Vocational training option ‘not understood’

Vocational education remains a ‘Cinderella’ on the post-Leaving Certificate options list, according to a report published yesterday.

The City and Guilds study said a shift in attitude is needed among parents, educators, and students in order to make vocational education an attractive choice for young people.

The report found that, of those who planned to secure a qualification, 60% intended going to university or completing another academic qualification.