Inver College Carrickmacross – student video
05/06/2024
This thought-provoking video was created by a talented, neurodiverse team of students from Inver College, Carrickmacross.
GCAS and MA programmes
31/05/2024
There is still time to register for one of the Centre’s postgraduate courses, delivered in partnership with Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
Going on holiday
30/05/2024
It is never too early to start preparing for a major change such as a holiday.
Podcast: DCU’s autism-friendly initiative with Fiona Earley
29/05/2024
As the Leaving cert approaches, lots of young people might also be thinking about university life.
Call for research participants
28/05/2024
Are you an autistic adult aged 18 to 22, living in the Republic of Ireland who would you like to give your perspective on your secondary school experience?
Exam Season
27/05/2024
With exam season looming, preparing for essay style exam questions can help students predict the sort of questions they might be asked & understand the type of language often used...
Exams: Do I need them?
23/05/2024
Some students may be struggling to find the motivation to revise for exams, or some may be questioning the purpose of exams.
Art Competition
22/05/2024
To all autistic children and young people!
Exam Anxiety
21/05/2024
Exam anxiety can creep up on any student.
National epilepsy week
20/05/2024
This is National Epilepsy Week. We know that up to 12% of autistic people also have co-occurring epilepsy.
Summer activity planner
17/05/2024
Summer holidays are on the horizon. While many will be happy to have a break from school, knowing that free time is coming can create uncertainty and anxiety.
Thinking Frames
16/05/2024
These thinking frames from CCEA show how complex topics can be presented succinctly and visually and that information can be ordered sequentially.
Exams
14/05/2024
Stress about exams can affect ability to prepare and also performance in the exam.
How I Listen...
13/05/2024
Some brains need quiet to concentrate, while others need busy environments.
Bullet Journey
10/05/2024
Bullet journals are an adaptable and creative way to keep a diary.
Podcast: Rugby with James and Wendy Vahey
08/05/2024
We’ve been delighted to partner with the IRFU to develop training for coaches who are supporting autistic players.
Self-care battery
08/05/2024
Teaching children and young people to manage their own mental wellbeing is an important life skill, which fosters independence and autonomy.
Be Kind to yourself
06/05/2024
This resource encourages young people to think about ways in which they can be kind to themselves in order to foster a sense of mental wellbeing.