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Parents’ Guide to the CAO Journey

Supporting your student through the transition to higher education can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re helping them explore course options, understand the CAO process, or prepare for life at college, having the right information can make a significant difference.

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Helping You Support Your Student

You don’t need to have all the answers. Staying informed and engaged can make a meaningful difference as your student prepares for college.

To support parents and guardians during this important stage, TUS has developed a comprehensive Parents’ Guide to the CAO Journey.

The guide is designed to help you feel informed, reassured, and confident as you support your student through one of the biggest decisions of their lives.

What’s Included?

The guide covers:

  • Supporting your student through the transition to higher education
  • Choosing the right course and college
  • Understanding the CAO process and key dates
  • Planning financially for college
  • Student wellbeing and support services
  • Life as a college student
  • Learning at TUS
  • Student supports and resources available at TUS

Why TUS?

At TUS, students benefit from practical learning, accessible staff, smaller class sizes, and a supportive learning environment designed to help them succeed academically and personally.

TUS has the highest graduate employment rate in Ireland for three consecutive years, according to the Higher Education Authority (HEA) Graduate Outcomes Survey.

Download the Guide

Download the full Parents’ Guide to the CAO Journey for detailed information, guidance, and resources designed to support both you and your student throughout the higher education journey.