North Kerry College of Further Education are currently offering a variety of QQI (FETAC) Certified and Hobby Adult Education courses in the evening throughout the school calendar year. Courses run from the 1st of October on both Tuesday and Wednesday evenings between 6.30 pm and 9.30 pm.
Hobby Courses
- Intermediate Computers
- Knitting for Beginners
- Millinery - Felt Cocktail Hat
- Conversational Spanish
- Make-up and Skin Care
- Nutrition for your Energy
- Autumn in the Garden
- Millinery - Felt Cocktail Hat
- Introduction to Interior Design
QQI Certified Courses
Modules to be completed by May 2019. Each module consists of 40 hours and class times are 6.30pm - 9.30pm and students must also be available on Saturday April 6th and 13th.
- Special Needs Assisting Level 6
- Healthcare Component Module - Care of the Elderly
- Healthcare Component Module - Infection Prevention and Control
Enrolment
Enrolment for our nightclasses will be accepted through the college office on:
Telephone: 068 21023 Email: nightclasses@northkerrycollege.ie
There is also enrolment nights in the college on:
Wednesday 18th September 7 - 8.30 pm
Tuesdsay 24th September 7 - 8.30 pm
Courses are in high demand so early booking is advisable.
For further information on our courses please contact us on:
Email: nightclasses@northkerrycollege.ie Tel: 068/21023
Nightclasses will begin from the 1st October.
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Intermediate Computers
Course Details
This course is ideal for computer users with an understanding of the basics and who have completed an intermediate course but still have a wish to develop these skills.
Tutor: Geraldine Collins
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €80
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Knitting for Beginners
Course Details
It seems that knitting is becoming a trend. Students will learn how to read a pattern, cast stitches on, knit garter stitch, stocking stitch, increase and decrease, cast off stitches and sew and make up. Students will have a completed garment by the end of 6 week course. Please bring a set of 5 to 6 mm needles and a ball of Aran woolof choice.
Tutor: Marji Cunningham
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7pm - 9pm
FEE: €80
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Millinery - Felt Cocktail Hat
Course Details
Learn the skills o fworking under the expert tuition of an award winning milliner Aoife Hannon. Over the six weeks you will make your very own fully finished Headpiece.
Tutor: Aoife Hannon
Start Date: 2nd October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Wednesday
Time: 7pm - 9pm
FEE: €100 (includes materials)
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Conversational Spanish
Course Details
This class is for people with an interest in learning to pick up enough of the language to be able to cope with everyday travel situations such as introducing yourself, booking accommodation, ordering a meal and using public transport. The class may be divided into two levels of learners, depending on the ability of participants.
Tutor: Paola Kennedy
Start Date: 2nd October, 2019
Duration: 8 Weeks
Days: Wednesday
Time: Beginners 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Improvers 7.30 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €80
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Make-up and Skin Care
Course Details
A gentle approach to skincare that will support you in protecting your skin in the harsh winter months. Our tutor will also provide you with a detailed and innovative approach to applying make-up that will carry you from day to evening. Multiple new looks will be demonstrated giving every learner an opportunity to learn new techniques and styles
Tutor: Sharon Heffernan
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €80 + €10 materials fee
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Nutrition for your Energy
Course Details
Join Aishling on a 6 week cooking experience to learnhow to sustain your energy levels for Autumn and Winter.Make easy recipes to make deposit into your energy “bank account”. This course will help you to: raise your energy, clearyourmindandhavemoretimetotakecareofyourself. This course will be lead by a qualified Occupational Therapist and HolisticCoach.
Tutor: Aishling Fitzgibbon
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €80 + €10 materials fee
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Autumn in the Garden
Course Details
Learn how to prepare your garden for the winter months and plant in anticipation of the coming spring.
Tutor: Kathleen Barret
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €80
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Millinery - Felt Cocktail Hat
Course Details
Learn the skills of working with fabulous felt under the expert tuition of award winning milliner Aoife Hannon. Over the six weeks you will make your very own head piece for your special occasion.
Tutor: Aoife Hannon
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
FEE: €100 (includes materials)
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Introduction to Interior Design
Course Details
This course will teach you how to style your home or business for all occasions e.g.Halloween, Christmas, Easter The colour wheel will be studied to discuss the choosing of suitable colours for interior and home styles-traditional, country, shaker, cottage etc A range of topics will also be addressed including suitable and appropriate storage, the latest trends such as bringing the outside in and window treatments.
Tutor: Breda Griffin
Start Date: 1st October, 2019
Duration: 6 Weeks
Days: Tuesday
Time: 7 PM - 9 PM
FEE: €80
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Special Needs Asssisting Level 6
Course Details
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skill and competence in the theory and practice underpinning the education and care of those who present with special educational needs to enable the learner to assist in the provision of this education and care.
Start Date: 2nd October, 2019
Duration: 40 Hours
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Days: Wednesdays and Saturday 6th and 13th April
FEE: €250 & a further €20 will be required for certification
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Healthcare Component Module - Care of the Elderly
Course Details
Learners who successfully complete this module will understand the aging process and be able to meet the full range of needs of the older person,to enhance their quality of life, in a variety of care settings. It is intended that this module will prepare those that seek employment in nursing homes or as healthcare assistants working for public or private home-careproviders.
It may also be of benefit to those caring for a family member in the home. Follow on module Care Skills to be offered in Spring
Start Date: 2nd October, 2019
Duration: 40 Hours
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Days: Wednesday and Saturday 6th and 13th April
FEE: €250 a further €20 will be required for certification
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Healthcare Component Module - Infection Prevention and Control
Course Details
The purpose of this award is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to prevent and control infection within the health services area. The learner will study the basic principles of infection and the application of standard precautions in relation to infection control, to include the significance of an Area of Infection Control, in providing a healthy environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Tutor: Niamh Foley
Start Date: 2nd October, 2019
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Duration: 40 Hours
Days: Wednesdays and Saturday 6th and 13th April
FEE: €250 a further €20 will be required for certification
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