Professional Diploma in Education Law and School Leadership
This Diploma in Education Law is designed for learners seeking a clear understanding of education law and school leadership within primary and post-primary school settings. The diploma supports those working in the education sector who wish to develop their legal knowledge and leadership skills within a highly regulated educational environment.
Study in a classroom environment one evening a week.
- City centre location
- Fully interactive limited class size
- 10 weeks, 1 evening per week
- Starting Thursday 24th September 2026
- 6.30 to 9.30pm
- Instalment plan available, subject to €100 handling fee
| Location | Starting | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin 2 City Centre | September 2026 | €995.00 |
Live online training with real-time instructor-student interaction.
- Live & fully online
- Archived for review
- 10 Weeks, 1 evening per week
- Starting Thursday 24th September 2026
- 6.30 to 9.30pm
- Instalment plan available, subject to €100 handling fee
Professional Diploma in Education Law and School Leadership
Meet our tutors
Dr AnnNoelle Bennett
An accomplished educator, Dr Bennett has lectured, moderated and supervised students in a number of third level institutions. She has extensive administrative experience, having served as a teaching and an administrative Principal at primary school level, and mentored newly appointed Principals, demonstrating a keen understanding and engagement with educational leadership.
Dr Bennett’s academic qualifications includes a Doctorate in Education with a specialisation in Music, and a Masters in Music, following a Bachelor of Education (Hons) from NUI. She is also a Licentiate of the Royal Colleges of Music with the Associated Board of Music. She studied at the Honorable Society of the Kings Inns from where she obtained a Barrister-at-Law degree, following a Diploma in Legal Studies. She also holds qualifications in coaching, teaching English as a second language and a Diploma in Education Law with the Law society of Ireland.
Her previous multi-annual affiliation with the International Baccalaureate Organisation and her memberships a number of teaching, learning and research committees at third level highlight her commitment to international education standards.
Dr. Bennetts multi-faceted background in Ireland and internationally demonstrates her commitment to educational excellence, with a keen awareness arising from her multiple perspectives as a teacher, a leader, and a lecturer of the ever-increasing legal responsibilities in schools and the need for continuing leadership development.
Dr Bennett now practices as a Barrister in Dublin.
Philip Rigney
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FAQ
Yes. Completion can support progression into leadership, administrative and compliance roles within education and school systems.
Yes. This course is designed for educators, school leaders, administrators and others involved in school governance.
An education law course explores legal issues affecting schools, including governance, pupil rights, compliance and leadership responsibilities.
