The Play Therapy Level 2 course progresses from the Level 1 play therapy course for those who wish to continue to develop their understanding and skills within this area.

The Applied Child & Adolescent Development course is designed for persons from the fields of psychology, social work, education, sociology, nursing, biological sciences who want to work with children (birth through 18 years) or are already working with children and now want to upscale their knowledge, understanding and skills. There is no upper age limit, the minimum age for candidates is 21 years.

Guided reflections of experience enable an integration of experimental learning with theoretical understanding. Further, this will lead to enrichment of the field that one is working in. We may have been trained several years ago... learning paths... This course is specially designed and suitable for practitioners in the fields of psychology, social work, education, sociology, nursing who are already working with children (birth through 18 years) and now want to upscale their understanding and knowledge and skills. There is no upper age limit; the minimum age is 21 years.

Great savings on this Nail Courses Combo:

• Manicure & Pedicure (ITEC)
• Nail Technician (Gel & Acrylic Nails)

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The Fire Legislation course is designed to equip students with the background information relating to fire safety design, fire precautions in buildings and the principles behind fire safety strategies.

This Exclusive Special Effects two day Masterclass will be tutored by Industry renowned Clare Lambe. Clare has been working within the Irish Film Industry for over 17 years, and has worked on many famous elaborate set's such as Saving Private Ryan & Game of Thrones to name but a few. Clare has a fantastic array of expertise and experience gained within this specialized area therefore it's a class not to be missed by those wanting to expand into the special effects Industry.

The Certificate in Energy Management course is designed to provide a basic understanding of energy management techniques and the use of practical tools to manage energy more efficiently and demonstrate actual savings in cost and kilowatt hours.

The Business for English course will equip students with the vital communications tools that today's ever changing and demanding business world ask for. People need not only fluency of language; they also need to show they can persuade, sell and influence people in many different business situations, whether in the corporate world or running their own business.

There are a wide range of issues currently facing organisations in the whole area of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). These include: process and best practice, practical requirements, the legislative framework and cost benefit analysis among others.

The Special Effects Make Up course is specially designed for the already established Make Up artist looking to upskill into an alternative area of Make Up. The course will start at beginner level and run through all the products, ingredients and materials used within today’s Special FX industry. You will meet a variety of highly trained Special FX tutors who are actively working professionally within the TV and Film Industry.

The Visual Display 3 day course is ideal for those who want to develop a career in this area as it introduces the learner to the basic elements required to create eye catching retail displays.

Great savings on this Sports Courses Combo:

• Taping & Strapping
• Occupational First Aid (3 Day Workshop)

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Great savings on this Sports Courses Combo:

• Anatomy Physiology & Massage (ITEC)
• Sports Massage (ITEC)

Note - the Anatomy Physiology & Massage diploma is required in order to be eligible for the Sports Massage course - except when you do both courses together.

The Waste Management course is targeted at Waste team leaders who are trained in a discipline other than waste management such as engineers, facilities managers and operations managers. At the end of this course each learner will be able to confidently undertake waste management activities for their department or organisation.

The Paediatric First Aid Workshop is ideal for both parents and also professional childcare facilities to prepare staff for emergency situations. This is a one day course specifically designed to teaching life saving skills with relation to children and incorporates the Irish Heart Foundation Heartsaver CPR course. This course is ideal for both parents and also professional childcare facilities to prepare staff for emergency situations. The course has major emphasis on dealing with accidents that happen to children from newborn to eight years of age. This unique course will give you the skills to deal with first aid and medical emergencies that occur with this age group.

Strategic Planning determines where a company is going, how they are going to get there and what strategy needs to be put in place to achieve these goals.  This FETAC 6 Business Course in Strategic Planning encourages learners to critically analyse the strategies of the organisation in which they are involved and how to achieve results. You will learn how to formulate a strategic plan in line with company goals and brand ethos, how to implement this in terms of work force and how best to forward plan in Business.

Portobello Institute's Beauty Specialist diploma course brings you up to speed with the complete Beautician's toolkit of salon treatments for skin, eye, make up, waxing, manicure and pedicure.

The Retrofitting Buildings for Energy Efficiency course is designed to make the learner aware of the growing environmental issues in the building industry. This course provides both theoretical and practical training for Energy Efficiency. The environmental impact of buildings will be assessed including passive design, Building Energy Rating (BER) of dwellings, sustainable energy and sustainable green solutions.

Understanding the Legislative Environment you work in is critical for anyone operating in the modern business environment. The Business Law course will create awareness for participants of the Legislation that applies to their particular area of business.  Learners who successfully complete this course will appreciate the importance of Law for the business organisation. Learners will also understand how an organisation needs to be aware of the Legal environment in which it operates and understand the role of Legislation in a modern business environment be familiar with relevant legislation develop and appreciation of importance of Legal Practice and Procedure.

On the 2 day Risk Management course learners will be able to develop a risk management policy, establish risk criteria and improve and review the risk management process and strategy. Effective management of risk is recognised as a critical element of good governance arrangements in all organisations. It has implications for strategic and business planning, audit and assurance arrangements and the management and control of activities.

Whether you already own or work in a salon or looking to offer a tanning service from home this 1 day tanning course is for you. Tanning is one of the most sought after beauty treatments in salons today. Applied correctly it gives clients a healthy glowing complexion and is the safer way to tan. On this 1 day course you will learn the process for perfect application from prepping to applying an even coat and aftercare.

This intensive course offers training in fashion hair styling and upstyles and is the perfect add on for trained makeup artists who are looking to expand their skill set in the creative field.   Students who take this course typically have no experience in hair or may already have some experience and wish to refresh their skill base.  The 3 day course covers all skills relevant for styling hair for camera.  The course will compliment a makeup artistry qualification and will cover Catwalk and High Fashion Hair, Bridal Hair, Bridesmaids Hair, accessories - veils, tiaras & flowers.

The 1 day Selling Skills for Marketing Professionals course uses the highly successful 'Solution Based Sales' methodology to teach you to sell with success and confidence. Learn how to best utilize your existing skills to advance your sales and marketing business career to the next level.

Creating a positive learning environment for the pre school age is of the utmost importance. In this 1 day workshop course you will learn how to make the most of indoor and outdoor space, how best to lay out space and materials to encourage exploration and development. You will also learn how to create indoor and outdoor space with inexpensive ideas.

Since it's inception in 1981, the Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) credential has become widely accepted and used as a measure of professional accomplishment within the energy management field. The Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) Qualification is awarded by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), a nonprofit making professional society of 15.000 members in 84 countries with their head quarters in the USA.

Using ISO 50001 as the model, the trainers will guide delegates through the process of establishing an energy management system using a combination of instruction and workshops. Learners will be tasked with various learning exercises so that the course is interactive and not passive.

This one day Health and Safety Legislation course has been designed to suit any professional in any industry. Health and Safety Legislation and compliance with same is an essential element of Facility Operations and Facility Management. The background to Health & Safety Legislation in Ireland and compliance with the law within a facility will be explored in this course.

The FETAC Level 6 Business Planning course will enable learners to explore a possible business idea and liaise with professional bodies within specialised areas. Any professional operating in a business environment and planning on growing or developing or setting up a business will require to examine the viability of a business idea and understand the procedure involved in setting up a business. An understanding of the over-riding importance of the customer to business success is critical also. The Business Planning course will develop the key skills, competencies and knowledge required to enable learners to carry out a detailed investigation of thier proposed idea, assess its viability and potential in setting up a business.

The Environmental Legislation course is designed to provide a basic understanding of Environmental Legislation to enable participants to take advantage of the opportunities presented in the growing energy management sector. It is designed for anyone wishing to acquire a basic understanding of the environmental legislation in Ireland.

The Energy Policy Diploma Course is designed to provide in depth and practical knowledge of the current status of Energy Policy development worldwide and the interaction with and impact of other policies, strategies and regulation on the Irish Energy sector.

In 2006 the Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) certificate was developed and added to the broad portfolio of professional certifications offered by the Association of Energy Engineers. Rising energy costs and inefficiency in plants and buildings is continually driving the need for trained and experienced energy auditors. The CEA certification is one that identifies professionals as having the required knowledge and experience needed to succeed in the growing field of energy auditing.

Consultative Selling is also known to many as Relationship Selling. This systematic selling methodology promotes the sales agent as being the consultant or the expert in the eyes of the customer. Showing how to establish and deepen rapport and trust in the buy/sell relationship. Becoming the provider of solutions to a customers problems and addressing the needs as a partnership between customer and agent. Sales agents will learn the secrets of how to sell solutions to a customers problem rather than sell on price. This enhances longevity between customer and seller, improving productivity and profitability and improves market share through repeat business.

The Business Development course teaches you about growing and developing a business which is a critical skill for anyone involved in any industry. This FETAC 6 course essential for anyone involved in business who wishes to understand new customer opportunities and develop individual strategies to make progress. It will engage learners in understanding key marketing principles and will help you develop communication plans to attract new customers. Participants will understand a selection of the appropriate market entry strategies for new markets - either in Ireland or overseas and explore how to apply the principles of persuasive communication in a commercial situation. Participants will learn how to apply the principles of account development & management.

The Urinary Catheter Care course introduces the participant to the function of, indications for and rationale of using Indwelling Urinary Catheters in patient/client care and the fundamentals skills relating to the effective care and management of the patient/client during urinary catheterisation and its use and maintenance.

The BIPAP course introduces the participant to the function of, indications for and rationale of using Non Invasive Ventilation in patient/client care and the fundamentals skills relating to the effective care and management of the patient/client during Non Invasive Ventilation such as BiPAP.

The Tracheostomy Tube care course introduces the participant to the function of, indications for and rationale of using Tracheostomy Tubes in patient/client care and the fundamentals skills relating to the effective care and management of the patient/client during Tracheostomy Tube care and maintenance.

This course deals with the care & management of the person with a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube (PEG) in Situ for Therapeutic Purposes.

The Patient Safety Programme delivers on all aspects of patient safety as outlined by the WHO (2010). The Dept of Health & Children, An Bord Altranais and Patient Safety First all require that the Patient Safety programme be incorporated into the undergraduate and postgraduate Nursing programmes delivered in Ireland. HIQA have also recommended that all persons involved in the delivery of care should undertake Patient Safety training.

The ECG (Electrocardiograph) Fundamentals course introduces the participant to the principles of ECG recording, the rational and indications for the use and process of accurately recording ECGs on patient/clients in their care. The course also facilitates the student to identify, interpret and analyse all elements of the normal and abnormal ECG and to effectively report their findings.

The Ostomy and Bowel Care Management course introduces the participant to the function of, indications for and rationale of Bowel care and Ostomy formation in patient/client care and the fundamentals skills relating to the effective care and management of the patient/client during Bowel and Ostomy Care.

The Oxygen & Nebuliser therapy and Oropharyngeal Suctioning course introduces the participant to the function of, indications for and rationale of using Oxygen Therapy and Suctioning in patient/client care and the fundamentals skills relating to the effective care and management of the patient/client during the delivery of Oxygen Therapy and Oropharyngeal Suctioning.

Do you want to learn new beauty and make up tricks that will make you look stunning everyday? Do you want to master the tricks of perfect make up application just like your favourite celebs with minimum effort? Then this is the beauty & make up course for you. This fun two week make up course aimed at teens is the ideal short course for those who want to look their best for little cost and maximum impact.

The Beauty industry is expanding at a rapid rate. One of the main areas of expansion in recent years is Advanced and Specialist Waxing. The Advanced Waxing course is aimed at qualified beauticians who are already confident within waxing and are looking to advance in this area. This 1 day waxing course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to carry out Californian, Brazilian and Hollywood waxing treatments which are extremely popular choices for clients.

The Energy Policy overview course is suitable for any professional seeking an overview of energy policy in Ireland and has been introduced as a direct result of industry consultation and interest. It will cover many aspects of the Energy Policy diploma course but in less detail. It will be delivered by one energy policy expert with no guest or international lecturers.

Running your own business, whatever the industry takes great precision and organisational skills, whether its a start up business in the Beauty or Childcare industry or a growing business in Marketing or Finance.  Many students who pass through our doors ready to kick start their careers chose to go it alone.   While you may opt to employ someone to do your accounts or marketing for you while you concentrate on your own skill set it is strongly advisible to have general knowledge in definitive areas, allowing you to manage your business successfully and profitably.

Hot stone massage is increasing in popularity. Heated stones in fragrant oils are applied to key points on the  body. The direct heat relaxes the body which means the massage is more effective and intense than a regular massage. The technique of working the hot stones along the body with cooler stones encourages the body to detox and heal, increasing lymph flow and flush out waste.

The EBusiness and Internet Marketing course is designed to enable you to gain an indepth knowledge of how to apply the principles and practice of ebusiness to a small-to-medium enterprise and to gain an excellent understanding of the issues involved in setting up an ebusiness channel in the SME sector.

The Supply Chain Management course is ICM accredited and an excellent upskilling opportunity for any individual /organisation to develop skills in efficient movement of supplies and delivery of the final products.

The Retrofitting Buildings for Energy Efficiency course is designed to make the learner aware of the growing environmental issues in the building industry. It is a one day intensive workshop which gives an overview of the theoretical and practical training for Energy Efficiency.

Project Management is an essential skill which major employers expect their managers to possess. The Project Management course will instruct learners to successfully plan coordinate and control the often complex and diverse activities of modern industrial and commercial projects.

The Social Media course will show you how to develop a successful social media strategy for your organization whether it is an SME, a one man organization or a multinational.

Great savings on this Management Course Combo:

• Internet Marketing Part time
• Social Media Part time

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The ACCA Accounting Technician course will help your career progress in any organisation. It's an established route to professional status and on completion of the course and one year's work experience (which can be completed during your studies) you can use the designation CAT after your name.

Great savings on this Management Course Combo:

• IFMA Facilities Management Part time
• Project Management Part time

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The Introduction to Hat Making course is a 1 week course that introduces the learner to the foundations required for hat making and design. You will learn to work with a wide variety of materials and shapes creating hats and head pieces. This highly skilled millinery craft requires a steady hand and attention to detail. You will explore a wide range of media and materials and experiment with these to produce a variety of hat designs. Learners should have a good knowledge of fashion trends and an excellent understanding of fabrics, design and shape.