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Welcome to the professional staff hub at DCU, designed to empower and equip you with the tools and resources needed to excel in your role.
Whether you're seeking to enhance your interpersonal or leadership skills, advance your career, or foster a culture of innovation, this page is your go-to destination for professional growth and success at DCU.
Popular Workshops
Futures thinking is a field of inquiry and practice that seeks to understand, anticipate, and influence the future. It involves exploring possible, probable, and preferable futures by using a variety of methods and tools.
This series of 3 workshops examines Futures Thinking ideas, relevance, forecasting and future simulation tools, from a practical hands-on approach. Find out more
DCU uses Google apps for all our admin and internet needs. Getting acqainted with the app is crucial to your work productivity. You will find tutorials on Google apps from our ISS team online.
Also check out if any live training sessions are scheduled
Social media is a cornerstone of modern higher education, offering enormous opportunities for engagement and outreach. At DCU, we recognise the power of our brand and the importance of skillfully leveraging social platforms to amplify our message and achievements. Find out more about our 1.5 hour blended workshop
This online session introduces the concept of neurodiversity, and is suitable for anyone who would like to know more about neurodiversity. We will cover what and who the term encompasses, how to talk about neurodiversity, and the strengths and challenges for neurodivergent people. Find out more
Development Supports for Professionals
Performance Review and Development
DCU PRD
The Performance Review & Development (PRD) Scheme is being introduced on a phased basis across the University. The scheme aims to provide staff with a structured framework through which conversations regarding performance, professional and career development can take place.
Policy Toolkits
All Hallows Library
DCU Library
One of the perks of being part of the DCU community is having full access to our three libraries.
Whether you're researching a project or want to read for leisure, our libraries are tailored to meet your needs. You can also explore an extensive array of online resources.
Using the Library
Your go-to resource for all things library-related
Library Tutorials
Online tutorials to help you to locate, evaluate and use information effectively
Digital Learning
Sign up for your Compliance Training with our Essential eLearning Suite
Online access to a broad range of technical, creative and professional developmental courses to support your learning and teaching.
Our curated, two-page 'Learning Spotlights' are designed to help you upskill quickly on a range of subjects, from social media through to difficult conversations.
The Spotlights contain various learning resources, including LinkedIn Learning courses, videos and audio courses.
Curated collection of resources, strategies, and materials designed to support and enhance learning experiences