Open day at Galway Technical Institute

Thu, Feb 28, 2019

The annual Galway Technical Institute (GTI) open day will take place on Tuesday March 5 from 10am to 4pm. The open day is an opportunity to explore the GTI campus, find out about the exciting courses on offer, and participate in lively events throughout the college. GTI welcomes both school leavers and mature learners who wish to retrain or upskill.

Open day activities and talks are arranged to demonstrate how learning takes place at GTI. Prospective students will be able to chat with current students and teachers about the different courses on offer within each department and get a genuine sense of what makes GTI such a success. The college uses a learning-by-doing approach that moves learners from the classroom and into real world experiences.

‘What herbal remedies can I use to improve my energy?’

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Herbs that positively affect energy levels are called adaptogens. Adaptogens increase vitality by reducing the energy drain that accompanies intense emotional, mental, or physical exertion. Exertion of any form over a sustained period will deplete us by creating hormonal and sugar imbalances often presenting as fatigue, low mood, poor sleep, or sugar cravings.

‘What herbal remedies can I use to improve my energy?’

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Herbs that positively affect energy levels are called adaptogens. Adaptogens increase vitality by reducing the energy drain that accompanies intense emotional, mental, or physical exertion. Exertion of any form over a sustained period will deplete us by creating hormonal and sugar imbalances often presenting as fatigue, low mood, poor sleep, or sugar cravings.

Mindful self-compassion training

Thu, Feb 21, 2019

Are you considering improving your health and wellbeing this year?

Nowadays we have so many choices, diet, outdoor exercise, or going to the gym. But is there one area that you could focus on that would improve your wellbeing, build your resilience, and allow you to thrive in the face of life’s challenges? Experts are increasingly focusing on our mental wellbeing.

New Sunday schedule for Kairos two year diploma training

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

There has been great interest from people who want to undertake Kairos therapy training on Sundays. Local training provider Maureen Maloney-Faherty has responded to this need by offering a course designed to meet the busy schedules of individuals.

QQI Level 4 horticulture programme on offer in Galway

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

National Learning Network, Ireland's leading provider of inclusive training, education and employment access services, is now enrolling for its very popular two year QQI certified horticulture programme.

Open day at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry in Galway has a wide variety of diploma courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you are just starting out and would like to become a professional make-up artist, or you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and would like to enhance your skills, the college has courses designed to suit.

New Sunday schedule for Kairos two year diploma training

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

There has been great interest from people who want to undertake Kairos therapy training on Sundays. Local training provider Maureen Maloney-Faherty has responded to this need by offering a course designed to meet the busy schedules of individuals.

Maureen Maloney-Faherty, BA Psychology, CMT, KIM has more than 35 years' experience working with clients and teaching practitioners to work with human emotional energy fields.

Open evening at St Nicholas’ Parochial School

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

St Nicholas’ Parochial primary school will hold an open evening on Wednesday February 13 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm. On this evening parents will have an opportunity to take a tour of the school, to meet the teachers and parents, and have a cup of tea and a chat.

Accredited one-year business and executive coach training programme

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

The next Coach Institute of Ireland one-year Business and Executive Coach Training Programme will begin in Galway on Thursday and Friday, April 4 and 5. The programme will be facilitated two full days a month from April to December, with a break for July and August.

Exciting new further education courses at Galway Community College GRETB

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Galway Community College continues to offer full time further education courses at Level 5 and 6. The GCC tutors are continually developing new courses and modules in line with industry trends in employment and links to higher education. New courses will commence at GCC in September 2019 in business, science, film, trades, sport, and IT.

Payroll 2019 courses in Galway

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

This year has seen some mandatory changes to how payroll is processed. GPA Solutions has scheduled a one day course in Thesaurus payroll on February 25 and a one day course in Collsoft payroll on February 26 in Galway.

Learn to jive in February

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

A new four week total beginner jive course will start next month in a number of venues in Galway city and county.

How to cope with seasonal affective disorder

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is an annually occurring state of low mood and spirits, thought to be triggered by the reduced daylight hours of the colder months. While the mechanism behind SAD is not fully understood, there are several ways we can help ourselves combat SAD.

Open day at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Feb 07, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry in Galway has a wide variety of diploma courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you are just starting out and would like to become a professional make-up artist, or you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and would like to enhance your skills, the college has courses designed to suit.

Learn to jive in February

Thu, Jan 31, 2019

A new four week total beginner jive course will start next month in a number of venues in Galway city and county.

Learn the art of beauty make-up and the intricacies of prosthetics with the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jan 31, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 30 years, specialising in make-up artistry. The school's trainers are all highly skilled with many years' experience in the industry and are eager to share their knowledge with the students.

Applying psychology at work

Thu, Jan 31, 2019

Are you a business owner, human resource manager/director, training and development professional, engineering or production manager, an educator, a social worker, or a health care professional? Have you ever wondered what really goes on in the minds of your employees at work, and would you like to be able to apply a little psychology when getting things done within your organisation?

Award ceremony for the participants on GRETB and FIT software development pilot

Thu, Jan 31, 2019

Participants in the City & Guilds and QQI Level 5 and 6 courses in software development from the ICT AP pilot programme received their certificates recently.

Payroll 2019 courses in Galway

Thu, Jan 24, 2019

This year has seen some mandatory changes to how payroll is processed. GPA Solutions has scheduled a one day course in Thesaurus payroll on January 29 and a one day course in Collsoft payroll on January 30, in Galway.

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