Become a professional interior designer

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

The Connacht College of Design is now offering a part-time evening diploma course in professional interior design. The course begins next week in the Maldron Hotel, Oranmore, and bookings are being taken now.

Autumn sean nós dancing classes

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Club Árus na nGael is now registering for its autumn term of sean nós dancing classes.

This 10 week course commences on Monday September 28 with classes to cater for all levels. Beginners' level runs from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, improvers from 7.30pm to 8.30pm, and advanced from 8.30pm to 9.30pm.

QQI level 5 and 6 payroll awards

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

GPA Solutions is delivering its successful QQI level 5 and 6 payroll awards this autumn. These awards will give the learner a working knowledge of the Irish payroll system and provide a valuable qualification to add to one's CV.

The level 5 awards will provide learners with a thorough knowledge of basic PAYE computations to include the cumulative, week 1, and emergency tax basis. Learners will learn and understand PRSI and USC computations, how to deal with starters and leavers, file Revenue forms, and year end procedures. This course will run over four days, one day a week, commencing September 28 in Galway. 

Stop thinking about it, just do it

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

With the start of the new academic year now is the time to be thinking about updating or adding to your skills set.  It is always good to review your job, career, and personal goals and decide what direction you want to take. Taking a course offers many benefits including acquiring new knowledge, the challenge of learning, the recognition it brings, and the sheer thrill of learning new things. So why not stop thinking about it and sign up for a course today.

Pulse College offering a free course in gaming and interactive technologies

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Pulse College has been based in Galway since 2013 and is currently offering a range of full, part-time, and six week introductory courses in games design and development from its modern and spacious city centre campus in Geata na Cathrach on the Fairgreen Road.

Become a certified transport manager

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

If you want to pursue a career in transport, unlock your potential, and gain a recognised qualification then you should consider a Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) in transport management.

Sol y Luna School Of Spanish for primary, secondary and post primary students

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Esther Merino has been running Sol y Luna Language School in Galway for the past number of years and the testimonials from both parents and students speak for themselves of how successful Spanish students with Sol y Luna are.

Georgina Price College of Beauty Therapy 

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

The Georgina Price College of Beauty, Galway is currently enrolling for its 2015/2016 schedule of classes. The college now has limited availability on this very prestigious course and is currently taking appointments for interviews. The full time CIDESCO course will run from September 2015 to May 2016.

QuickBooks ‘hands-on’ one day workshop

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

GPA Solutions will hold a one day workshop on QuickBooks on Saturday October 3, featuring everything you wanted to know about QuickBooks with your questions answered by an expert QuickBooks instructor. 

Practical skills for stress reduction

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Due to popular demand, the Galway Training Centre is running a number of practical skills courses for stress reduction in the coming months. These courses will be run at two different locations, the Galway Technology Centre, Mervue, and also in Naduir, Furbo.  

It’s never too late to learn — beginner bodhran courses  

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

Most households around the country have an old bodhran lying around in a closet somewhere or hanging on a wall, but most people do not know how to play it. Well that is all about to change with Funky Drums Bodhran courses running in the city centre. 

Galway City Comhaltas

Thu, Sep 17, 2015

This autumn/winter why not learn to play traditional Irish music or take up a new musical instrument?

President Higgins and French Ambassador to be guests as Galway marks four decades of twinning

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Uachtarán na hÉireann Michael D Higgins and French Ambassador Jean-Pierre Thébault will be the guests of honour next week when the city opens three days of celebration to mark the fortieth anniversary of its twinning arrangement with Lorient in Brittany.

A political autumn of dread and excitement

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

If it is early September it must be political 'think-in' season, when each of the parties, in turn, descend son hotels in various parts of the country to discuss strategy ahead of the commencement of the new Dáil term.

City Hall gets permission to recruit community centre staff

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

The public service recruitment cap will be waived for two community centres in Galway, allowing the Galway City Council to hire staff for the centres in Knocknacarra and Ballinfoile.

Niall Ó Tuathail to run for Social Democrats in Galway-West

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Niall Ó Tuathail's declaration to run as the Social Democrat candidate for Galway-West in Election 2016 comes as little surprise, despite the fact that he originally announced his candidacy, earlier this year, as an Independent.

Numbers on waiting list and rents set to increase in Galway

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

More than 15,000 people are waiting for a home in Galway city, but Government Housing Policy is doing nothing but copperfastening inequality and insecurity of tenure into the system, representing the "most fundamental change in housing policy since the foundation of the State".

Talented Luisa finally getting recognition for her fancy artwork

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

When you pass a business window in any part of Galway, you will often spot some eye-catching artwork. It could be a cartoon, mural, or a serious message, and it may very well have been completed by Luisa Carthy.

Go Wild in Clarinbridge

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Go Wild In Clarinbridge is a day of free events, taking place on Saturday September 19 from 10am, and continuing throughout the day, with all events related to the local natural environment.

New weight loss and healthy lifestyle programme from Croí delivers results

Thu, Sep 10, 2015

Local heart and stroke charity, Croí, has found its recently launched evidence-based approach to sustainable weight loss and lifestyle management, aimed at those wishing to reduce their risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and obesity, has delivered impressive results for participants.

The CroíMyBalance Programme has evolved from years of working with people who struggle with their weight or have medical risk factors such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. It is designed and delivered by an award-winning team of healthcare experts in medical risk factor management, diet and nutrition, and exercise and fitness. 

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