Education courses in Ireland

This one day training explores an alternative approach to drug misuse prevention, using environmental education as a resource for positive personal development.

Details of 2014 course to be announced shortly. Please email [email protected] to request further information on the 2014 training dates. This part time programme leading to a component certificate in Community Participation FETAC Level 3 explores community development principles including empowerment, participation & sustainability in theory and in practise. Community issues & responses are elaborated…

EPV Accredited training for primary school teachers: Approved by the Department of Education and Skills for primary teachers Extra Personnel Vacation (EPV) days. What This one-week course will help primary school teachers to bring issues around sustainability and the environment to life in an accessible hands-on way, providing examples of easy-to-run lessons and activities, and…

This short course explores ways to plan, develop and integrate environmental education methodologies within different curriculum frameworks and/or in alignment with specific learning outcomes. 70 ECO-UNESCO Members, students, unwaged, young people under 25 | 80 Voluntary and Community Sector | 90 Statutory Special Group Offer: 2 people from the same organisation get a 10% discount

Details of the 2013 course was as follows: Up-skill and improve your job prospects in the growing green economy with Eco UNESCO s Introduction to Sustainable Development FETEC L5. This course develops an understanding of current topics such as Sustainability Quality of life Sustainable communities Fair trade Environmental auditing Carrying capacity. The course content is…

This one-day training examines recent developments in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Participants will learn how to develop a peer education approach centred on the principles of sustainability and leadership and be able to engage young people in issues of Sustainable Development and examine how the principles of Sustainable Development tie into their lives.

This EPV approved training course introduces environmental education and helps teachers and leaders to integrate ECO-Watchers themes into their work with young people. Participants will: Understand what environmental education is Know how environmental education complements class room teaching in relation to energy, climate and waste education Be familiar with environmental education methodologies Be inspired to…

This EPV approved training course introduces environmental education and helps teachers and leaders to integrate ECO-Watchers themes into their work with young people. Participants will: Understand what environmental education is Know how environmental education complements class room teaching in relation to energy, climate and waste education Be familiar with environmental education methodologies Be inspired to…

This free online course teaches the essential skills and knowledge to excel in sourcing, purchasing, and procurement. Are you interested in mastering the art of sourcing, purchasing, and procurement? Then this course is for you. The ability to effectively source and purchase goods and services is vital for maintaining a competitive edge in business. This…

First Aid Responder Course This three-day EMTS FAR Course is recognised by the Health and Safety Authority as the standard for first aid at work and meets the requirements of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work regulations as well as the Child and Family Agency (TUSLA) as the standard for child care. It covers areas…

This is a fresh new approach, based on a flexible menu that allows you to pick and choose the courses that you want from a list of options. You can choose to undertake 1 course and attend 1 afternoon per week or you can do 2, 3 or 4 courses at a time. You can…

Food Facts: Nutrition for Everyday Life Course Description: This is a fun and engaging evidence-based course where you will learn about everyday Nutrition and how to build into your meals.  This course is for anyone who enjoys food, is interested in nutrition and confused by conflicting nutritional advice out there.  The objective of this course…

This course is suitable for anyone with or without knowledge of French polishing in furniture and who wish to develop their creative and making skills.

Start your journey to becoming a cosmetologist by learning essential beauty treatments in this free online course. Do you wish to work in a salon or start your own beauty company? We have designed this course to teach you the fundamentals of cosmetology, including health and safety tips to observe in the salon. In addition,…

In this free online course, learn about identifying and reporting domestic violence and abuse in children and adults. Domestic violence is common and many adults and children experience some sort in their lifetime. This course examines how to report abuse and explores the signs of abuse in a relationship. We will discuss different types and…

This free online course explains ABA and ASD to help you pass your registered behaviour technician exam in the USA.. This short course introduces you to the field of applied behaviour analysis (ABA). It will also familiarise you with the roles played by ABA professionals in the wellbeing of children with autism and related disorders.…

This free online course will explore the anatomy of the nail and explores manicures, pedicures and nail artistry. Do you love painting your nails and want to know how to care for them properly? This course will introduce you to the anatomy and physiology of the nail. You will analyse nail products and acrylic and…

This general Education Studies course will provide you with a sound basic knowledge in Mathematics, Written English and recent Irish History. You will learn to spell, to count and to speak and write basic English. A specialist, personal tutor will guide, motivate and assist you with your studies. Once you have enrolled as a student…

The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides part-time further education programmes for all ages. The aim is to give people, who left school early or have no formal education, an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. It is a QQI Certified course with national recognition and is equivalent to…

The Back to Education Initiative (BTEI) provides part-time further education programmes for all ages. The aim is to give people, who left school early or have no formal education, an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. It is a QQI Certified course with national recognition and is above Junior…

The Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and MA in Autism Studies are accredited by the University of Limerick and are delivered as a partnership between Mary Immaculate College and Middletown Centre for Autism. They are taught by experienced professionals from both MIC and Middletown Centre for Autism using both online and face-to-face teaching methods. Both agencies…

The Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice is an innovative and flexible professional development programme for those who teach in Higher Education. This fully online/blended programme aims to encourage and promote best practice in Higher Education teaching, learning and assessment that empowers staff and students to be responsive to the changing needs of the Higher Education…

The Information and Communication Technologies course is designed to provide practicing primary teachers with a holistic approach to the use and application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the Primary School. Teachers will learn how to skilfully and creatively use ICT to support a wide variety of teaching and learning goals as well as…

Combined Post-Graduate Diploma Programme of Continuous Professional Development for teachers involved in Learning Support and Special Education This programme, which is organised by the Department of Special Education, is for Learning Support teachers, Resource Teachers, LS/RTs, teachers in Special Schools, qualified teachers who are designated Learning Support or Resource Teachers, and who spend a minimum…

This Higher Diploma is specifically designed to enable those, with a qualification in science or engineering, to successfully transition into technical and professional roles, within the bio-pharmaceutical and medical device sectors and to up-skill those working in the sector to fill the existing and emerging skills needs of the industry.

This course combines a blend of food science and manufacturing modules giving graduates an in-depth knowledge of Food Microbiology, Food Processing Operations, Food Hygiene and Contamination Control, HACCP, Food Quality Systems and Regulatory Control, Food Product Innovation and Development, Food Formulations and Lean Six Sigma. Accredited by Technological University Dublin – Tallaght Campus, this course…

Overview The Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics provides the practical knowledge and skills in the area of computing and data science for learners who wish to upskill or reskill in this area. The programme aims to develop learners’ knowledge of the theory and practice of Data Analytics necessary for them to secure employment…

This Honours Degree is suitable for those who wish to develop their career in the areas of pharmaceutical operations, compliance, business improvement, technology transfer, validation and clinical trials. With extensive input and participation from the pharmaceutical and clinical trial sectors, this programme is ideal for those involved in manufacturing, compliance, business improvement, quality assurance, validation,…

This module aims to introduce learners to human development and behaviour from infancy to old age. The module is designed for learners who intend to work in a variety of community/social care settings where frequent demand is made on the individual to relate to people at various levels of personal development and to understand the…

This six-week course is designed to provide you with a working knowledge of the importance, role and function of Human Resource Management, particularly in relation to the not-for-profit and human services sector. While completing this course of study you will also be introduced to key elements of the Supervision process which is of the highest…