Our Lady’s College Galway introduces new PLC QQI Level 5 award in childcare

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

Applications are now being accepted for Our Lady's College 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.

The carefully selected course modules cover a variety of interesting topics including child development, play, and nutrition, as well as the legal and safety aspects of working with young children. In addition to the QQI Level 5 award, students are also offered certification in food hygiene and occupational first aid. Work experience plays a vital role in the course and takes place one day a week throughout the year.

Courses for all levels at the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans more than 30 years and boasts a 100 per cent success rate for all its students.

John Conneely English Classes now enrolling

Thu, Aug 17, 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.

Study QQI Level 5 and 6 courses in Galway Community College

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

The PLC Further Education College in Galway Community College offers QQI Level 5 and 6 courses commencing in September. These are full time courses, offered in six specialist departments: social care; business, IT and secretarial; graphic design and motor technology; film, music, and theatre; sport; and science.

The Galway Education Centre is offering an ideal opportunity..

Mon, Aug 14, 2017

Ever wanted to see the Great Wall of China, follow the ancient path of the Silk Road or visit the Forbidden City in Beijing? Want to bring greater awareness of the Chinese language and culture to your school? Perhaps your company is doing business within the burgeoning Chinese markets and you want to better equip yourself to deal with your Chinese colleagues? The Galway Education Centre is offering an ideal opportunity to prepare for any visit to China with a series of 10 Chinese culture and language classes being offered this autumn.

Tips for parents whose children are receiving Leaving Cert results

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

We are only days away from the release of the Leaving Certificate results.

It is a time when it is easy for students to lose track of all perspective and get caught in the hype of the situation. St Patrick's Mental Health Services has put together a list of tips for parents whose children are due to receive their results.

Fermentation for gut health

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The College of Naturopathic Medicine will host a health talk on fermented foods and their benefits for optimal gut health on Saturday, August 19, at 2pm.

Discover a rewarding career in sports massage and physical therapy

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

Have you thought about a career in treating chronic pain and sports injuries?

Exciting opportunity to start your career in digital sales and marketing with GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

The GRETB Training Centre, Mervue Business Park, Galway, is offering an exciting new career traineeship in digital sales and marketing. If you are looking to upskill or change career and are currently unemployed then this City & Guilds certified traineeship from GRETB could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Digital sales and marketing is the use of digital media to attract and engage with current and potential customers using online advertising, email marketing, and search engine optimisation as examples. It demands analytical and creative skills above those demanded in traditional marketing and advertising.

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

Thu, Aug 03, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans 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 all the students.

Find your dream teaching job with Engage Education

Thu, Aug 03, 2017

Engage Education is an award winning teacher recruitment agency that specialises in matching quality teachers and support staff with schools throughout the United Kingdom. As a current holder of the EducationInvestor Recruitment Service of the Year award, Engage Education focuses on getting to know its teachers in order to find the right school for every individual it works with.

The University of Cambridge CELTA – most recognised TEFL in the world

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among people who want to go travelling or pursue a new career. But which course should you take?

Find your dream teaching job with Engage Education

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

Engage Education is an award winning teacher recruitment agency that specialises in matching quality teachers and support staff with schools throughout the United Kingdom. As a current holder of the EducationInvestor Recruitment Service of the Year award, Engage Education focuses on getting to know its teachers in order to find the right school for every individual it works with.

Professional cookery course offers excellent career options

Thu, Jul 27, 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.

NUI Galway offers MSc in biomedical science via blended learning

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

The MSc in biomedical science (via distance learning/modular) is ideal for those interested earning a master’s degree while remaining in employment. Developed for working graduates of engineering, technology, or science who wish to upskill or change career direction, this flexible programme allows you to complete your degree in two to six years.

New quality and regulatory affairs programme for medtech centre

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

NUI Galway and IT Sligo, in collaboration with ulearning Skillnet, have announced a new programme designed to address the skills shortages in the medtech sector in the areas of quality and regulatory affairs. The NFQ Level 8 certificate in medical technology regulatory affairs and quality programme (30 ECTS) is a one year part-time online programme, and is designed such that candidates can complete the course while in employment.

Find your ideal teaching position with Engage Education

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Engage Education is an award winning teacher recruitment agency that specialises in matching quality teachers and support staff with schools throughout the United Kingdom. As a current holder of the EducationInvestor Recruitment Service of the Year award, Engage Education focuses on getting to know its teachers in order to find the right school for every individual it works with.

Learn the art of beauty make-up and the intricacies of prosthetics

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry.

The University of Cambridge CELTA – most recognised TEFL in the world

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among people who want to go travelling or pursue a new career. But which course should you take?

Professional cookery course offers excellent career options

Thu, Jul 20, 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.

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