New €12m GRETB apprenticeship training facility opens in Mervue

Thu, Jul 04, 2024

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Patrick O’Donovan officially opened the new apprenticeship training facility in Galway Roscommon ETB’s Mervue Campus on Monday.

Begin an exciting career in IT support with the GRETB

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

The GRETB Training Centre Mervue are currently recruiting for the IT Support Specialist Course.

This course will commence in September 2024 and offers trainees excellent opportunities to gain Microsoft and CompTIA certifications. The certifications delivered are globally recognised and provide a key knowledge base for anyone wanting to begin a career in IT support.

Gain industry-aligned skills with Innopharma Education.

Thu, Jun 27, 2024

Innopharma Education deliver QQI-accredited certificate, degree and post graduate programmes. As a result of its focus on high-demand sectors including BioPharma, MedTech, digital transformation and food science, many of their courses commencing in September 2024 have received Springboard+ or HCI funding.

CAO Change of Mind: completing the form

Thu, Jun 20, 2024

Now that you have completed the Leaving Cert, some of you may have had more time to reflect and think further about your CAO choices and you may possibly change your preferences and therefore want to complete the CAO Change of Mind form. The Change of Mind submission closing date is fast approaching and is closing on July 1, 2024 at 17:00. This online Change of Mind form allows those who have originally applied to a college or university through the CAO to alter or change the course preferences they originally submitted. The CAO Change of Mind form does not allow you to submit a new application if you have not previously applied. The Change of Mind form allows you to remove or reorganise your previous choices or add new courses with the exception of ‘restricted application’ courses. There is a list of these available at www.cao.ie.

Educational pathways: explore GCC's varied course offerings

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Galway Community College (GCC) Further Education offers a diverse range of courses tailored to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for successful careers in various fields. The extensive selection of courses across multiple disciplines is closely aligned with industry needs and the pathways they create for further education and employment.

Coláiste an Chreagáin's end of year success

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

This was the second year Coláiste an Chreagáin’s science and engineering students were involved in the VEX Robotics school’s competition (hosted by ATU and sponsored by Boston Scientific). The competition is the culmination of months of hard work by students designing, building, trouble-shooting, and coding their robot – “Louise”. The school’s robotic club ran by science teacher Ms O’Dea, encourages and supports the development of future engineers and scientists.

Mental health check for Leaving Certs 2024

Thu, Jun 13, 2024

Inevitably this time of year many students and their parents/guardians may suffer burnout. How do you know that you are close to burnout or that the people around you are close to burnout? What does your energy and efficiency look like at the moment? Do you need to slow down and take stock? Are you experiencing any of the following?

1. Low energy.

University of Galway - Adult Learning Information Evening

Mon, Jun 10, 2024

The Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development are hosting their annual Information Evening on campus on Thursday June 20, 2024 from 5.30-7.30pm in the Human Biology Building. They are delighted to announce their part-time courses offerings for 2024/25 including their Springboard+ courses and the new learner subsidy for Micro-credentials. Springboard+ and Human Capital Initiative (HCI) funded courses are 100% funded for the unemployed and returners, and 90% funded for employed.

Empowering Futures: GRETB and ATU’s accessible education routes

Thu, Jun 06, 2024

Imagine dreaming of a nursing career like Kate Roche from Gort, Co Galway, but facing challenges with college entry requirements. Fortunately, there’s an excellent alternative route available. The new education programme from Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB), in partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU), offers a way to earn a degree without the traditional barriers.

University’s Access Centre celebrates 25 years

Thu, May 30, 2024

The Access Centre at University of Galway has marked 25 years of creating opportunities for people to find pathways into higher education.

Mental Health check for Leaving Certs 2024

Thu, May 23, 2024

Patricia O’Flaherty,
Guidance Counsellor

Lights, camera action - new and improved acting performance course rolled out in Galway

Thu, May 23, 2024

Have you ever dreamed a little dream of acting on stage under the lights or in film or TV, in front of the camera? Have you wondered where you should go to make this goal a reality?

GRETB Apprenticeship Graduations 2024 highlights programmes success and growth

Thu, May 23, 2024

The recent GRETB (Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board) graduation ceremony highlighted the success and growth of apprenticeship programmes throughout Galway and Roscommon.

BT Young Scientist Exhibition brings forward the submission date for 2025 event

Thu, May 09, 2024

From this week, Galway's students and aspiring applicants of the upcoming BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) can register for the 2025 event, and make use of the three month time advantage given by organisers to develop and brainstorm their ideas.

CAO releases 2024 offers schedule

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Central Applications Office (CAO) has this week announced the date for Round One offers.

Boost your IT skills with a home-based computer course

Thu, May 02, 2024

Personalised training courses at National Learning Network give students the stepping stone to success, in a supportive and flexible environment. In NLN's Galway centre, courses are available for people aged 18 to 65 who have autism, mental health issues, social anxiety, disabilities or learning difficulties, or for people who had a setback and need support to get their life back on track.

Galway & Roscommon ETB core values take centre stage at national education symposium

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

More than 200 principals and teachers from across Ireland’s 16 education and training boards, including Galway & Roscommon ETB, who gathered at a national symposium 'Let’s Talk Ethos' in Athlone this week to reflect on their core values, have heard that the previously “uncontested” core value of equality can be the most challenging to implement.

Open day at Beauty Therapy College Tuam

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Are you interested in a career as a beauty therapist? Beauty Therapy College - Tuam, H54 XN28 is hosting an open day on Friday, May 3, between 10am and 12.30pm.

Open day at Beauty Therapy College Tuam

Wed, Apr 24, 2024

Are you interested in a career as a beauty therapist? Beauty Therapy College - Tuam, H54 XN28 is hosting an open day on Friday, May 3, between 10am and 12.30pm.

Galway & Roscommon ETB core values take centre stage at national education symposium

Wed, Apr 24, 2024

More than 200 principals and teachers from across Ireland’s 16 education and training boards, including Galway & Roscommon ETB, who gathered at a national symposium 'Let’s Talk Ethos' in Athlone this week to reflect on their core values, have heard that the previously “uncontested” core value of equality can be the most challenging to implement.

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