Open Day Friday this September in Galway Community College Further Education

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Join GCC in the college for its ‘Open Day Fridays’ this September. Choosing a course is one of the most important decisions you will make so why not call in and get the information you need to do it correctly.

Learn your stagecraft at Anam Productions

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

This autumn Anam Productions have courses for aspiring actors at all levels - whether you are a beginner, would like to get some on-stage experience, or want to hone your performance skills to a fine art.

Learn Spanish, onsite and online at The Spanish Institute

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

The Spanish Institute is starting a new term of courses and activities for their students. The Autumn term will start on September 19 and will offer a variety of Spanish group classes to all levels, including preparation for Leaving Cert Exams, as well as private classes. All the classes can be taken either onsite or online.

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Galway-Mayo hosts Virtual Careers Fair

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Galway-Mayo will hold its Virtual Careers Fair on Monday, 3 October 2022, from 11am to 3pm. The platform will enable students and graduates to interact with a large number of employers and is a key event in the university’s academic calendar.

One step to start on a career in counselling — Galway City Counselling

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

I remember on that first day of the introductory course...fear, excitement and as our tutor started to speak about ideas in Counselling. I felt such resonance, and knew in that moment that I had started on an adventure of a lifetime, and now over 20 years later I reflect on the journey, and am thrilled to be a therapist, supervisor and trainer. I still feel the fear and the excitement as I step into the unknown with every client...what a privilege to walk with someone as they step forward into another way.

Galway bodhrán classes — beginner and improver courses now registering

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Everybody has rhythm! And there is never a better time than September to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument! If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start or you are already playing but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level then now is the time.

Get back in touch with your Irish

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Why not learn a new skill or even just to get back into the swing of it? Áras na nGael is offering Irish language classes this Autumn. Fluent and looking to improve your grammar? Looking to get back in touch with your Irish from school?

Or looking to start your Irish language journey from scratch, they offer a wide range classes from beginners Irish to more advanced classes and everything in between there is something for everyone.

Yeats College class jubilant after results

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

The Yeats College class of 2022 were jubilant as they received their long-awaited Leaving Certificate results on Friday. Results achieved by students in this year’s examinations were truly phenomenal, with over 62% of students achieving 500 points or higher this year. Indeed 45% of its students achieved over 550 points. A magnificent 19% of students scored over 600 points, which is an amazing achievement.

Learn French with the French Institute Galway

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Start the Autumn season by joining a French class at the French Institute, Galway`s very own French school, located in the historic Bridge Mills. The friendly staff members are all fully qualified, very experienced, and native; thus ensuring all students are immersed in an authentic linguistic and cultural experience. The new term is starting on September 12.

ICDL - Digital Skills for employability and productivity

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

GRETB Training Centre are offering a fully funded International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) course. This full-time online course starts October 3 2022 for a duration of 20 weeks which includes four weeks’ work placement.

Learn hands-on payroll and bookkeeping skills

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

GRETB Training Centre are offering a fully funded Manual & Computerised Payroll & Bookkeeping course. This full-time in-centre course starts 26 th September 2022 for a duration of 20 weeks which includes four weeks’ work placement.

A holistic approach from Lifeline Ambulance Service Education

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

Lifeline Ambulance Service Education (LASE) is a unique educational body delivering education in the prehospital environment. As Lifeline is a fully operational ambulance service it offers students a holistic approach to their development with the educational syllabus as only one element of the journey.

Pharmacy Retail Counter Assistant Course with GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

A Pharmacy Retail Counter Assistant Course that is exempt from course fees, will start on September 26 at GRETB Training Centre in Mervue, Galway.

New acting course in Galway

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

Launching an exciting NEW ACTING course in Galway, this September!

Autumn at the French Institute

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

Parlez-vous français? Take-up, improve or practise your French this autumn! The French Institute Galway offers a full range of classes for children (from age 4), secondary school students and adults, both daytime and evenings, starting the week of 12th of September.

GRETB Beauty Therapist Traineeship Course in Tuam

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

A new Beauty Therapist Traineeship will be starting in Tuam in October 2022.

GTI launches exciting new courses for 2022

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

We live at a time when planning for the future poses greater challenges than ever. People today must be ready to face many career shifts over their working lives. Galway Technical Institute is dedicated to develop in its students the knowledge and skills needed to prepare for a future in these challenging times. All GTI courses are designed to be of immediate and practical use in the workplace or as a pathway to further study and higher education.

Getting involved and staying connected at Croí na Gaillimhe

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

Croí na Gaillimhe provides a weekly programme of affordable activities to meet the needs of all age groups. Whether you wish to develop a new interest or build on an existing one Croí na Gaillimhe is likely to have different opportunities to support you. Such as: lunch and social club, computer training, art, and crafts, sewing, intergenerational programme and adult learning classes.

For the older adult they encourage active aging by providing: Lunch and Social Club for Older People: €10 – two course lunch + Bingo / Activities. The club meets on Monday and Wednesdays 1pm - 3.30pm. Lunch is served from 1pm – 2pm, delicious hot meals with all dietary needs catered for. Following the lunch club, the social club offers a variety of activities from bingo to floor games, musical afternoons, collaborative arts projects, chair exercise and whatever they can do to serve the interest of their participants. Lunch and social clubs are open to all older people in Galway City and County, numbers permitting.

Cycle repair skills help build the circular economy

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

The next intake of An Mheitheal Rothar’s Local Training Initiative in Cycle Mechanics will run from 10 October. Participants will earn a City & Guilds award in Cycle Mechanics, as well as practical work experience.

Trading Faces Stage School

Thu, Sep 01, 2022

TRADING FACES STAGE SCHOOL has had the pleasure of coaching 4 – 17 year olds for 22 years. A team of experienced coaches create a space where students develop self-confidence, make lasting friendships while having fun.

The teamwork and personal development involved in performances is unlike any other activity. Each Saturday, students enjoy workshops in acting, singing, and dancing in St. Enda’s, Salthill. Exploring popular musicals, students in small groups, take accredited musical theatre exams. Teens with Mamma Mia, juniors with The Little Mermaid and tots with The Toy Shop.

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