Careers in...

Careers in Defence Forces, Garda & Emergency Services

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Description

Webinar #21 in Synergy Careers Webinar Series, #14 in the Careers in…. Series looks at careers in protection and public service. Each webinar aims to inform those joining in, of the variety of course options to suit different academic abilities, aptitudes and interests. We aim to give an insight into subject/grade requirements, key skills and qualities suited, job prospects, course content, volunteering suggestions and more.

You will get insight from careers guidance perspective along with college/course options to suit all levels, professional body insight and hear from someone working in the industry.

Guest Speakers

Guest Speakers include Garda Sergeant Kevin Balfe and Nathan Breen graduate paramedic from UL 2022

Past guest speakers include Martin Bond ATU Donegal and National Fire Service and Ruth Daly St Patricks Pontifical University 2025; Tara McGinley Garda HQ, Capt. Michelle Kelly DF, Supt Aidan Minnock 2024; Captain Lisa McMahon DF, Orla Curtis National Ambulance Service along with recruits/graduates.

Timing

  • evolving, recruitment campaign and physical competencies required
  • 52- 58 minutes: Paramedic Graduate UL, Nathan Breen on progressing from leaving certificate, to PLC course in Emergency Services to studying and training during covid.
  • 58-64 minutes: Panel Discussion and Q&A
  • 0-12 minutes: Synergy Careers on various recruiting competitions and jobmarket information (Separate recording)

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