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Career Transformation Q1 2026
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The Chartered Engineer advantage
As Ireland transforms its career and skills landscape, continuing professional development (CPD) is essential for engineers seeking to remain competitive and future-ready. The Registered Professional Title of Chartered Engineer (CEng) represents the highest level of professional competence, ethical practice and leadership within engineering. Recognised in Irish law and internationally, it signals that holders can apply...
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Turning a career break into a career boost
Reframing your career break as a period of skills development – rather than a ‘career gap’ – helps you rebuild your career with confidence and purpose. When considering a return to work, it’s easy to slip into self-doubt. You may be wondering whether you’ve been out too long, your skills are out of date or...
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Building the skills Ireland needs for the future
Technology is changing fast, and with that change comes endless opportunities — for workers, students, businesses and communities across Ireland. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already reshaping everyday tasks, from planning a holiday to managing household bills. As these tools become more widely available, they have the potential to make our working lives easier, more efficient...
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Employee Retention and Career Confidence in Ireland
Employee retention has become one of the most telling indicators of career confidence in today’s workforce. As organisations across Ireland navigate economic uncertainty, skills shortages and shifting employee expectations, understanding what motivates people to stay, or prompts them to consider a move, has never been more important. Why job-seeking is generally lower, but elevated in...