The Irish Times Higher Options fair took place from 17 to 19 September and NMBI, in partnership with our colleagues from the Office of Nursing and Midwifery Service Director (ONMSD) and Student Ambassadors, were there to meet with second level students from across the country. 

Every year, we attend Higher Options as part of our continued commitment to promote the professions and attract the next generation of nurses and midwives.  

Over the three days, we met thousands of students and shared our personal experiences and expertise to support students in making informed decisions and to highlight the wide range of rewarding roles available in the nursing and midwifery professions. 

Each day, we took part in panel discussions where panellists shared their experiences with aspiring nurses and midwives. This is one of the most popular aspects of Higher Options and we were delighted to once again see a high level of interest. We would like to thank all the panellists; NMBI Professional Officers, Mary Devane and Emer McCormack, our Student Ambassadors, Yannick Eddy Bilongo, Tara Doorey and Elena Prendergast, and student representative, Sienna Sheridan.  

A special word of thanks to our Student Ambassadors and student representatives who took time out from their studies to answer questions and share their personal experiences of college life and practice placements at our stand. 

We would also like to thank the ONMSD and the Nursing and Midwifery Practice Development Unit (NMPDU) for their continued support and all who took time out of their busy schedules to share their insights and promote the professions. 

If you know someone who is interested in a nursing or a midwifery career, they can find out more on our website.