"Bringing Education and Training to a higher level"
We are focused on providing an environment of study that will enrich the learners quality of life.
Get in touch with us now to learn how you can enhance your educational and training needs.

Coronavirus Covid-19 Update: Centre Closure
Portarlington Further Education & Training Centre Closed from 12th March to 19th April 2020
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has this Thursday morning announced a closure of all schools and higher education institutions as Ireland has entered into a new phase in dealing with the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic. Click on the following Learn More button to find out more from the Department of Education and Skills.

Welcome to Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre
Our Mission Statement
The Portarlington Further Education & Training Centre (formerly known as Portarlington AEC – Adult Education Centre) is dedicated to facilitating learning, personal growth and critical reflection through a working partnership with participants and tutors and to enrich the quality of life for all. To enable participants to engage in life-long learning in an environment of mutual support.
Latest News
Portarlington Further Education & Training Centre Class of 2019 Graduation Ceremony
- February 25, 2020
Open Day tomorrow, February 25, with courses on offer are ‘Access to Further Education’ and ‘Healthcare Support’.
- February 24, 2020
Open Morning for Healthcare QQI Level 5 programme at Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre
- February 6, 2020
Aontas Looking Forward To Another 50 Years Supporting Learners
- November 11, 2019
Aontas celebrating 50 years supporting adult learners
- November 11, 2019
Halloween Mid-Term Break
- October 30, 2019
Courses
Learn about our full time and part time further education and training courses QQI Level 3 to level 6
Lifelong Learning
View our third level and higher education undergraduate and postgraduate courses QQI Level 7 to Level 9
Prospectus
View or download our current prospectus with course information for the academic year available as a pdf document
Timetable
View the latest timetable for the academic year at Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre
Study options
Full time (VTOS) or part time (BTEI) options, childcare education and training support programme (CETS)
Testimonials
Here’s what our past students and some of their employers have to say about their experience with Portarlington Further Education and Training Centre



