Many adults across the country opened smartphones, tablets or laptops this Christmas—but for some, the excitement is mixed with uncertainty about how to use them confidently.
Today, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD and Minister of State for Further Education, Apprenticeship, Construction and Climate Skills Marian Harkin TD are encouraging adults to take the next step and build their digital, literacy, financial and numeracy skills through courses available nationwide.
The Adult Literacy for Life (ALL) strategy provides people who may have left school early—or simply want to refresh their abilities—the chance to return to learning in a supportive, practical environment. Courses help adults strengthen reading, writing, numeracy and digital skills, offering pathways into further education, training, employment, and increased confidence in everyday life.
Minister Lawless said:
Noting the growing importance of digital skills in work, community and family life, Minister Harkin said:
Director of the Adult Literacy for Life Programme Office at SOLAS, Yvonne McKenna, emphasised the impact of these supports: