Croom College of Further Education Graduation Ceremony

The Croom College of Further Education/Post-Leaving Certificate graduations took place in the Croom Civic Centre on Friday 22nd November. The night consisted of students graduating with impressive results in; Horsemanship QQI Level 5, Equine Studies Level 6 , Animal Science Level 6, Animal Care Level 5, Nursing Studies and Healthcare Support Level 5  and Sport and Recreation & Exercise Level 5 . The cap and gown ceremony also featured guest speakers including Mr. Paul Patton, Director of Further Education LCETB and Mr. Gerard O’Sullivan, Principal Coláiste Chiaráin. On the night Mr. O’Sullivan congratulated all students on the occasion of their graduation, “it is fantastic to see Croom College of Further Education go from strength to strength. We are delighted to celebrate your graduation with you and we congratulate every one of you on your achievements”.

The class of 2019 comprised of over 65 students and many of these are already in Full Time Employment or others are continuing their education even further in IT Colleges and Universities nationwide. They graduated in the many QQI Courses that the college offers such as Animal Care, Animal Science, Horsemanship, Advanced Equine Studies, Nursing Studies, Healthcare Support and Sport, Recreation & Exercise. Each student was presented with their QQI Certificate followed by the Student of the Year Awards where the recipients were acknowledged for their outstanding results, their work ethic and enthusiasm. It was a wonderful evening for the graduates, their families, the college tutors and management.

In concluding remarks, Mr O’Sullivan  also wished graduates well as they progress from their studies, “Our college has built up tremendous expertise in the areas of Horsemanship, Equine Studies, Animal Care, Animal Science, Sports Science as well as Nursing and Healthcare. We are delighted that you have now gained expertise and qualifications in these areas. We wish you well in your future careers and progression into further education in these sectors”.  

The night was a huge success with thanks to the dedicated teaching staff within Croom College of Further Education and Ms. Lisa Horgan(PLC Coordinator), Course Directors Ms. Claire O’Shea, Ms. Susan Reddan, Ms. Rio McGonigle and Louise O’Connor. Congratulations must be given to the students who were recipients of Special Awards for excellence in their subject.

Overall it was a fantastic evening! The students did themselves and Croom College of Further Education proud!

Well done one and all. Keep in touch and remember if we can be of assistance in your future learning journey please contact us. (www.furthereducationcroom.com)  or email  admin@cco.ie. Information also available on 061-397700