The CAO portal opens today
Summary
Guidance counsellor Gemma Lawler joins Anton Savage to explain the opening of the CAO portal for leaving certificate students. She details the registration process, noting that the fee is €35 if paid before January 20th. Lawler advises students to register early to secure access to restricted courses, such as medicine, which must be listed by February 1st, while emphasizing that they have until May to finalize their course preferences.
Topics discussed
Introduction and CAO portal opening announcement
Explaining the CAO registration process and fees
Key deadlines and increasing registration costs
Clarifying that course selection is not required at registration
Advice on listing restricted courses before February 1st
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