How is Gaming Changing in Ireland?

Tue, Aug 29, 2017

Online gaming has become a truly democratic industry. This isn’t an industry suitable only for gamers sitting at home on their own spending hours tapping away on their laptop; this is an industry for young and old, male and female. With these changing demographics comes a wealth of other changes. After all, this is a landscape that has moved from individuals gaming against themselves or against the computer, to one where collaborative activities like eSports and, indeed, betting on eSports is a common practice. In these competitions, gamers can watch the top players compete in what has now been labelled a serious sport (some people are even calling for eSports to become a part of the Olympic Games).

People of the Tribes: Meet Sinead

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

My name is Sinead Sheridan, born and bred in Galway city and now residing in Furbo Spiddal where I'm in the process of building my forever home. I am a Galway girl through and through. I have lived and worked in Galway my whole life. I became a blogger here, worked in retail, opened my own vintage store, organised fashion charity events and for the last five years ran my style market "Flea Style" once a month around the city, next Market is oct 15th Aras na Gael, I can wait!! I have met a whole load of great Galway people along my journey and I just love walking through my city and saying hello to these people who are all still grafting away keeping Galway lit with their talents and motivation. Galway is such a small vibrant little city where everyone knows somebody that you know, a City of Tribes.

Keep borders glowing for a golden end to Summer

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

Do you ever find your garden is lacking in late summer colour? Sometimes June and July can be the best months in the garden and by August and September, there isn’t much happening in the borders to bring colour and movement. Early flowering perennials have gone over and most flowering shrubs do their thing in spring and early summer, leaving them green and unexciting for the rest of the year.

People of the Tribes : Meet Aonghus O'Flaherty.

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

With a surname like "O'Flaherty" I can only be from one place - Connemara! So anyone who knows their Anglo Norman history of Galway will regard me as a trespasser! I'm ambidextrous, which is both unusual as well as useless! I lived and worked in Dublin for almost 10 years but I always itched to move back to Galway. I live in the city centre now. I had a "good job" in a "good company" in Dublin but it wasn't for me. I always wanted to start my own business and I felt Galway was the perfect place to do it. So I quit my job and moved back. Galway is probably the only place in the world where doing something that stupid is completely acceptable - that's something I love about it! Galway is unique. It has an energy that's difficult to describe. You can't manufacture or recreate it. And many places try. There's an authenticity to it. I think that's why we've been awarded the European Capital of Culture. Every busker, every building and every local business combine to give it its "Je ne sais quio". The streets are soaked in character.

Galway stylist announced as one of the Sebastian Professional 2017 Cult team!

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

Sinead Lee from Sinead Lee Hair Design will work with the Sebastian Professional Cult team at the Wella Professional annual Trend Vision Awards 2017 UK and Ireland.

People of the Tribes : Meet Alexandra.

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

I'm originally from Poland. I first came to Galway just to save money and go back after 1 year but I fell in love with the city. I'm now living in Galway nearly 11 years now with a beautiful 4-year-old boy. I worked in childcare for years and recently some friends of mine decided to set up a new business in the heart of Eyre Square. They asked me to join the team! A new adventure, it is very exciting and time to try something different. The owners Monika and Dan sent me to Kraków to study natural products which is great because I love everything to do with organic or natural food and cosmetics. Galway to me is a wonderful place. There is something here for everyone. Shop street on a good day or bad day is amazing because of all the music one can hear. Great restaurants and night life too!

People of the Tribes : Meet Lisa.

Mon, Aug 28, 2017

Réalta School of Speech and Drama celebrates its first birthday.

Fri, Aug 25, 2017

On September 1st, Réalta School of Speech and Drama celebrates its first birthday! Based in Galway but reaching all around the west, Réalta was established by Speech and Drama teacher, Michelle O’ Grady. Michelle established a school whereby she would run 1:1 drama sessions for children with Autism, travelling to their homes all around the West and in spaces throughout Galway city.

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.

Paul Healy, who completed the course recently, described it as "time well spent".

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.

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.

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