LEAVING CERTIFICATE higher level

History: USA and the World, 1945-1989

  • Teacher
    Patrick Hickey
  • Exam
    Leaving Certificate
  • Level
     Higher Level
  • Learning Mode
    Live Online
  • Start Date
    Thursday, 15th January 2026
  • Time
    8:00 - 9:00 PM
  • Duration
    12 Weeks
History Leaving Cert Max the RSR
Meet Your Teacher

Patrick Hickey

Patrick Hickey, our Leaving Certificate History expert, has over 28 years of experience as a teacher and an SEC Examiner.

Known online as @lchistorytutor, he has a strong following among students and teachers alike. 

Patrick is renowned for his clear, accessible notes, engaging presentations, and deep knowledge of the marking scheme, helping students focus on what truly matters for exam success.

What will be Covered

Lock in  up to 40% of your LC History Grade!

Many students will be planning to do 2 essays from this section  which is 200/500 marks for the overall exam (Worth up to 40% of your entire LC history Grade)

All aspects covered:
  • Civil Rights
  • Cold War Origins, Early Tensions & Crises
  • Essay Writing Techniques
  • Korean War and McCarthyism
  • American Economic Boom and Bust
  • Space Race
  • Vietnam

What to expect

  • 12 structured lessons following the LC curriculum
  • Comprehensive notes for each session
  • 12 H1 Essays 
  • Essay writing skills embedded in all sessions
  • Exam techniques and essay planning strategies
  • First lesson completely free to demonstrate our approach


Live, interactive and exam-focused online classes to help you achieve your best grade possible.

Recorded classes: you will have access to the class recordings so you can replay them at your own pace, as often as you like.
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