SEAtS Student User Guide

SEAtS Student User Guide

About SEAtS

Make the most of your academic journey by downloading the SEAtS Student Attendance App to your smartphone! By checking into class regularly, you'll stay on top of your attendance and aligned with your study goals.

The SEAtS app prioritises your privacy — it does not use GPS and therefore does not track your location. It connects via Bluetooth only to beacons placed in college classrooms.

Downloading SEAtS

Apple Users

Students can download the SEAtS app from the App Store (search SEAtS Mobile) or using the following link: 

SEAtS in App Store 

Android Users.

Students can download from the Google Play Store (search SEAtS Mobile) or using the following link: 

SEAtS in Google Play Store 

Register Using Your NCI Email Address

Before configuring SEAtS:

1. Ensure you are fully registered in your course.
2. Ensure you have access to your NCI student email.

SEAtS uses your college timetable and records, so full registration is essential for classes to appear in the app.

Initial App Login & Permissions

When you open the SEAtS app for the first time:

• Enter your NCI student email address and password to login.
• Grant all prompted permissions so the app can function correctly.

Permissions you may be asked for include:

• Bluetooth
• Location Access
• Camera
• Notifications

Note: Enabling these ensures you can receive class reminders and successfully check in.

Lock Screen Notifications 

If notifications are configured and enabled on your device (in the notification settings for the SEAtS Mobile App), you may receive alerts on your home screen for scheduled teaching activities. Tapping the notification will take you to the SEAtS app home screen, where you will have the option to check in.

App Navigation

After logging in, you’ll see:

1. Home Page: Your profile and attendance summary.
2. Calendar: Your scheduled classes — tap to check in.
3. More: Settings and logout.

How to Check In 

1. Ensure Bluetooth is ON on your phone.
2. Open the SEAtS app and go to your Calendar.
3. Tap Check In for the class.
4. The app will search for a nearby classroom beacon.
5. Once found, your attendance will be marked.

Students can check in up to 15 minutes before the class begins and up to 30 min after it begins. If you check in more than 15 minutes after the class is scheduled to start you will be considered late. After 30 minutes you are considered absent. 

Troubleshooting & Support

Forgotten/Broken Phone

• Contact Student Support in the Support Hub after class. 
• Email attendance@ncirl.ie 

Classes Not Showing

• Check your NCI timetable system first — attendance data syncs from student records.
• Email attendance@ncirl.ie 

App Issues

If the app won’t load or check-in isn’t working:

• Make sure permissions (Bluetooth, location, notifications) are enabled.
• Check your internet connection.
• Try restarting the app or device.

Mobile App Updates

It is important that mobile devices have automatic updates enabled to ensure that the app is running on the most up to date version. 

Still Having Issues?

• Consult the NCI Support Hub where you will find articles to help you with your issue or you can log a ticket. 
• Contact Student Support in the Support Hub or email: attendance@ncirl.ie 

Attendance Matters

Attendance at classes is directly linked to academic success. SEAtS helps you keep track and record your presence in classes automatically when you check in.

If you miss a check-in by accident don’t worry the Student Support Team will be in contact with students who have regular absences.

Need Help?

• Visit Student Support in the Support Hub.
• Email attendance@ncirl.ie