StepAhead - Leaving Certificate Mentee Form

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Welcome to the StepAhead mentor programme!

We connect Leaving Cert students with mentors currently studying the courses or degrees they’re exploring, building a supportive community where guidance is personal, relatable, and designed to help you make confident decisions about your future.

Please complete this short form to help us match you with a mentor who can guide you through your Leaving Cert, CAO choices, and future plans.

This will take 2-3 minutes to fill out.

What Happens After You Fill Out The Form?

Form Submission: Once you submit your details, we’ll use the information to match you with the most suitable mentor based on your preferences and goals.
Match Confirmation: You’ll receive an email with details about your mentor, including their background and availability.
Connect & Schedule: You’ll have the opportunity to connect with your mentor through our platform and schedule your first session.

Why Sign Up?

Personalised Advice: Get guidance from someone who understands your unique journey.
Save Time & Avoid Stress: Learn from a mentor’s experiences to make better decisions faster.
Achieve Your Goals: Gain clarity, direction, and actionable steps to achieve success in education or your career.

Name: *

Email Address: *

Name of School *

Year Group *

5th Year

6th Year

Do you already know what course(s) you’re considering for the CAO? *

Yes

If yes, please specify the top three course(s) and college(s) you're considering.

If no, what general areas or careers are you interested in?

Science, Technology, Engineering, or Maths (STEM)

Business or Economics

Healthcare or Medicine

Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences

Creative Industries (e.g., Media, Design)

Apprenticeships or Vocational Training

Other:

Are you considering applying to universities through UCAS (UK universities)? *

Yes

Maybe

Do you have a college/university in mind? *

Nope - I'm open to most

University College Dublin

Dublin City University (DCU)

Trinity College Dublin

Dundalk IT (DKIT)

University of Limerick (UL)

University College Cork (UCC)

University College of Galway

Technological University of Dublin (TUD)

Queens University Belfast

Ulster University

Other:

How important is it that your mentor is studying the exact course you're interested in? *

Extremely Important - I only want a mentor who has studied the exact course.

Very Important - It’s a key factor, but not the only one.

Somewhat important – It’s helpful, but other factors like their career path or skills matter too.

Not very important – I’m open to mentors with related experience or general guidance.

Not important at all – I value broad advice and insights over exact course knowledge.

What challenges or guidance would you like help with? (Select all that apply or add your own.)

Picking the right college course or programme for me

Applying for scholarships, grants, or financial aid.

Understanding career paths related to your degree or interests.

Finding out more about college specific sports, facilities and social life

Navigating UCAS applications

Other:

Required

Would you be open to participating in group calls or small group mentoring if needed? *

Yes

Is there anything else you'd like us to know to help match you with the right mentor?

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