There is a range of confidential services available in colleges to all students, which have been put in place to protect and maintain their well-being.

To support the mental health of students, or those who may be feeling depressed or isolated, almost every college has a students'  union. There, a Welfare Officer will be available to offer advice and information and if necessary, he/she can arrange an appointment with the student counsellor.

Most Irish colleges also have a Chaplain, with years of experience in helping people who find themselves at a stage where they need help and want to talk to someone.

Very often students may be dealing with obstacles, which can seem daunting to deal with alone. For example, a young person with dyslexia could find it difficult to keep up in lectures. There is a disability service in most colleges which can help make course work more manageable for students living with disabilities.

There are also Careers Officers in place to guide students on what job opportunities are available to them. Meanwhile, support tutors are available if students are finding a particular aspect of a course difficult.

In each department, if a student wants to speak with a lecturer, they can book an appointment to speak with them and voice any concerns that they may have.

Meanwhile, it is also very important to realise the important role that families and friends play in supporting each other. It can be a great relief to talk to a family member or friend about the stresses that come with college life.