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Education Stories from NCI Students

Thinking about studying education at NCI? Hear from the students who already have. Whether they were starting out in early childhood education or advancing their career as a learning professional, our students share what their time with us was really like.

Read their testimonials and blog posts to find out what to expect from your own studies, and where an NCI education programme could take you.

Marie Boyne, Education at NCI

Marie Boyne, Early Childhood Education

Marie Boyne studied the BA (Honours) in Early Childhood Education and Care from 2016 to 2020, while working at NCI’s Early Learning Initiative (ELI), a service which provides parent and child learning support programmes to address educational underachievement in marginalised communities.

CAO Students Can Study Their Passion: Janine's Student Story

At NCI, our practical courses are designed to give students the qualifications they need to pursue their passions professionally. Janine is one of our students who felt that she was able to follow her passions by choosing the BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Lisa Farrelly, Early Childhood Education

Lisa Farrelly's educational journey at NCI began in 2021 when she was invited to participate in a pilot programme comprising two QQI Level 6 modules in Music, Movement, Art and Drama and Core Pedagogies and Curriculum in Home Visiting.

The Values Behind the Qualifications: Ava's Student Story

Ava shares her experiences and insights into her CAO choices and why she felt Early Childhood Education and Care was right for her.

Studying Early Childhood Education & Care at NCI: Emily's Journey

Read on to discover how Emily Williamson, Early Childhood Education and Care alumni found her true calling at NCI.

Education Courses at NCI

From postgraduate study for teaching professionals to degree programmes in early childhood education, discover the Education courses at NCI and find the right path for your career.