The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care and Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management graduation ceremony included recognition of special achievements of the students.
Dr Eric Long, head of education, CAFRE, introduced guest speaker Danielle McKeever, Coolmore Ireland; Martin McKendry, CAFRE director; Phillip Holdsworth, work-based agriculture programme manager, and Shelley Stuart, further education equine programme manager.
Martin McKendry acknowledged the significance of CAFRE’s strong industry links, which contribute to the education and knowledge transfer provision.
In her address, Shelley Stuart congratulated top students, Michaela Doran, Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management and Tai Wilton, Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care.
Danielle McKeever talked about her journey as a student and entering the world of work. She advised students to take every opportunity that came their way.
1. Graduation Day
Michaela Doran received the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize awarded to the top student on the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management. Michaela was congratulated by Martin McKendry, CAFRE director and Danielle McKeever, Coolmore Stud, who was guest speaker at the Enniskillen Campus awards ceremony. Photo: Submitted by DAERA
2. Graduation Day
Damien Moran (New Ross, Co Wexford) was presented with the Forging Cup by Mr Paul Duddy, for demonstrating the most commitment to the Farrier Upskilling programme. Damien was congratulated by Julie McSwiggan, senior technologist, at the Enniskillen Campus ceremony Photo: Submitted by DAERA
3. Graduation Day
Ursula Gettens (Ballymena) and Amy Murphy (Portglenone) celebrated their graduation from the City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management at the Enniskillen Campus. Photo: Submitted by DAERA
4. Graduation Day
Coraigh Lynch (Greysteel) celebrated the completion of his City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Equine Management at the Enniskillen Campus ceremony. Photo: Submitted by DAERA