Success Stories

Shane McCormack – English Teacher in Beijing Meets Growing Demands of International Education with PGCEi

International schools are now requiring PGCEi and QTS, a shift that aligned with his ambitions.

Francesca Costin – Pathway to Achieving My Physiotherapy Dreams

Lorraine Dempsey – Pride and New Career Opportunities with BA (Ord) Early Childhood Care & Education Degree

"The flexibility of it being an online course along with being able to work at my own pace suited my lifestyle of working full time."

Niamh Jones – Creating for Primark’s Global Stores as a Fashion Buyer in Her Dream Career

"I always knew I wanted a career in fashion and Portobello Institute gave me the opportunity to pursue this."

Zuzana O’Sullivan – ‘I wanted to go back to work’ Finding Purpose in Career Change with Early Learning & Care Qualification

"I am happy I made this decision as I can work and look after my family at the same time without any regrets."

Jaafar Blaibel – Flying High With An MSc Aviation Management

"I saw earning a master's degree [in Aviation Management] as an investment in my future." - Jaafar Blaibel

Liam English – The Path to PE Teaching

"Teaching was always the plan," Liam reflects. "I always wanted to be a teacher."

Lorraine Flaherty – Researching Outdoor Sleeping in Early Years with BA (Hons) Early Childhood Care and Education

"I work in-person on weekdays and having classes online allows me to be able to attend classes in the comfort of my own home."

Fiona Clugston – Facilities Specialist at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company Upskills at Portobello Institute

Barry Prenderville – Maynooth University Soccer Development Manager Upskills at Portobello Institute

"With work and family commitments blended learning suited my lifestyle and enabled me to take a full part in the course."

Gregory Duffy – Education as the Catalyst to a Sports Therapy Career

"The past three years in college have completely transformed my life and increased my confidence and self-belief."

Corine Peters – Outstanding Achievement Award While Balancing Work, Family and Studying

"I found new opportunities and a profound sense of accomplishment and purpose, fueling my ongoing commitment to lifelong learning."

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