Student Services are a central part of life at CSN. It is made up of an integrated network of people and resources and provides information, advice and support to students. Even though there is a large student population in the college we pride ourselves on our friendliness and high standard of support for students. This support includes Careers and Counselling Service, Library/Resource Centre, Information Technology, etc.

LIBRARY RESOURCES

Contact: Elizabeth O'Donovan

Situated in the new wing of the College, this centre provides the perfect learning environment for students at the college. It serves as a resource bank for the information requirements of the college and ensures each student equality of access to resources. Students can avail of study places in the Library /Resource centre and will find its peaceful surroundings conducive to study.

The centre has a growing collection of research materials which are important learning resources to support the student at CSN. This collection includes reference books, textbooks, periodicals, reviews and CD Roms. A VCR/DVD player is available to students who may wish to view videos, films etc recommended by the tutors.

Within the library is a special section on careers where the student can access information on the main educational institutions in Ireland and Britain. Copies of the different prospectii are on display. Students can also check information on the computer located within the library.

STUDENT COUNCIL

Contact: John Cunningham

The Student Council is made up of representatives from every course in the college. The council provides a forum for students to establish clubs or societies within the college. Two members of the Student Council are also elected as representatives on the Board of Management. Students are encouraged to participate to ensure that the Council is as active and vibrant as possible.

ACCOMMODATION

Every year, the college is host to a large body of students from different parts of the country and indeed from different corners of the world. To this end, the college provides a list of addresses to students who wish to avail of local accommodation with families. Alternatively, local newspapers and flat finding agencies will help you select the most suitable place while attending your course. Additionally, the college is within easy reach of a number of the recently constructed student accommodation complexes in Cork.

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING SERVICE

Contact: Siobhán Daly, Jim O'Connell

We offer a professional and confidential counselling service that listens to students on all manner of issues. We provide a caring and non-judgmental atmosphere in which to help students cope with their circumstances and approach their lives with confidence.

Appointments can be made by calling to the Guidance and Counselling office or by phoning 021-4969034 or 021-49691020 ext. 226, where we will be on hand to help you.

STUDY AND LEARNING SUPPORT

If a student needs assistance in:

• Completing assignments
• Researching projects
• Revising difficult topics
• Exam techniques

Students may contact the “Study Support Facility” where assistance is offered in small class groups and on a “one to one” basis.

CAREERS SERVICE

Effective careers planning means exploring your options early. Our careers team are here to help. Whatever your age, course of study, plans or aspirations, the Careers Service is available to you. Professionally qualified careers advisers are available for consultation on career choice, further study options, presentation and other work place skills, jobsearch, applications/interview procedures and aptitude tests.

The Career Guidance Office contains a wide range of information on careers and further study options. Comprehensive information, internet access, computerised guidance programmes, video library etc., are all available to our students.