Questions 24 to 33 should be answered only by persons 15 years and over

[Question 26: What is the main field of the highest qualification you have completed to date?]

Regular information on skill levels is necessary to monitor whether training being offered meets the needs of the labor market. The Government and employers use this data to evaluate whether there are enough people with the required education and training in particular areas of the work force. The information is used in developing new programs to meet the changing needs of the work force.

This question is to capture post-secondary school qualifications only. Intermediate, junior and leaving cert subjects should not be written in.