Funding unveiled for round-the-clock online mental health support for third-level students

Minister for the Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris marked World Mental Health Day by delivering funding for a new initiative to provide 24/7 mental health support to third-level students. Psychological Counsellors in Higher Education Ireland (PCHEI) launched a partnership with Togetherall to deliver a clinically moderated, online peer-to-peer mental health … Read more

Third-level institutions get €3m to support students with Autism or Intellectual Disability

Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has announced new initiatives to support autistic students and those with an intellectual disability access to third-level education. The proposals, allocate ring-fenced funding of €3 million a year to 2025 so higher education institutions can implement universal design and inclusive practices on their campuses, and enhance opportunities … Read more