CÚRAM's expanded Teachers in Residence Programme 2023-2024 now enrolling for online sessions

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University of Galway, is now enrolling for its Teachers in Residence Programme 2023-2024.

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Enjoy a rewarding career in counselling

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

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. Now, over 20 years later, I reflect on the journey, and I'm thrilled to be a therapist, supervisor and trainer, and 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.

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Are you interested in a career in the medical device sector?

Thu, Sep 14, 2023

If you are interested in pursuing a career in the medical device industry but are not sure if it is for you, GRETB may have the solution.

GRETB will run a six-week cleanroom operations course to help you gain the required skills and confidence for the industry.

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Dominican College in Taylor's Hill commends Leaving Cert students for their resilience and performance

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Dominican College in Taylor's Hill have commended the resilience and performance of their 2023 Leaving Cert pupils which they said enable them to plan their next stage of education and ultimately the world of work.

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University of Galway Students’ Union launches practical training for students

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

University of Galway Students’ Union has launched its Life Skills courses for the 2023/24 academic year.

The Students’ Union has been running a wide range of subsidised courses since 2009 for the 19,000 students of University of Galway with the aim of increasing their practical knowledge. These courses help to improve the employment prospects of students during and after college by boosting their CVs. The courses also teach them important life skills including how to save lives.

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University of Galway Students’ Union launches practical training for students

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

University of Galway Students’ Union has launched its Life Skills courses for the 2023/24 academic year.

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Group bodhrán classes

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

Everybody has rhythm, and there is no better time than now 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, now is the time. The hugely popular Bodhrán Magic adult group beginner courses are registering now and starting very soon in the city centre at a school venue with very easy and free parking. Simply park at the door and go in and play.

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Galway Youth Orchestra embarks on its 41st season

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

The Galway Youth Orchestra is set to begin its 41st season of rehearsals and concerts, commencing with auditions scheduled for Saturday, September 9, from 10am to 12 noon at Colaiste na Coiribe, Bothar Baile Burca, Ballymoneen Road, Galway.

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Enjoy a rewarding career in counselling

Thu, Sep 07, 2023

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. Now, over 20 years later, I reflect on the journey, and I'm thrilled to be a therapist, supervisor and trainer, and 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.

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Croí na Gaillimhe is empowering older people and welcoming International Protection applicants in Galway city

Thu, Aug 31, 2023

Since 2009, Croí na Gaillimhe, a resource centre of St Vincent de Paul based in Mill Street, Galway, has been working to reduce social isolation by welcoming people on the margins into the “heart of Galway”.

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Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre – a QQI accredited TEFL training centre

Thu, Aug 31, 2023

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre, a Department of Education recognised training institute now in its 37th year of business, is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition and EAQUALS, Quality English, ACELS and QQI accreditation.

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Leaving Certification results Coláiste an Eachréidh

Mon, Aug 28, 2023

1.  (Left to right) Culann Stevens, Adam Ó Cuinneagáin and Conor Mac Liam.

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Galway's new ballet school aims to make lessons accessible for everyone

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Ballet teacher Eilis Heneghan has been dancing since she was six years old, and her passion for ballet saw her qualify as an ISTD teacher during the pandemic. Now, she is bringing her love of ballet to children and teenagers in Galway through her dance school, Na hEalaí Damhsa.

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Get ready for back to school with tips from Ireland’s top professional organisers

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

As the new school year beckons it can be hard to get back to a regular routine. The key is planning ahead.

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Galway Childcare Committee launches newsletter

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Galway Childcare Committee is launching a new e-newsletter for parents and guardians. The newsletter will provide up to date information on the National Childcare Policy and Programmes, in addition to eligible childcare subsidies such as the National Childcare Scheme (NCS) and the Early Childhood Care and Education Scheme (ECCE). Information on local events and projects which may interest families, such as community garden events, library initiatives and beach school experiences, will also be provided.

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Are you looking for a new job or a change in career? Maybe a Springboard course can help.

Thu, Aug 24, 2023

Springboard courses are part of a fantastic Government initiative which offer free or heavily subsidised courses at certificate, degree and masters level, aimed at graduates, the unemployed, employed or those wanting to start their own business. Most of the Springboard courses are one year or less but there are some two year masters. Springboard courses are aligned with the National Framework Qualifications (NFQ) and are stackable, meaning that you can complete a certificate (Level 6) and or a postgraduate diploma (Level 7) and then progress onto a masters (Level 9). There are more than 250 Springboard courses being offered by universities across the country. These courses were designed to supply industry with specific areas of knowledge and expertise, particularly where there was a skills shortage. These areas include green skills, climate change, digital marketing, manufacturing, engineering and innovation.

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New plan will see uptick in public service apprenticeships

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris and Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform Pascal Donohoe have this week launched the Public Service Apprenticeship Plan 2022-2025, which aims to grow the number of annual apprenticeship registrations across the public service, including local authorities, to 750 by 2025.

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GRETB Training Centre launches new digital marketing course for retail

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Are you interested in working in the dynamic and exciting, fast paced and ever-changing retail sector? GRETB Training Centre in Mervue, Galway has designed and is launching a new fully funded course in retail skills and digital marketing.

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GTI launches new media production traineeship

Thu, Aug 17, 2023

Galway Technical Institute has announced the launch of its new media production assistant traineeship, based in the institute's Spiddal campus and commencing next month. This traineeship is for anyone with a real passion for film and TV, who hopes to build a career in the screen sector. The traineeship aims to produce the kind of technically and creatively multi-skilled individuals required in a rapidly developing industry.

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Bring Irish into your life with a class at Áras na nGael

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

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?

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