Drogheda Institute of Further Education’s annual graduation ceremony took place recently at the TLT theatre recently and because of the large number of students who were graduating, it took two sessions.

The student body of Drogheda Institute of Further Education of 2023/24 received awards to mark their achievements in QQI Level 5 and Level 6.  Certificates and Diplomas were also completed from other awarding bodies such as NECF, City & Guilds of London, CIBTAC, ITEC, IAOT and National Examining Board for Dental Nurses. 

Drogheda Credit Union continued their long association with DIFE by again generously sponsoring the event. 

The awards covered a wide variety of areas ranging from Culinary Arts, Art & Design to Business and Pre-University Courses in Arts, Law, and Science, From Construction Studies to Beauty Therapy, Multimedia, Photography, Sport & Leisure, Nursing, Childcare and Applied Social Studies, Travel & Tourism, Healthcare Support, Dental Nursing and Pharmacy Technician.

The proceedings were directed by Principal, Mr. Davy McDonnell and Deputy Principals Orla Morrissey, Shane Williams and Barbara Cooney and were assisted by Pauline Sheeran Graduation Coordinator. 

The attendance included the Chief Executive of LMETB Martin O’Brien and Director of Further Education and Training for LMETB Ms. Sadie Ward Mc Dermott. The Drogheda Institute of Further Education Board of Management was represented by Sharon Tolan.

Also, in attendance was Finbarr Murphy representing the Drogheda Credit Union, sponsors of the event and Mick Toner was in Attendance to congratulate all of DIFE Graduates.

In presenting the Awards Martin O’Brien Chief Officer of LMETB congratulated all of DIFE graduates.

Drogheda Institute of Further Education plays an important role in the community and its dedicated staff in providing education and training that is a springboard for people of all ages to progress to further study or into the workplace.

DIFE would also like to Thank Pauline Sheeran and her committee for organizing such a memorable event.

All DIFE courses have excellent pathways to both Higher Education and/or employment. Graduates can progress to Higher Education with places reserved for FET learners in Universities and Institutes of Technology in Ireland, UK and in Europe.

Many courses are also employment focused for those looking to gain industry recognised qualifications in a short course and progress directly to employment (childcare, healthcare, beauty therapy, hairdressing, pharmacy, animal care, dental nursing, health and fitness sectors etc).  

To apply for any of the courses visit the college website: www.dife.ie