), dar teideal “Managing the Sustainable Home.” Bhí ócáid seolta oifigiúil ar siúl Déardaoin, 29 Lúnasa, i Lárleabharlann Mhic Eoin, An Cabhán. Chruthaigh CMETB agus MABS, i […]

Cuireann Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin (ETB) fáilte roímh daoine áitiúla a bhfuil suim acu ann, iarratas a chur isteach chun freastal ar. Bhord Bainistíochta Choláiste OiriallTá líofacht sa Ghaeilge riachtanach. Iarratais i scríbhinn chuig an té atá sínithe thíos. Is é Dé hAoine 25 Deireadh Fómhair, […]

Le déanaí d’óstáil Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin (CMETB), i gcomhpháirtíocht leis an Oifig Fiontair Áitiúil (LEO), an Roinn Coimirce Sóisialaí (RCS), agus Scileanna Réigiúnacha, dhá Thaispeántas Fostaíochta agus Oiliúna ar éirigh thar barr leo in Óstán Kilmore sa Chabhán agus in Institiúid Mhuineacháin. Mheall na himeachtaí […]

Tá Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna an Chabháin agus Mhuineacháin (CMETB) tar éis Gradaim Sain Chuspóra (SPAanna) Leibhéal a hAon agus Leibhéal a Dó (ESOL) a sheoladh ag ócáid seolta náisiúnta a bheidh ar siúl in Óstán an Cavan Crystal Dé Máirt 04 Meitheamh. . Is garsprioc mhór é an tionscnamh […]

Roghnaíodh cúigear mac léinn fiontraíoch ó Choláiste Dún an Rí le hionadaíocht a dhéanamh ar Éirinn ag Corn an Domhain mór le rá SAGE (Student Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship) i dTóiceo, an tSeapáin, ag taispeáint a n-aireagán úrnua: an bosca bruscair RUST (Rubbish, Utilization, Sorting Technology). Thosaigh aistear na mac […]

Election of Staff Representatives to Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board 2024

Following the 2024 Staff Election process, the following staff representatives are now duly elected to the new Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board without the need for a poll:

Female: Lorraine Fealy
Teacher
Coláiste an Inbhir

Male: Colm McCormick
Teacher
Coláiste Achadh an […]

CMETB’s Community Education and Adult Literacy Graduation took place in the Garage Theatre in Monaghan’s Education Campus on Thursday the 11th of October. Deirdre Byrne, Adult Education Officer with CMETB, welcomed everyone and highlighted the difference Adult Education course can make to the lives of learners- giving them endless possibilities.

Cllr […]

On Friday 27 October, Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) welcomed Minister Heather Humphreys TD (Minister for Rural and Community Development and Minister for Social Protection) to Ballybay Community College to officially open the new school extension, which was completed in 2023.

Minister Humphreys was welcomed to Ballybay Community […]

The National Apprenticeship Awards 2023 for apprentices in Cavan, Monaghan, Louth and Meath were held in the Fairways Hotel, Dundalk on Friday 03 November 2023.

The event was hosted by Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) in partnership with Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) and presented […]

Pictured Back row L-R: Matthew Dooley (Abbey Machinery) Aidan Burke (Jungheinrich) Christopher Gibson (Combilift) Gavin Kealy (Jungheinrich) John Heffernan (Tanco) Jason Kierans (Combilift) Front row L-R: John Pomeroy (GEON Engineering) Jake Dunne (Turmec) Caoimhe Dennehy (Dennehy’s Garden Machinery) Alana Kernan (Combilift) Dean Tobin (Keenan Alltech) Aaron Dunphy (Dennison Trailers) Missing […]

As we approach the end of another busy year, the CMETB Employer Services team reflect on the achievements of the past twelve months. It has been a year filled with growth, progression, and commitment to professional development for many local Companies in the Monaghan and Cavan region. One of the […]

A young Syrian Man is working towards his dream job as a computer engineer and has a lot to say about his journey to get him to where he is.

Mohamad Marza is in Year 2 of his 4-year Degree in DCU studying Computer Science.

Mohamad arrived in Ireland in 2017 at […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board invites interested local persons/organisations to apply to serve on the following committees:

• Music Generation Committee
• Creative Arts Youth Committee

Those involved in Music, Creative Arts, Youth Services and representatives of voluntary/community Music, Creative Arts, Youth groups are especially required, but all applicants will […]

Berni Power, Director of Organisation Support and Development (OSD) has retired from Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) following a 44-year career.

Hailing from Kilnagarbet, Tullyco, Co Cavan, Ms. Power embarked on her career journey with Cavan Vocational Education Committee (VEC) in April 1978, immediately after completing her schooling.

Commencing […]

The highly anticipated AONTAS Adult Learners Festival is set to make a triumphant return from March 4th to the 8th, bringing a wave of excitement to promote Adult Learning nationwide. This annual festival, dedicated to celebrating adult and community education, and make learning accessible to everyone, will feature a myriad […]

CMETB have launched a new podcast, “The Journey Podcast,” which aims to inspire and support individuals on their path to Further Education and Training (FET). The podcast delves into the personal stories of learners, shedding light on their triumphs, challenges, and the barriers they overcame to achieve success.

Hosted by CMETB […]

The provision of English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is crucial for the integration of migrant learners into Ireland. Among these learners presenting to the ESOL services across the country are highly educated professionals seeking to enhance their English skills, alongside those who lack the most basic literacy skills. […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) is delighted to announce the official opening of the new premises for Carrickmacross Youthreach Centre.

The centre was officially opened on Friday 22 March by CMETB Chairperson, Cllr. PJ O’Hanlon alongside Chairperson of the Youthreach Board Cllr. Clifford Kelly and CMETB Chief Executive, […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has announced the appointment of Ms. Karen McBride as its new Director of Organisation Support and Development (OSD), succeeding Ms. Berni Power, who retired in February 2024.

Hailing from Monaghan, Karen has been a part of the ETB since 2018, initially serving as […]

CMETB Further Education and Training (FET) Service are pleased to participate on Mental Health Ireland’s Hello How Are You’ campaign by organising several ‘Walk and Talk’ events across our FET Services.

Hello, How Are You? is a campaign about connection and engaging in open conversations about mental health. The campaign asks […]

CMETB Youth Services are delighted to announce that the Local Youth Club Grant Scheme is now open and local volunteer led youth groups are invited to apply online for funding via https://cmetb.submit.com/show/10

The Local Youth Club Grant Scheme is provided by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration […]

A Deep Ravine: Reflections on a Divided Ireland as part of The Decade of Centenaries 2023

In a momentous celebration of cultural collaboration, Music Generation Cavan/Monaghan proudly presented ‘A Deep Ravine: Reflections on a Divided Ireland,’ a musical suite performed by over 100 young musicians from border counties.

This unique event served […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, clergy and the people of the Diocese of Clogher on the passing of Bishop Emeritus Liam MacDaid.

Bishop Liam was a highly respected educator in the Diocese of Clogher, and his profound impact within the […]

The CMETB Careers Fair made a triumphant return on Tuesday, 14 November 2023, at The Slieve Russell Hotel, Cavan.

Following a short hiatus due to the pandemic, the event returned bigger than ever, delivering a jam-packed experience for the approx. 1,500 students in attendance.

The primary objective of the Careers Fair was […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) hosted an Employer and Apprentice Event for the launch of the new Hairdressing Facilities in Cavan Institute.

Local hairdressing employers, mentors and apprentices in the Cavan and Monaghan region attended this event ahead of embarking on the next stage of the National Hairdressing […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) Community Education and Adult Literacy Graduation took place in the Cavan Crystal Hotel on Monday 02 October. Deirdre Byrne, Adult Education Officer with CMETB, welcomed the large number of learners present to celebrate.

Cllr Clifford Kelly (Deputy Chair, CMETB Board) congratulated the many […]

Progress for Scoil Mhuire as project moves forward

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) and McKelvey Construction officially signed project contracts on Monday 17 July, in the presence of Scoil Mhuire Principal, Mr Donal Quigley and Board of Management representatives, marking a significant milestone for the construction of the […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) Youth Services recently held a presentation night allocating funding of approx. €150,000 to support local youth groups across Cavan and Monaghan.

CMETB administers these funding schemes on behalf of the Minister Roderic O Gorman and the Department for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in conjunction with Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College has launched a new Forestry Forwarder training course. The course is supported by Skills to Advance, a national initiative by SOLAS that provides upskilling and reskilling opportunities to employees in jobs as well as equip […]

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD today officially opens the new Education and Training Facility at Cavan Institute.

This is a significant investment and enhancement of training facilities in the Cavan Monaghan areas and will significantly improve the learning experience of many students in […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has become the 7^th region to launch a Local Creative Youth Partnership (LCYP) in association with the Creative Ireland Programme. The LCYP brings together resources to develop and provide out-of-school creative activities for children and young people that complement and work […]

In a recent meeting of the Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB), Councillor PJ O’Hanlon was elected as Chairperson, while Councillor Clifford Kelly was elected as the Deputy Chairperson. These pivotal appointments took place during the Board’s meeting held on Tuesday 19 September.

The new Chairperson, along with ETB […]

CMETB is committed to creating a better, more sustainable future. On the 21 September 2023, CMETB hosted a ‘Green Day’ across the ETB to promote the importance of climate action, sustainability, and energy management.

CMETB recognises that education plays a pivotal role in shaping the attitudes and behaviours of future generations. […]

On Tuesday 18 July CMETB held a retirement function at Monaghan Institute to celebrate all CMETB retirees from the past 3 years (2020, 2021 and 2022).

The event which is usually held annually was delayed due to the pandemic. CMETB Chief Executive, Dr Fiona McGrath paid tribute to each of the […]

The students, staff, Board of Management and parents of Largy College are in deep shock following the tragic accident that occurred on Monday 31 July.

Sharon Magennis, Principal of Largy College, said: “It is with profound sadness and grief that we have learned about the devastating accident that resulted in the […]

Largy College has paid tribute to students Dlava Mohammed and Kiea McCann.

Dlava Mohammed

Dlava was a student who would always have a warm smile and a gentle hello when she met you on the school corridor. Dlava’s determination shone […]

The National Tertiary Office is delighted to announce the launch of 23 new tertiary degree programmes for the academic year 2023/2024.
Established by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science in a joint initiative between the Higher Education Authority and SOLAS, the National Tertiary Office (NTO) was […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in partnership with Esker Lodge Nursing Home recently held a Launch Event highlighting a range of healthcare training programmes for the Cavan and Monaghan area. The event officially launched a new training programme for healthcare professionals to upskill, reskill and advance their […]

Schools from Cavan, Monaghan, and The Boyne Valley Flavours Region (Meath and Louth) took part in the ‘Created In Cavan’ regional final of the Schools Young Cook of the Year in Cavan Institute yesterday (Wednesday), March 15.

Teams on the day represented Inver College, Carrickmacross (Sarah Callinan and Emma […]

The OEM Engineering Apprenticeship have partnered with Irish Rail to offer the Apprenticeship programme to train prospective apprentices in the area of OEM engineering.

The OEM Engineering Apprenticeship is managed nationally by Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB).

Irish Rail are the state-owned operator of the national railway network of […]

CMETB has recently acquired two state-of-the-art lorry driving simulation systems for its Supply Chain, Logistics, and Procurement Centre of Excellence in Cavan.

These advanced simulators, expertly installed at the Further Education and Training (FET) Campus, were developed by FORUM8, a renowned Japanese company specialising in 3D Virtual Reality Simulation. The installation […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training board (CMETB) hosted a number of Virtual Reality Welding Workshops for several Monaghan Secondary Schools in Monaghan Institute.

The main goal with Virtual Reality Welding is to optimise the welding expertise and improve performance. Students completed welding tasks thus simulating the physical movements of welding […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) and Broomfield Construction, last week, officially signed project contracts in the presence of Gaelscoil Eois principal, Laura Nic Grianna and Board of Management representatives, marking a significant milestone for the construction of the new school in Clones.

The partnership between CMETB and Broomfield […]

CMETB had 7 projects shortlisted for the ETB Excellence Awards which celebrate Excellence across Education and Training within the ETB sector nationally. The award ceremony took place on Thursday 2nd March in Croke Park with awards presented by ETB Heroes and special guest RTE newscaster Ray Kennedy.

Congratulations to the shortlisted […]

Pictured above: Martin Ngoyi receives the Jason Donohoe Memorial Award from Siobhan Donohue

CMETB Adult Education held its graduation ceremony on Tuesday 4th October 2022 in the Cavan Crystal Hotel.

CMETB Community Education and Adult Literacy Graduation took place in the Garage Theatre in Monaghan’s Education Campus on Thursday the 04th of October.

Deirdre Byrne, Adult Education Officer with CMETB, welcomed everyone and explained how delighted she was to have all learners back for the first Graduation since 2019.

Cllr Carmel Brady, […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board today has published its Gender Pay Gap Report for 2022. The Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 requires organisations to report on their hourly gender pay gap across a range of metrics.

The gender pay gap is the difference in the average hourly wage […]

CMETB and LMETB 2023 National Apprenticeship Graduation

The National Apprenticeship Awards 2023 for apprentices in Cavan, Monaghan, Louth and Meath were held in the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan on Friday 27th January.

The event was hosted by Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board’s Learner Voice Initiative 2022/23 commenced in December 2022 with the circulation of the annual Learner Survey. All registered Further Education and Training (FET) learners were invited to complete the survey and when the survey closed in late January, 760 responses had been received. […]

CMETB Youth Services’ are delighted to launch a funding initiative for the integration of young person’s fleeing the war in Ukraine

The Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth secured funding with respect to the integration of young person’s receiving permission to remain having fled the war in Ukraine. […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) Youth Services are delighted to announce funding of approx. €150,000 to support local youth groups across Cavan and Monaghan.

There are three funding streams available that are now open for applications which include the Local Youth Club Grant Scheme, the Youth Club Equipment […]

The Reach Fund 2023 (Formerly the MAEDF – Mitigating Against Educational Disadvantage Fund)

CMETB’s Further Education and Training (FET) Service, in conjunction with SOLAS, invites local community and youth education providers/groups to apply for funding under the REACH Fund 2023.

The aim of the Reach Fund is to provide funding to support […]

TY Young Cook of the Year Competition – Monaghan

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in partnership with Monaghan County Council and Local Enterprise Office Monaghan held a “Young Cook of the Year” competition among Secondary Schools in County Monaghan.

The final, which took place last week in Monaghan Institute, […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) are deeply saddened by news of the death of our esteemed board member Sean Smith.

Councillor Smith served on the board of CMETB since 2019. As a hardworking and committed public representative, he gave incredible service to his community and was […]

Music Generation Cavan/Monaghan have launched a new mobile recording studio called An Ródaí.cm.

The aim of this new mobile recording studio is to support children and young people to make and learn music in creative, diverse and inclusive ways. This recording studio will enable Music Generation to reach a much wider […]

The inaugural Awards Ceremony for Training Services Evening Courses at Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) was held on Thursday 25th August 2022 in the Errigal Hotel, Cootehill.

Over 180 guests attended the event with 110 graduates receiving their certificate of achievement in a range of subject areas such […]

At a recent meeting of the ETB Board, Councillor Carmel Brady has been elected the new Chairperson of Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB); while Councillor Aidan Campbell has been elected as Deputy Chair.

The positions were filled during the ETB meeting yesterday, Tuesday September […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in partnership with Monaghan County Council and Local Enterprise Office Monaghan are seeking a “Young Cook of the Year” among Secondary Schools in County Monaghan.

The aim of the competition is to encourage young people to explore and potentially enter a career within […]

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD has announced that the green light has been given to Cavan Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) to proceed to the next stage of a proposal for a new campus at Cavan Institute.

The project envisages a state-of-the-art […]

Pictured at Ballybay Community College L-R: Cllr. Colm Carthy (CMETB Chairperson), Rosie Croarkin (Principal, Ballybay Community College) and Dr Fiona McGrath (Chief Executive, CMETB)

CMETB are progressing their building projects to deliver additional infrastructure at schools and learning facilities across counties Cavan and Monaghan. Last year Cavan and Monaghan Education and […]

Under the Youth Capital Funding Scheme for 2022, Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) received funding from the Department of Children, Equality, Integration, Disability and Youth for a capital grant scheme for volunteer led youth clubs/groups across Cavan and Monaghan.

The Department […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) were delighted to welcome Minister Josepha Madigan – The Minister for Special Education and Inclusion – to the Official Opening of Inver College’s ASD Unit.

The new ASD unit at Inver College was officially opened by Minister Madigan on Friday 26th August. This […]

As part of a plan to tackle the rising cost of living and make learning more accessible for all, Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has announced plans to significantly reduce fees on full time courses for the new academic year. The reduction in fees applies to all […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) is delighted to formally publish the Review Report of the QQI appointed expert panel that undertook the inaugural review in November 2021. The inaugural review process afforded CMETB Further Education and Training (FET) Services the opportunity to critically reflect on and evaluate […]

In August 2021, Cavan Institute applied for and was accepted to the MS Incubator Schools programme. As part of the application process for the programme, a self-evaluation against a number of metrics was undertaken. Having completed this evaluation, key targets for improvement were identified. In September 2021, Cavan Institute’s Management […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has launched its Strategy Statement for 2022-2026. The new strategy sets out the ETB’s path over the next five years ‘to lead and deliver excellence in education and training for all’.

As the state authority for education and training in counties Cavan and […]

Discover a promising career in Science

Your Future is our Focus – Do you find it difficult to make career choices as it is a decision that can affect the rest of your life? Are you waiting for CAO offers? If you are thinking about a career in Science, Cavan and […]

The Employer Services unit of Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training board (CMETB) work closely with employers and enterprises to support them in ensuring their businesses can keep apace in an ever-changing labour environment.

CMETB Employer Services can help your business succeed by providing the support needed to develop the workforce […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has appointed Ms.Rosemary (Rosie) Croarkin as the new Principal of Ballybay Community College.

New principal, Rosemary is originally from Monaghan Town and is a former student of Beech Hill College Monaghan. She qualified as a teacher of Religion and English from Mater Dei […]

On Friday 3^rd June, Planet Youth Cavan Monaghan was officially launched at the Garage Theatre, Monaghan.

Building on the work of colleagues in the Western Region (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) who introduced Planet Youth to Ireland in 2018, the Cavan Monaghan Implementation Group introduced Planet Youth into both counties, following a […]

Green Day at CMETB

A ‘Go Green Day’ was held on Friday 13th May across the CMETB community to help raise awareness among staff and learners around what actions we can take to address Climate Change.

To mark the occasion staff wore something green on the day and took part in a […]

Is there a Youth Work Volunteer in your youth club or community who you feel deserves the recognition for the commitment they have given to young people in your area?

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) invite you to complete the Volunteer Achievement […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in partnership with Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (LCETB) recently hosted an Employers Briefing for the National Hairdressing Apprenticeship. Many local employers in the Cavan and Monaghan region attended the event.

CMETB are currently enrolling for the National Hairdressing Apprenticeship leading […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) in partnership with The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) recently held a Launch Event in the Garage Theatre, Monaghan for the new HGV Professional Driving Traineeship programme. The new Traineeship, which was created to address the shortage of drivers in the industry, […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) is delighted to announce that following the success of projects funded through the Mitigating against Educational Disadvantage Fund (MAEDF) in 2020 & 2021, CMETB has received an additional allocation for 2022.

Administered locally by CMETB on behalf of SOLAS, this fund is designed […]

In late 2021, Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) was awarded over €640,000 in funding to address educational disadvantage. This funding was allocated by SOLAS to CMETB as part of The Mitigating Against Educational Disadvantage Fund (MAEDF).

The Mitigating Against Educational Disadvantage Fund (MAEDF) aims to address educational disadvantage […]

Public Appointments Service has recommended John Kearney for appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Special Education.

The Chief Executive of Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board, Mr. John Kearney has been recommended for appointment as Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Special Education […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board is delighted to announce that the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris T.D. has confirmed that funding has been specifically earmarked to deliver a major new state-of-the-art Education Campus for Cavan Institute.

Speaking to local radio on Wednesday […]

In line with the national response by Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI), Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) are joining efforts to meet the needs of Ukrainian people as they enter Ireland.

The 16 education and training boards across the State have set up “Regional Education and Language […]

Pictured L-R: Dr Fiona McGrath (Chief Executive, CMETB), Michelle Forester (Centre Director, Tanagh Outdoor Education & Training Centre) & Councillor Colm Carthy (Chairperson, CMETB)

There are a number of exciting new developments at Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre, which will greatly enhance the range of activities available on site. A […]

The new acting Chief Executive at Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) has been confirmed as Dr Fiona McGrath.

Dr McGrath was formally appointed following a recent meeting of the ETB board. The role will be an interim one until August 2022. Fiona will officially take up her new […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board Leaving Certificate students first to engage on new Blended Leaving Certificate Polish Course

Languages Connect, Ireland’s Strategy for Foreign Languages in Education (2017-2026) recognises ‘’the need to diversify beyond current curricular languages and support the new Irish in maintaining and growing their own capacity […]

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board launch a range of new and exciting events and taster sessions to celebrate Adult Learners’ Week 2022

This year’s annual AONTAS Adult Learners’ Festival will take place from 7th – 11th March 2022.

This year’s theme is Learn Your Way – prospective learners can learn […]

5th November 2021

Department of Education Approves Grant for the Provision of Additional Accommodation at Breifne College, Cavan.

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) is delighted to announce that the Minister for Education, Norma Foley T.D. has approved an all in grant for the provision of additional accommodation at […]

The Board members of Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) held its November meeting in the Garage Theatre, Monaghan on Tuesday 16th November 2021.

During the meeting, Chief Executive of Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board, Mr. John Kearney made a presentation updating the Board regarding the recent […]

Think Languages Day 2021 at Beech Hill College and Virginia College.

November 22^nd 2021 marked Think Languages Day 2021.

There was lots of activity in Beech Hill College, Monaghan where the College welcomes a very special guest- Lithuanian Ambassador Marijus Gudynas.

Think Languages Day was also celebrated in Virginia College, Cavan.

Students from Largy College, Clones, recently enjoyed a tour of Monaghan Institute and they are looking forward to the taster courses in January 2021.

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board is delighted to have supported SOLAS in developing the Initial and Ongoing Assessment of English Language Competency of Migrant Learners in Further Education and Training– Research Report, Guidelines and Toolkit. A timely and useful resource for Education and Training Boards.

Chief Executive of Cavan […]

International Youth Day is celebrated on August 12th each year and focuses on tweens and teens and their place in society.

It is not just about protecting them, but to include them in the development of communities around the world.

The Day gives an opportunity to celebrate and mainstream young peoples’ voices, […]

During the month of October, Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board Youth Services celebrated the excellent Youth Work that is being delivered through our Youth Projects across Cavan and Monaghan.

To celebrate we showcased video snippets of our staff-led Youth Services.

Check the videos out here

Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board host ‘Standing Together’ Celebrating 3 years of Generation Apprenticeship talent and creativity

In November 2021, The Garage Theatre, hosted ‘Standing Together’ a celebration of 3 years of Generation Apprenticeship talent & creativity. Organised by SOLAS with support from the wider apprenticeship community and Cavan […]

Throughout October weekly competitions were held for a €250 voucher for Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre for the public to nominate their favourite Youth Club by telling us you think why they deserve to win the prize.

Winners Included: Mullagh Girl Guides and Virginia Scouts.

CAO inclusion of Further Education & Training, Apprenticeship “important step” towards parity of esteem

Enhanced CAO website to include all options for school leavers

From 12pm today, school leavers have visibility of their Further Education & Training (FET) and Apprenticeship options for the first time on the CAO website. Welcoming […]

Please could you take a few minutes to reflect upon our work and summarise (in short bullet points […]