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Summer discounts on Child Development and Child Psychology

Whether you are working in the Childcare sector or a  mother looking to gain a better insight into your childs progression then a course in Chid Development or Child Psychology would be extremely beneficial and rewarding in terms of growth when dealing with young children.  Both courses are Fetac Level 6 accredited and are the ideal complement to an existing qualification.

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The Glen Group outdoor study group

Early Childhood Ireland are organising a study group to the Glen Outdoor School in Donegal on 19th May.  This is a fantasic opportunity for those working in childcare or own their own school to gain some insight into outdoor play.  On the day you will get a visit through the outdoor service, get ideas for your own outdoor space and get to network with other early childcare practicioners.

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WIFM take part in the Facilities Show in Birmingham 15 - 17th May

The Facilities Show takes place in Birmingham from 15th - 17th May and WIFM who host a number of events over the weekend.  The WIFM AGM will take place on the 16th May.  The AGM is a chance for the WIFM SIG members to vote in their future Chair and Deputy Chair, get advanced notice of future events and other developments, and toast the success of the past year in FM..  The WIFM group is one of the most active networking groups in the BIFM and is not restricted to women only.

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BIFM announces new Chairman

BIFM have announced changes to their organisation as Ian Broadbent will hand over his responsibilities of the role of Chairman to Ismena Clout.   The change comes earlier than the scheduled 12 July 2012 hand over date.

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Interview with Sports Student Martin Baten

Full time Sports Therapy student Martin Baten recently carrried out his work placement with Parnell GAA.  Here is what Martin has to say about his love of Sports and his next steps in his Sports career.

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Arthur Lietz joins the team of Business tutors at Portobello Institute

Adding to our extended cohort of tutors the Institute would like to welcome Arthur Lietz on board.  Arthur will lecture on our Business Sales Programmes commencing this Summer.

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Students out on fantastic work placements

An essential part of any full time course at Portobello Institute is to undertake a work placement. This is when our students get the opportunity to put theory into practice in a real life work sitation.  It also gives the student the ideal platform in which to network amongst potential future employers. 

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Spreading the Montessori way in India

Over the years the staff of Portobello Institute have undertaken many trips to India to work with disadvantaged street chlidren in India, spending time in orphanges and working with the children on everyday activities.  One of the orphanages Portobello Institute staff spent time at is the BSSK orphanage.  Denise Flood Montessori expert and registrar for the college has carried out many trips to India and in March 2012 she travelled to Pune to visit BSSK again but this time to spend time with the staff educating them in the Montessori Method and setting up a Montessori school in BSSK.  The orphange supports up to 70 children aged 0 to 7.  The trip was lead by Dr Meere Oka, a lecturer at Portobello Institute and a Trustee of BSSK Orphanage.

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Kick start your career in Fashion - get in touch with Headworx Recruitment

Great news for recent graduates in Fashion Buying and Merchandising - the market seems to be thriving at the moment.  There are some great Assistant Buying and Trainee Buying roles cropping up.  Teamworx Recruitment have a number of roles available so if you are looking kick start your career in Fashion you should contact Denise Brady at Teamworx Recruitment She would love to hear from you and see if she has a role that suits your skils

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The Glen Group summer camp looking for volunteers

The Glen Group, an organisation based in Balinteer Dublin are a group who organise summer camps for Teens/Adults with physical and intellectual disabilities and they kindly took time out to come into the college to deliver a guest lecture to our Special Needs and Health Education students.  They chatted in detail to our students about the opportunities of volunteering for the group and the great work that they have carried out over the years

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