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Adult and life-long education

Overview Document Adult education This document gives an overview of the different types of education available to adults outside the school system.

Adult literacy
The Vocational Educational Committee Adult Literacy Scheme, organised by the 33 Vocational Education Committees in Ireland, aims to help adults with reading and writing difficulties.

Night classes
There are a vast range of organisations offering evening and nightclasses throughout Ireland. Information regarding costs, application procedures and term times.

Community education
Community education is adult education and lifelong learning which is based in the community, generally outside the formal education sector.

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Gaeilge

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