St Nicholas' Parochial School now enrolling
Thu, Nov 04, 2021
St Nicholas’ Parochial Primary School is now taking enrolments for the 2022 – 2023 academic year. St Nicholas’ Parochial 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 the central location of St Nicholas’ Parochial School, the pupils have the opportunity to attend many different educational events held in Galway’s many cultural hubs. Even in the current environment, the school can still make the most of the surroundings by going for walks in the local parks, by the River Corrib, and taking classes outdoors.
Read more ...Cleanroom, packaging, and environmental awareness course at GRETB Training Centre
Thu, Nov 04, 2021
GRETB Training Centre is offering a cleanroom, packaging, and environmental awareness course which gives job seekers an opportunity to gain a Level 5 qualification, work experience, and ultimately employment in the cutting-edge sector of medical device technology and general manufacturing areas.
The cleanroom, packaging, and environmental awareness course commencing on the November 8 will provide participants with an insight into the controlled environment, while also affording them with the competencies required to successfully contribute to the wider manufacturing Industry.
Read more ...New Computer Driving Licence course with GRETB Training Centre
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
GRETB Training Centre is now offering a fully funded International Computer Driving Licence course (ICDL), formerly ECDL. This course starts November 15 and runs for 20 weeks, which includes four weeks work placement.
Read more ...Welcome to Coláiste Muire Máthair
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
Newly amalgamated Catholic coeducational voluntary secondary school on St Mary’s Road. The school is under the joint trusteeship of CEIST and the Diocese of Galway, Kilmacduagh, and Kilfenora. It opened its doors this autumn to 175 first years and they were joined two days later by 519 students from the former St Mary’s College and Our Lady’s College, Galway.
Read more ...Beauty therapist – a rewarding career
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
A new beauty therapist traineeship is starting on November 8 in Tuam, Co Galway.
Read more ...St Nicholas' Parochial School now enroling
Thu, Oct 28, 2021
St Nicholas’ Parochial Primary School is now taking enrolments for the 2022 – 2023 academic year. St. Nicholas’ Parochial 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 the central location of St Nicholas’ Parochial School, the pupils have the opportunity to attend many different educational events held in Galway’s many cultural hubs. Even in the current environment, the school can still make the most of the surroundings by going for walks in the local parks, by the River Corrib, and taking classes outdoors.
Read more ...Start a new and exciting career or upskill at the Glam Gals Academy
Thu, Oct 21, 2021
Glam Gals Academy offers courses in gel nail extensions, threading, tanning, gel polish, brow lamination, lash lift, and specialised waxing.
Read more ...Pharmacy retail counter assistant course with GRETB Training Centre
Thu, Oct 21, 2021
A pharmacy retail counter assistant course that is exempt from course fees, will start on November 1 at GRETB Training Centre in Mervue, Galway.
Pharmacy sales assistants deal professionally with customers on a large range of health, personal care, and beauty issues. They are well groomed, enjoy dealing with people, and enjoy work that is varied, fulfilling, and rewarding. This course equips you with skills needed to perform various tasks assigned to pharmacy assistants in a fast-growing industry.
Read more ...Practical French for beginners
Thu, Oct 21, 2021
Have you ever felt confused when travelling to a country where you do not speak the language? Do you want to improve your soft skills for your resume? Are you simply interested in the French culture or in learning a new language? Are you tired of the language learning apps?
Read more ...Coláiste Éinde - supporting students to reach their potential
Thu, Oct 14, 2021
Coláiste Éinde is a co-educational, voluntary, secondary school situated in Salthill, catering for boys and girls from first year to Leaving Certificate. For nearly a century, the school has helped students mature into young adults with a balance of knowledge, experience, and values that enables them to enjoy fulfilling lives and rewarding careers. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Galway, today’s vibrant school community continues in this proud tradition of excellence in education.
A recent Whole School Evaluation by the Department of Education praised the school’s positive atmosphere of care, support, and affirmation, with Coláiste Éinde’s dedicated staff providing an extensive programme of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to support the holistic development of students. Coláiste Éinde is proud of its happy and positive environment which ensures that all its students are cherished equally and allowed to develop their own individuality in a comfortable and safe setting. Parents are encouraged to show a keen interest in their children's education and parent-teacher liaison is viewed as vital in encouraging progress.
Read more ...Beginners Mandarin language courses for adults and children
Thu, Oct 14, 2021
The Confucius Institute's Mandarin language course is suitable for beginners or those with some basic knowledge of Mandarin. The aim of this non-accredited course is to enable students to feel confident in communicating in everyday situations with Chinese native speakers, and to give insights into the Chinese culture and way of life.
Read more ...NUI Galway awards gold medals for civic engagement
Thu, Oct 14, 2021
A junior doctor and a speech and language therapist have been awarded gold medals for civic engagement by NUI Galway.
Dr Rosemary James, a graduate of medicine in 2021, was honoured by the School of Medicine for her outstanding community outreach and volunteering, as well as research in global health.
Read more ...Join St Angela’s College virtual open day on October 22
Thu, Oct 14, 2021
College open days are hugely important as prospective students explore options when deciding their CAO preferences, and although venues are gradually opening up again, St Angela’s College,Sligo, will once again offer a virtual event for those interested in the courses available for 2022.
Read more ...Places available on Motor Technology at Galway Community College of Further Education
Thu, Oct 07, 2021
Galway Community College (GCC) continues to offer a wide range of further education courses. The college offers a unique and very practical course in the form of Motor Technology whereby students get first-hand experience in small student centered learning environment. The eight modules include Motor Vehicle Practice, Motor Vehicle Theory, Engineering Workshop Processes, Communications, Auto Electricity, AutoCAD, Mathematics, Work Experience .
Read more ...Want a career as an IT support specialist?
Thu, Oct 07, 2021
The GRETB Training centre Mervue are currently recruiting for the IT Support Specialist Traineeship.
Read more ...GMIT Dept of Building and Civil Engineering offers new postgrad programmes
Thu, Oct 07, 2021
GMIT School of Engineering is offering two new postgraduate programmes for employees in the Built Environment sector who wish to upskill and receive a qualification in the broad areas of the Irish Building Regulations and Leadership in the Circular Economy.
Read more ...Places available on retail pharmacy course in GCC
Thu, Sep 30, 2021
The QQI Level 5 retail pharmacy assistant course at Galway Community College Further Education will equip learners with the relevant knowledge and experience to work as a pharmacy counter assistant or pursue a pharmacy technician qualification in the future. From dispensing over-the-counter medications, and helping clients choose medical aids and appliances, to demonstrating and selling products, this course will also focus on a range of health related subjects relevant to employment as a pharmacy assistant.
The emphasis will be on providing learners with specialist knowledge on over-the-counter medicines, beauty products, nutrition, customer services, and retail selling. Work experience is an essential element of the course, where students complete their placement in local pharmacies throughout the year.
Read more ...NUI Galway Students’ Union launch Walktober Step Challenge
Mon, Sep 27, 2021
NUI Galway Students’ Union this morning launched the Walktober Step Challenge to encourage staff and students to walk and build up to 10,000 steps per day by the end of October.
Read more ...Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre to hold open day on September 28
Thu, Sep 23, 2021
Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, Galway's oldest language school and a Department of Education recognised training institute, now in its 34th year of business, will hold an open day on September 28. The centre welcomes anyone interested in studying with it to drop by, where the team will have information on the foreign language programme, TEFL courses, and English language classes.
Read more ...Galway Executive Skillnet launches autumn training schedule
Thu, Sep 23, 2021
Galway Executive Skillnet (GES) has launched its autumn training schedule with some exciting new programmes to help businesses emerge “from survival to growth” post-Covid.
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