Open day at renowned Dingle boarding school

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Coláiste Íde an t-aon Mheán Scoil Chónaithe lán-Ghaelach 7 lá in Éirinn. Lonnaithe i gCiarraí, in eastáit stairiúil le hais Bhá an Daingin, cuireann Coláiste Íde sár chaighdeán iar-bhunoideachais ar fáil dos na daltaí a fhreastalaíonn air.

Tá fócas láidir ag an gColáiste ar fhorbairt phearsanta na ndaltaí agus cinntítear go sroicheann gach dalta buaic a gcumas i dtimpeallacht a spreagann féinmhuinín, neamhspleáchas agus féinmheas. Tugann daltaí Choláiste Íde aghaidh ar an saol mar dhaoine neamhspleách, muiníneach, sár oilte agus ullamh lena n-áit a ghlacadh sa sochaí.

NUI Galway science initiatives awarded €250,000 for public engagement and education

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Four NUI Galway public engagement and education initiatives have been awarded funding of more than €250,000 through the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme.

Seven in ten find medtech work after completing this course

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Ireland's growing medtech industry is creating exciting new opportunities for jobseekers. With more than 29,000 people already working in this sector, Ireland is the highest medtech employer, per capita, in Europe. However many medtech companies are finding it difficult to find suitably qualified quality engineers. The Government funded Irish Medtech Springboard Certificate in Quality Engineering can give you the skills you need to cross over into newer realms of engineering in this thriving sector.

Further your education at Galway Community College PLC open day 2017

Thu, Mar 02, 2017

Galway Community College (GCC) has been serving the educational needs of the people of Galway since 1969 and is situated close to the city centre at Moneenageisha junction. GCC continues to offer a broad range of Level 5 and 6 QQI courses in a variety of disciplines. The courses provided are designed to offer the best in education and training for school leavers and for people wishing to enhance their professional development or to change their career.

GCC's tutors are continually developing new courses and modules in line with industry trends in employment and links to higher education. The new science course, biomedical science and laboratory studies, introduced last September, had to limit its intake due to the high volumes of applicants in 2016. Level 6 business and Level 5 equine studies have also had strong uptake last year with Level 6 equine studies being introduced in September 2017.

St Nicholas’ Parochial School and MADRA join paws for fundraising event/open day on Pancake Tuesday

Mon, Feb 27, 2017

St Nicholas’ Parochial Primary School is a co-educational, multi-denominational, child-centred, school with a long tradition of serving the youth of Galway. It is centrally located in Woodquay (beside The Town Hall Theatre) and due to this central location, the pupils have the opportunity to attend many different educational events held in The Town Hall Theatre, Dubray Book Shop, The Black Box, Galway City Museum, Galway City Library, and many other interesting locations.

GPA Solutions delivering quality QQI accredited payroll courses in Galway

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

GPA Solutions has been delivering QQI business awards in Galway since 2001.

Get ready for the International School of Make-up’s open day

Thu, Feb 16, 2017

The International School of Make-up will host an open day on Thursday February 23 from 2pm to approximately 4pm.

Time to drive

Fri, Feb 03, 2017

Being able to drive is one of the great pleasures in life. You can drive whenever and wherever you like. The feeling of being told that you have passed your test is one that has to be experienced. However, driving skills are earned through the lessons that you take from an instructor so it is vital to select the right driving instructor.

Galway speech and drama school is creating a program that promises contagious creativity

Mon, Jan 30, 2017

The Réalta school of Speech and Drama which was established in 2016 by Speech and Drama Teacher Michelle O'Grady and specialises in one-to-one classes for both children and adults with Autism, Down Syndrome and other special needs and challenges.

Online PR Masterclass For Galway Businesses & Marketing Executives

Mon, Jan 30, 2017

Digital Training Institute CEO Joanne Sweeney-Burke is collaborating with Irish Blogger Agency for an exclusive one-day masterclass in Online PR Strategy in Galway.

Ene Due Rabe – a language school for bilingual children in Galway

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Saturday morning language school Ene Due Rabe is going from strength to strength. Learning languages through fun activities is proving popular with both children and parents. Galway parents understand the importance of early language learning and how crucial it is for their children's future. Not only does it provide you with better job opportunities, it also makes you more likely to succeed, as learning other languages makes you smarter.

New Spanish courses starting soon at the Spanish Institute

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

The new term at The Spanish Institute is starting on February 6 and offers Spanish lessons to all ages at a variety of levels, from beginner to advanced. The new schedule for spring 2017 is available on www.spanishinstitute.ie and The Spanish Institute’s Facebook page.

Accredited one-year business and executive coach training programme

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

The next Coach Institute of Ireland one-year business and executive coach training programme will begin in Galway on Thursday and Friday, March 2 and 3. The programme will be facilitated two full days a month from March to December, with a break for July and August.

New academy for those interested in becoming nail technicians

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

The Martin Academy of Gel Nails over the past six months has been overwhelmed by the interest and response to its gel course in Galway.

Get the qualification you need for a career in make-up artistry

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for its full time and part time courses. For those who currently hold an ITEC qualification, the teacher training part time course may be of interest. This ITEC lecturing course qualifies you with an international qualification and you will be eligible to tutor in an ITEC registered college on successful completion.

2017 off to a busy start in St Pat’s

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Open day
St Pat’s Boys' Primary School, Lombard Street, Galway, will hold an open day on Thursday February 2. Prospective pupils from second to sixth class and parents are welcome from 2pm to 4pm. Drop in for a cup of tea and a chat with the friendly teachers and staff. This is the ideal opportunity to see the classes at work and have your questions answered. Parents and children can also learn about the extracurricular activities and educational facilities available in this school in the heart of Galway city.

Learning Irish is fun with Cúrsa Gramco

Thu, Jan 26, 2017

Cúrsa Gramco is a three week Irish language course run by Séamas Ó Máirtín and his dedicated teachers in St Mary’s College in Galway city. Mr Ó Máirtín decided to set up Cúrsa Gramco so as to make the learning of Irish an enjoyable and positive experience. The course incorporates an understanding of the nuts and bolts of the language so that students become independent learners. Study skills are central to the course so that students learn how to self-assess.

The course is held each year in St Mary’s College, Galway, in the first three weeks of July. It guarantees that students will work in a most supportive classroom atmosphere. Students’ safety is a priority and therefore they must remain on the college campus for the duration of the morning, from 9am to 12.55pm, and they will be supervised during the 20 minute break.

New Year, new learning

Fri, Jan 20, 2017

The New Year brings about the renewing of the previous year's promises of getting into shape, travelling more, and enjoying the finer things in life. However, 2017 may enable you to try out something different, be it a new sport, a new pastime, or even an opportunity to enroll in a course to learn a new skill.

HealthSET offers QQI Level 5 healthcare courses in Galway

Thu, Jan 19, 2017

The healthcare sector in Ireland has witnessed significant changes in the past 10 years. Increased regulation now means carers and healthcare workers are required to obtain QQI accredited courses to work in the care sector. HealthSET is a QQI accredited healthcare training company which specialises in QQI Level 5 healthcare courses for care workers.

Sean-nós dancing classes return to Club Áras na nGael

Thu, Jan 19, 2017

Monday January 30 will see the return of Club Áras na nGael’s popular sean-nós dancing classes, under the expert tuition of Connemara sean-nós dancer Pádraig Ó hOibicín.

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