August 17th Education Supplement

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Preperation for Leaving Cert 2012

Are you interested in becoming a teacher?

Are you concerned about the Irish requirements for teaching?

Help is at hand...

Beginning in September ‘11

there will be a course specially designed to cater for anyone interested in re-sitting Irish in the Leaving Certificate and/or brushing up on their irish in order to pusue a rewarding career in teaching.

Venues Carrick-on-Shannon Education Centre and Sligo Education Centre Dates: September 2011 to May 2012

Múinteoir: Tomás P. O’Móráin (M. Ed., H. Dip Ed., A.T.G.)

Contact: 086-0815635

RED DOOR BOOKSHOP NOW OPEN 22 High Street, Sligo

Buy your Primary and Secondary Books early this year to avoid the September rush, while at the same time droping in your unwanted books and uniforms for re-sale.

We also stock a large selection of Third Level Books and School Uniforms Open Daily 9.30am to 5.30pm For Further information phone

086-1080903

Become a Lifeguard in Moate Business College

THE Sport and Leisure course in Moate Business College introduced a new module Lifeguarding to the course this year. The Lifeguard course is a Fetac Level 6 module and is certified by the Irish Water Safety.

Students who successfully complete both

the practical and theory exam can work as a lifeguard in the leisure industry. Students must be a competent swimmer with the ability to swim a variety of strokes and be confident in the deep end to partake in the module. Students learn a variety of skills including CPR, stroke development, a variety of rescue strokes and techniques.

This module helps students develop personal and professional skills and qualities which they can continue to use in the future. Included below are some pictures of students practising some rescue strokes and techniques. www.moatebusinesscollege.com Telephone: 090-6481178

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re you looking for a career change? Making up lost time?

Do you need a slip of paper to get that promotion, or maybe you want a new hobby, or to develop your language skills? Whatever your aims, you probably have too many responsibilities to drop everything and head off back to college. Entering full time education can mean hefty debts, a struggle to make ends meet and disconnection from a successful career path: a serious lifestyle commitment.

Evening courses, on the other hand, might take up a small chunk of free time and a little cash, but don’t require you to drastically change your life.

Evening courses might not require the same sacrifices as going full time, but that doesn’t limit what you can achieve: it’s possible to spend your evenings doing anything, right up to becoming a doctor, though it’ll take a little longer than the intensive route. Another major benefit of an evening education is an entirely different learning environment. With many students having been out of formal education for significant periods of time, group classes tend to produce a more mature atmosphere. Students understand each other’s apprehension when it comes to learning, and many describe their classmates as supportive and dedicated.

Many late night time students arrive after a full days work, have limited time to complete assignments and juggle numerous other responsibilities in their lives, but still enjoy complete courses, and do so successfully. Students tend to come from a much wider range of age groups: age, as they say, is no

barrier to learning.

If you’re looking to gain a high level qualification you’ll have to plan ahead, as most providers of university-level courses run their evening courses on a similar schedule to the universities themselves, commencing in September or January each year.

You’ll also need to think carefully about your long term future, as undertaking a high level evening course may require you to live near to the learning centre for a substantial amount of time.When studying in the evening, for example, PhDs regularly take at least 6 years to complete.

Most universities now run a few of their regular courses with night time options, so your local university is a great place to start the search. By signing up with a major university, you’ll gain access to the extensive fa-

cilities (and perks) available to the full time students, and benefit from the universities reputation. Most courses at this level require prior lower level qualifications or extensive relevant experience, though if you’re doing something with a business focus, decent management experience is often more than enough.

If you want that advanced qualification, but the universities are just too far away (or you prefer to move at your own pace) there’s always the study from home option.This market is dominated by the likes of the Open University, whose courses include almost anything that can be done without extensive onsite tutoring.

Advanced photography, design and innovation, criminology and even a PGCE (teaching qualification) are all available. Whilst there are some time restrictions, courses run by centres like the OU are by far the most flexible, as you’ll able to do everything from your own

living room, largely as and when you want to. You might not ever meet your tutors, but they will act as useful hands on guides via the Internet.

Should it all get too much, you’ll even have the option to leave it alone for a few months.

For most people, the thought of a full on diploma, let alone masters or PhD, might be too much to contemplate. If you’re looking for something a little less long term and a little less strenuous, commonly available options include short courses, many only a few weeks in length, these cover subjects such as languages (at all levels), writing (a subject in which the Irish Writer’s Centre in Dublin attracts particularly prestigious evening lecturers), philosophy, music, child care and film studies. Universities are an equally valuable resource in these kind of areas, though you may find that smaller, private schools and specialised centres offer more flexibility when it comes to schedules and course length. For subjects like languages and music, private tutors (check the local papers) can produce tailor made classes at affordable

prices, especially if you can form a group to study together.

Dublin is an obvious centre for Ireland’s evening courses, offering a huge variety of topics at varying levels over dozens of institutions, large and small.

Elsewhere, the better known colleges in Galway, Limerick, Cork and Dundalk all offer impressive evening options, as do private schools in Waterford, Sligo and Roscommon (amongst many other areas). If you’re based in a more remote area, you may be able to find more limited courses on offer at local schools or through private tutors, but will have to travel or enrol on a distance learning course to experience more in depth and intensive subject matter.

Just for fun, or as an exercise in CV building and personal development, the large and varied selection of evening courses on offer around Ireland are likely to fulfil your educational needs without interfering with your career. From cheap, large-group courses lasting a few weeks to a full on doctorate that can take several years, there’s plenty on offer to please everyone.

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Contact the college for more information and to arrange an interview.

Tutors required for Beauty and Hairdressing courses.

Please forward your CV to college.

NOW ENROLLING FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSES

• Full-time CIDESCO day course, commencing September 20th ‘11 (limited number of places) • Part-time Beauty Therapy, commencing October 3rd, 1 day (Monday) or two evening options available (Mon & Tues) • Part-time Holistic Massage, commencing October 4th, 1 day (Tuesday) or one evening (Tuesday)

• Aromatherapy, Spa Therapy & Reflexology, commencing October 2011, Thursday mornings • Electrolysis commencing October 2011, Thursday afternoons.

• ITEC Teacher Training commencing September 12th, 2011.

Contact the office to book your place at the next OPEN DAY

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Business Professional Nat. Cert. in Administration Award: FETAC Level 6 Register on or before Friday September 30th For further details visit ww.moatebusinesscollege.com or phone Frances at 090-6481178

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The International school of Make up Artistry, are currently taking enrolments for the course commencing September The School offers a wide range of ‘ Make up Artistry courses ‘ ranging from beginners to advanced. If you are interested in a career in Make up or if you would just like to learn more about perfecting your own make up, the School of Make up Artistry can provide a suitable course for you.

The School of Make up Artistry is supported by MAC Cosmetics and our ‘Make up Artist Diploma students’ receive a MAC Make up Kit compliments of the school, when starting the course.

For those who already have a qualification in Make up Artistry or Beauty Therapy, and wish to further their knowledge in the area, ‘The Higher level Masterclass Diploma’ course is an excellent option. This course

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covers higher level beauty make up, including Fashion/Trend and Editorial looks, also Special effects, Prosthetics, Body Art and Film/ TV make up.

The School trainers are highly experienced leading Make up Artists within the industry, who have worked with top Fashion Magazines such as ‘ Vogue’, ‘Tatler’, ‘Bazarr’ and have worked on London, Paris, Milan Fashion weeks.

If you would like to know more about ‘The International School of Make up Artistry’ you may book an appointment with the school manager.

Tel: 0871214678 e-mail info@schoolofmakeupartistry.ie www.schoolofmakeupartistry.ie

All Student daily & weekend services to Sligo All Student weekend services to GALWAY commence on 04 Sept Special Friday Service departing from Sligo IT at 1pm weekly Also, Daily Service to SLIGO - departs Ballina at 7.30am and departs SLIGO IT at 5.15pm Monday to Friday

Enquiries to Tel: 096-22563

Thursday 25th August 6.00pm – 9pm

Further Education Courses 2011-2012 Ballybrit, Galway. Tel: 091-764131 Email: info@cuirtnarasai.com - www.cuirtnarasai.com

ATTENTION GMIT STUDENTS Cúirt Na Rásaí GMIT and Cluain Mhuire Student Apartments

Are now taking bookings for 2011 2 Bedroom Apartment (3 double beds) 4 Bedroom Apartments (6 double beds) Single Rooms from €75 p/week Twin Rooms Sharing from €50 per person/week

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Beauty Care • Hairdressing Level 5 • Hairdressing with Cosmetic Make-up & Manicure – Level 6 City and Guilds • Complementary Therapies and Massage • Make-Up-Artistry Business and Computing • Business Administration/Computer Studies • Business and Legal Studies • Computer Applications and Programming • Tourism Studies and Event Management Care and Social Studies • Applied Social Studies • Community Development Level 6 • Childcare and Pre-School Education

• Childcare level 6 • Nursing Studies Media Studies • Print Journalism and Photography Design • Architectural Technology • Art and Design • Furniture Design • Interior Design Science and Services • Occupational Health and Safety • Veterinary Assistant • Security Studies • Engineering Technology • Horticulture

These courses are 1 and 2 year full-time courses starting in September and are accredited by FETAC, DES, City and Guilds and ITEC. Students can progress from these courses to Higher Education courses in Universities and Institutes of Technology.

It is essential for all students who have already applied for courses to attend at the college on Thursday 25th August to obtain an interview time for the following week.

Email: scfe@sligovec.ie Website: www.ballinodecollege.com

Residences still available for academic year 2011/2012 Premium, bright, spacious & affordable accommodation.

Accommodation on average €1,750 p.a. cheaper than in Sligo town

Use of gymnasium, broadband internet use and private car parking space included in rent

Convenience store, deli, coffee dock, laundrette and more on campus.

Submit your application for a residence not later than Friday, August 31st 2012, and enter the ‘€750 club’ draw to be held on Thursday, September 20th, 2012.

The first 10 names drawn will receive a ‘rent credit’ in the sum of €750 each.

Bus Connections available to and from IT Sligo.

Late Night bus service from Sligo City. (inc. Sunday night) SASR is a Section 50, PRTB and BER Compliant Undertaking.

Residents who re-apply for a residence in academic year 2012/2013 on or before May 31, 2012 will enter a draw for ‘Paris Summer ‘12 including return flights, hotel accommodation and spending money for a 3-night stay.

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