Information Technology

 
Castlecomer College of Further Education
FETAC Level 5 in Business with Computers. One year course. Evening classes in Basic ECDL and ECDL AutoCAD. Classes start in September.
 
Contact: Conor Gleeson (for evening classes) 
Telephone: 056 4441447 / 086 8230888
Location: Castlecomer Community School, Castlecomer, Co Kilkenny 
Email: commoffi@id.ie
 

Horticulture

 
Grennan College
One year full-time FETAC Level 5 Certificate course in Horticulture. The course is a partnership with Kilkenny Co Council and Woodstock Gardens in Inistioge. Part of each week is spent in the classroom on theory, research and design with emphasis on traditional gardening methods used in heritage gardens. Remaining time is spent in Woodstock Gardens where practical subjects will be taught.
 
Contact: Edel Cleary  Telephone: 056 7724112

Health and Wellbeing

 
The Blue Room Wellness Centre (estd. 1998) 
We offer a range of stress reducing therapies including: Yoga, Massage, Counselling, Spiritual Healing and Meditation. We offer specially tailored treatments for survivors of sexual abuse. It really is a blue haven of peace and tranquility!
 
Location: Bennettsbridge, Co Kilkenny Telephone: 087 6976395
 
Castleview Holistic Centre

Hairdressing

 
Scoil Aireagail
Department of Education and Science Senior and Junior Trade City and Guilds of London Diploma and FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Hairdressing. Two year course.
 
Contact: Suzanne Maher  Telephone: 056 7768632
Location: Scoil Aireagail, Ballyhale, Co Kilkenny
 

French

 
Alliance Francaise
French conversation and written French evening classes run by qualified teachers for adults of all abilities from beginners to advanced conversation. There are social and cultural evenings consisting of talks, films and meals out once a month. Enrolment early September and early January.
 
Contact: Kevin Walsh Telephone: 056 7761800
Location: Club House Hotel, Patrick St, Kilkenny
 

First Aid

 
First Aid & Safety Courses for Adults
First Aid Courses
Basic First Aid, Emergency First Aid Course (1 and 2 day duration), Occupational First Aid at work course (FETAC 5 accredited and recognized by Health and Safety Authority), Occupational First Aid Refresher, Pediatric First Aid Courses. Training in the use of Defibrillators (AED). Irish Heart Foundation HeartSaver CPR and HeartSaver AED Courses.
Safety Training Courses

Evening Classes

 
Kilkenny VEC
County Kilkenny VEC run a variety of evening classes in locations around the County. Courses range from short hobby and leisure subjects to longer work orientated programmes which can lead to certification. Evening classes provide the opportunity to learn a new skill or brush up on an existing one in a friendly relaxed environment.

Equestrian

 
Grennan College
The Grennan College Equestrian Centre offers one or two year practical and academic courses for those seeking careers in the horse industry. The Centre has an all weather outdoor menage and an indoor school.  Courses available in Equestrian Studies and Horsemanship. Qualifications include FETAC Level 5 Certificate, British Horse Society Stages 1, 2 and 3 and Preliminary Teacher Training (PTT) – Assistant Instructor.
 
Contact: Bridgette McCarthy, Course Director 

English

 
Adult Learning Scheme (Word Aid)
Beginner, intermediate and advanced English language classes. Classes offered from September to June, on a part-time basis, mornings and evenings.  Register on-line or contact Helen. Classes are subject to availability and fees may apply.
 
Contact: Helen Walsh Telephone: 056 7763149 / 086 8400344

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