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Leaving Certificate Life, Community and Work
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Leaving Certificate Life, Community and Work

LCVP- the Leaving Cert Vocational Programme is now known as ‘Leaving Certificate Life, Community and Work’.

The study of Life, Community and Work supports students as they develop an open and positive mindset to progress to exciting and diverse futures and builds a solid foundation for students transferring into apprenticeships, traineeships, Further Education and Training, Higher Education, entrepreneurship, travel, community and the world of work.

The study of Life, Community and Work will give students the necessary tools to develop personal effectiveness, helping them to contribute and engage successfully with a modern society

What kind of student would Life, Community and Work suit?

  • Students who enjoy practical, real-world learning
  • Students who want to build real-life skills
  • Students who want to explore future progression pathways
  • Students who enjoy working in groups and engaging with their community
Life, Community & Work Weighting Level
AAC Portfolio in Action 60% of Marks Common
Written Examination 40% of Marks Common

 
There are two assessment components: a written examination and an Additional Assessment Component (AAC), Portfolio in Action. Both the written examination and the Portfolio in Action AAC will be at common level. Each component will be set and examined by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).

What grades are awarded?

Distinction- 66 points
Merit- 46 points
Pass- 26 points

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