Success Stories

Hany Hafez – A Journey from the Track to the Treatment Room

"I’ve always been passionate about physiotherapy, and the sports therapy degree gave me the perfect opportunity to pursue that."

Paula Houston – Inclusive Education Degree Paves the Way for Primary School Teaching

Paula's Journey From SNA to BA (Hons) Inclusive Education Practice to a PME to become a Primary School Teacher

Anne Marie Dalton – Early Years Degree is ‘Missing Piece of the Puzzle’ with 15 Years of Experience

"My belief is that young children deserve to have their education and care taken seriously and have a graduate-led workforce."

Georganne Conerney – Early Years Degree ‘Prepared Me to Take on Leadership Within the Sector’

“This qualification gives me the confidence, recognition, and formal backing I need to go after management roles."

Elaine McKeon – From Sports Therapy to Physiotherapy on her Path to Becoming a Physiotherapist

"This course has boosted my confidence and prepared me for the demands of a professional healthcare environment."

Sabina Lucarelli – Path to Becoming a National Tour Manager From Italy to Ireland

"It validated my dedication and allowed me to transition my deep decades-long passion for Ireland into a guaranteed professional role."

Andrew Fay – Bridging Facilities Management Practice and Global Sustainability Standards

"Studying at Portobello has been a defining step in my professional journey."

Alan Flynn – Building a Future in Physiotherapy with Shelbourne FC Placement

"My placement with Shelbourne FC was a huge success and I learned so much from my practice educator, that I can now bring forward."

Katie Kelly – From Leaving Cert Doubts to Portobello Institute Montessori Manager

"Once I heard you didn't need points from the Leaving Cert, I knew I was finally going to be able to do what I wanted to do."

Jade Farrell – Empowering Others Through a Passion for Early Years

"I chose Portobello Institute because of its flexible learning model which aligned with my professional and personal life."

Neville Walsh – Determined to Hold a Degree in BSc (Hons) Workplace and Facilities Management

"Gaining the qualification demonstrates I have the all-round FM knowledge."

Áine Barron – Focus on Flexibility and Work Experience with MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration)

"Portobello was the option that was going to give me the best chance at developing my work skills."

Our Alumni