Sol y Luna School of Spanish for primary secondary students and adults

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

Sol y Luna Language School in Galway has been serving students’ needs for the past number of years and the testimonials from both parents and students speak for themselves of how successful it is.

Professional cookery course offers excellent career options

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

If you have an interest in food and would like to work with food now is the time to do it. There are currently up to 5,000 vacancies for qualified chefs in Ireland. The Irish International Hotel and Catering School can help to get you on the right track to start your career. It offers a full-time and part-time Level 5 QQI major award in professional cookery. Both programmes include a six-week work placement which in the majority of cases leads to a full time job or the opportunity to progress to the Level 6 programme.

Mindful self-compassion training

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

Our evolved brain is more concerned with our safety and obtaining resources than with our happiness. This can lead to a narrowing of our perception. For example, if while shopping you are received well in five shops but the sales assistant in the sixth shop is unpleasant, what will you remember about your shopping trip later that evening, the five pleasant sales assistants or the unpleasant one?

Sign up for classes and activities at Croí na Gaillimhe

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

Croí na Gaillimhe will hold its biannual registration morning on Tuesday September 12 from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

Open day at the French Institute

Thu, Aug 31, 2017

The French Institute Galway will hold an open day on Saturday September 9 from 11am to 4pm at the historic Bridge Mills. Its director Brigitte Demay O’Carroll and her staff of qualified native teachers will be in attendance to answer your questions. Free assessment tests can be taken on the day.

School leavers — get support taking the next step with National Learning Network

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Have you recently left school and want to get a qualification, but you are not sure about college? If you need extra support to continue with further training one of National Learning Network’s 50 training centres around the country could be the answer.

John Conneely English Classes now enrolling

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

For 28 years John Conneely English Classes has been an important part of students’ lives in Co Galway and Co Clare, helping them to maximise their grades in both the Leaving and Junior Certificate examinations.

Learn Irish with Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Ar mhaith leat feabhas a chur ar do chuid Gaeilge? Tosóidh ranganna in Áras na nGael ón 18 Meán Fómhair. Cuirfear ranganna ar fáil ag an mbunleibhéal, meánleibhéal agus ardleibhéal. Déan teagmháil le clárú agus rang oiriúnach duit féin a aimsiú.

New term starts September 18 at the Galway Study Centre

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Bookings have been ongoing since early June for the weekly afterschool and Saturday classes which the Galway Study Centre offers to Leaving Cert, fifth year, and Junior Cert students from September 18. Nearly all subjects are offered with a good choice of days and times available, especially at Leaving Cert level. Study skills classes will also commence from late September and will run once per week for four weeks.

Kickstart your medtech career for free

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Getting your foot in the door is one of the hardest parts. Perhaps you are already working and want to learn new skills, or maybe you are a homemaker looking to re-enter the workforce. Whatever your position, the free Springboard+ Level 6 certificate in pharmaceutical and medical device operations from Innopharma College of Applied Science will give you the tools you need to succeed.

Become a certified transport manager

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

If you want to pursue a career in transport, unlock your potential, and gain a recognised qualification then you need a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in transport management. This certificate, which is awarded by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, qualifies you as a transport manager and also entitles you to set up a haulage or bus passenger business.

GRETB Training Centre to hold open day

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

The GRETB Training Centre will launches its range of training courses for autumn 2017 at its open day next month.

The GRETB Training Centre open day 2017 takes place on Wednesday September 6 from 10.30am to 3.30pm.

Murray & Spelman (financial services) to provide apprenticeship degree programme

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Murray & Spelman has just announced its participation in Ireland's first degree apprenticeship programme, BA (hons) in insurance practice. The Insurance Institute, in collaboration with IT Sligo and a steering group of cross industry representatives, developed this three-year programme which combines academic learning with practical on-the-job-training.

Our Lady’s College Galway introduces new PLC QQI Level 5 award in childcare

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Our Lady’s College is now accepting applications for its QQI Level 5 award in childcare. The course will commence this September in the college’s Newtownsmith campus and is designed to facilitate learners who wish to care for young children in a variety of settings or who wish to pursue further studies.

Career training and upskilling

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

No matter what your level of education or qualifications are, career training or upskilling can be a valuable addition to your CV or career development. The Western Management Centre offers different levels of training in a variety of business topics. Courses on offer include APICS production and inventory management, QQI employment law, QQI business management, and QQI public relations. These qualifications are highly regarded by employers as they are tailored to current business practices and procedures.

QQI degree in holistic counselling and psychotherapy at ICPPD Athlone and Galway

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

The International College for Personal and Professional Development (ICPPD) is offering a part-time degree in holistic counselling and psychotherapy, commencing again in September 2017 in Athlone and Galway. This three-year degree programme is validated by Quality Qualifications of Ireland (QQI), ensuring it is an internationally recognised programme and qualification. ICPPD is a specialist in the field of holistic counselling and psychotherapy training and education.

Professional cookery course offers excellent career options

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

If you have an interest in food and would like to work with food now is the time to do it. There are currently up to 5,000 vacancies for qualified chefs in Ireland. The Irish International Hotel and Catering School can help to get you on the right track to start your career. It offers a full-time and part-time Level 5 QQI major award in professional cookery. Both programmes include a six-week work placement which in the majority of cases leads to a full time job or the opportunity to progress to the Level 6 programme. The IIHCS has established itself over the last 10 years as one of the west’s premier providers of third level education, specialising in full time professional cookery and business administration at QQI Level 5 and 6 major awards. Each programme can be completed in one year and is accredited by QQI.

GMIT sees increase in demand for business, engineering, design, and science courses

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

Demand has increased for engineering, science, design, and business degree courses in GMIT this year compared to last, the 2017 CAO figures show.

October open days at Coláiste Íde

Thu, Aug 24, 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.

Explore your options at GTI

Thu, Aug 24, 2017

GTI, west of Ireland’s largest college of further education and training, is now accepting applications for courses commencing in September 2017. Check out www.gti.ie where you will find an extensive range of full-time courses including some exciting new study options for 2017.

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