Not sure where to start? MyCareerVerse gives parents clear, no-jargon guidance on the CAO, subject choices, points, apprenticeships and EU routes — plus interactive tools you can explore together with your son or daughter. Whether your child is picking Junior Cycle options or sitting the Leaving Cert next year, you will find the right resource for where they are right now.
Different stages need different things. Pick the one that matches where your son or daughter is now — we'll point you to the most useful resource first.
If the CAO, subject choices, and post-school options feel more complicated than when you were in school — they are. New apprenticeships, European universities, and AI tools have completely changed the landscape. The Parent Hub is designed to get you up to speed quickly, give you the right questions to ask, and help you support your child without accidentally adding to the pressure.
The big topics, explained without jargon. Read these once and you'll know more than 90% of parents about how the system actually works in 2026.
If your child has a disability (DARE) or comes from a socio-economically disadvantaged background (HEAR), these access routes can reduce the CAO points needed for college entry. Our toolkits walk you through eligibility, evidence, and deadlines step by step.
Guide to DARE Guide to HEARAn honest guide to how AI is being used in schools, what it means for homework and exams, and how to have productive conversations with your son or daughter about using AI responsibly.
Read GuideThe CAO process from registration to offers, in plain English: how points are calculated, how preferences work, change-of-mind windows, and the deadlines that actually matter.
Coming SoonInteractive tools your son or daughter can use themselves, but that work even better when you go through them together. Start with the three flagship tools, then explore the rest.
Our flagship assessment maps personality, interests, and strengths to real career paths. The single best conversation starter for families.
Take the QuizSearch every CAO, PLC, and apprenticeship course in one place. Filter by interest, institution, or points — and save favourites to revisit later.
Explore CoursesEnter predicted or actual grades and see estimated CAO points. The fastest way to set realistic expectations and understand which courses are within reach.
Calculate PointsSometimes a young person needs personalised, expert guidance that goes beyond tools and articles. These coaching packages are designed for the situations where a clear plan and a steady hand make all the difference — and each one includes options for a parent briefing so you know exactly how to help.
A personalised action plan for graduates, final-year students, and career changers who need to move from "I have a degree" to "I have a strategy." Includes consultation sessions, a written plan, LinkedIn review, and a daily checklist tailored to their goals.
Your child's brain isn't broken — their study plan is. This package builds an ADHD-adapted timetable, subject-by-subject strategy, exam technique toolkit, and motivation guide designed around how their brain actually works, not how a textbook says it should.
For students who got lower results than expected, are failing college modules, or have lost motivation entirely. This isn't about blame — it's about finding a realistic path forward. Covers options review, study recovery, confidence rebuilding, and a concrete next-steps plan.
Book a one-to-one session with Angela to discuss your child's options, get personalised advice, and leave with a clear plan.
