Practical Courses

Join our 6-week Bike Maintenance Course and unlock the secrets to keeping your bicycle in top-notch condition! Whether you’re a casual rider or a dedicated cyclist, this hands-on course is designed to empower you with essential maintenance skills and knowledge. Led by Michele Menis of Belfield bike shop, you’ll learn the ins and outs of…

Please note that all part-time hairdressing courses are strictly reserved for people currently working or training full-time in salons or barbershops. Improve your Blow Drying skills.  Techniques include straightening, root lift, boho (curly blow dry), blowdrying short hair and natural curls. Models may be required for this course. Students must be working full-time in a salon.…

2 days training (non-consecutive days), Day 1 (Classroom) and Day 2 (Practical). This training programme shall provide the learner with the basic knowledge, skills and competencies required to apply crop pesticides using a Boom Sprayer applicator in accordance with recommended safe practices. The course shall encompass the relevant safe practices in preparing to apply and…

A great way to burn calories. Work your whole body in a short period of time. Each exercise is fun. Easy to fit into a busy schedule. An intense workout that combines cardio, strength and flexibility training. Great for weight loss, all ages and body shapes.

Bread Making Bread / Baking Class Course Description: This class will be teaching techniques for bread making. This will include white bread, brown bread, assorted rolls, sweet breads, soda bread. There are different techniques and ways to achieve the same results with these breads. Each week during the class, each person will make their own…

Improve your bridge skills and enjoy a great night out!

Mini bridge for complete beginners run by a CBAI accredited teacher. Introduction to the most widespread, hugely social, inexpensive, fun past time in the world. No partner is required. Start playing immediately

Bridge for improvers run by a CBAI accredited teacher. Aimed at anyone who has within the last year to two years already taken bridge classes, maybe playing in the clubs and wishes to brush up / improve their bridge skills. Learn while having fun.

Improve your bridge skills and enjoy a great night out!

Learn how to get the professional finish in Cake Decorating. Using Sugar Paste many different techniques taught e.g. frills, ribbon insertion and flower craft etc. Also piping work in royal icing. All levels catered for. The aim of the course is to finish with new skills and confidence in Cake Decorating. (Cost of materials extra.)

Learn all the techniques to produce a beautifully decorated, professional-looking festive cake with this Cake Decorating course. Baking and decorating a Christmas cake using sugar craft, modelling of figures, flowers etc, decorative writing, and decoration of cake board. First evening is demonstration and all other classes are practical. Students must bring in own ingredients. View…

CAKE DECORATION & SUGAR CRAFT (Improvers & Advanced) This class is for those who have completed either a beginners or intermediate course. It covers novelty cake, 2 tier wedding cake, orchids, figurine, Bride & Groom. Learn about royal icing sugar paste and flood work.

CAKE DECORATION AND SUGAR CRAFT (Beginners) Course involves covering cakes, Decorations, Novelty cakes and Birthday cakes, Valentines Cake. Modelling, figures and animals. Course materials extra. www.hartsown-cep.com

This Car Maintenance course is an introduction to all main components and systems of the csr, safety practices and advice on the service and repair that can be carried out at home.

The module is designed to equip the learner with the skills and knowledge to care for older people in a variety of settings. Learners will demonstrate good work practice, understand the concept of the ageing process, be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings and…

The module is designed to equip the learner with the skills and knowledge to care for older people in a variety of settings. Learners will demonstrate good work practice, understand the concept of the ageing process, be able to meet the full range of needs of older people in a variety of care settings and…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to care for clients in a safe and hygienic environment. Recognise the personal care needs of clients, Respond effectively to clients’ individual needs, with their involvement and use of choice, Acquire practical skills in the area of client personal…

The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence to work effectively in a care setting. Discuss the roles, responsibilities and entitlements of a care worker, Examine the role of a care worker within the multidisciplinary healthcare team, Demonstrate the ability to plan and provide enhanced quality care,…

To provide the learner with a basic understanding of Carpentry and Joinery. Understand different timbers, create basic joints, while appreciating health and safety in relation to tools and equipment. Create a mirror/ picture frame/ miniature door and frame/ architrave

A basic understanding of carpentry and woodcarving. Learn to create basic joints while appreciating health and safety in relation to tools and equipment.  Create a mirror/picture frame, bird box, jewellery box etc.* Materials and Equipment provided. Course Day & Time: Tuesday 7.00 – 9.00pm. Enrol now at:  www.adulted.ie

This programme is specifically designed to introduce the complete novice and more experienced learner to clay and who wish to create individual pieces in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Programme Description The programme will incorporate basic coil and slab-building techniques, pinch pots and mould making. A variety of decoration methods and glaze applications will also…

In this Ceramics and Pottery course you will learn the basics of hand-building techniques.Coil,Slab, Pinch,Mould. Many different projects will be undertaken over the 10 weeks. Participants are welcome to come with a particular idea in mind.

*** /100% funded under Springboard 2022. Apply on www.springboardcourses.ie *** The aim of this course is to provide you with the knowledge, skills and competence necessary for a career in a professional cookery environment. This will be achieved by providing you with the essential practical skills and knowledge required of modern day professionals working in kitchen environments.…

The main aim of the VTCT (ITEC) Level 3 Certificate in Eyelash Extensions is to enable learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills in order to provide eyelash extensions treatments to the general public and to gain employment. This course is scheduled to run 2 classes a week Monday and Tuesday from 6.30…

This course aims to provide introductory skills for those with a passion for pastry and baking and who are either in the hospitality industry or considering a career change. Course Details Year 1 Fundamentals of Pastry, Baking and Desserts 10 credits Modern and Innovative Pastry, Baking and Desserts 10 credits What to expect You will…

CHRISTMAS CUPCAKES – Bake & Decorate!              Sat. 23rd Nov.      10.00am -1.00pm     €45 We will bake cupcakes and make buttercream in class.  Participants will be required to bring the ingredients for cupcakes & buttercream – ingredients and recipes will be emailed in advance.  All the materials for decorating (cases, cutters, piping equipment, sugar paste, food colours…

Students will make beautiful flower arrangements and table decorations with a Christmas theme. This is a practical, busy class and in the first class students will be making a Round Posy with Candle. You will need to bring in the following materials: Greenery, such as pine, holly, ivy, pine cones, mistletoe, anything with berries. Try…

Clontarf Clontarf Parish Centre, Church of St John the Baptist. Seafield Rd West, Clontarf, Dublin 3. Tuesdays 8:00 – 9:30pm Instructor: Ross Cousens Suitable for all levels including beginners

COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS This Computers for Beginners course is designed to give the basic knowledge required to carry out everyday routine work on a computer. Online searches, email, shopping online, booking flights, office work, etc. www.hartstown-cep.com

Based on the key applications in MS Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Publisher. Course will Cover basic tasks through to advanced. Some previous computer knowledge required and access to a PC an advantage. www.hartstown-cep.com