COVID-19 UPDATE
Galway Executive Skillnet is fully supportive of the Government’s efforts to effectively address and limit the spread of COVID-19 and to safeguard the protection of public health and that of our stakeholders.
Galway Executive Skillnet management team are continuing to work and are available to discuss any queries that our businesses or trainees have regarding our scheduled training programmes and supports for businesses.
In support of this national effort, Galway Executive Skillnet has postponed all public classroom training courses until further notice.
We have a range of online programmes available and will be expanding this range in the coming days and weeks.
We are also available to discuss your queries about any other future programmes we offer to businesses within our local membership.
Our Network contact details are as follows:
Carl Blake Network Manager
Alisha Callaghan Network Administrator
info@galwayexecutiveskillnet.com
PHONE:
We would remind our stakeholders that the HSE website www.hse.ie is the authoritative source of information and advice on the situation regarding COVID-19 in Ireland.
We will keep this information updated in the coming weeks. Further information is also available on the Skillnet Ireland website at www.skillnetireland.ie
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Welcome to Galway Executive Skillnet
Galway Executive Skillnet is a multi-sector learning network which provides subsidised training for over 300 local businesses. We are committed to supporting regional growth and workforce development through the provision of quality, industry-led training. Our objective is to support the advancement of our member companies by identifying and addressing their technical and non-technical skills needs. Contact us today to learn more.
Galway Executive Skillnet is co-funded by Skillnet Ireland and member companies.
Training Programmes
Live online events
Mon 6 Apr 2020
09:30 AM BST - 11:00 AM BST (1 hour, 30 minutes) Microsoft Teams is the ultimate tool for collaborating at work. Teams provides a simple and easy-to-use app that allows you to chat with your team via text, have a voice conversation, or a video meeting.
Tue 7 Apr 2020
09:00 AM BST - 01:00 PM BST (4 hours) This Cardiac First Response – Community Level course was developed by PHECC, the Pre- Hospital Emergency Care Council, as a national standard for anyone who has to deal with a heart attack, stroke or choking. A Cardiac First Responder can play a vital role in keeping a person alive until they receive expert medical assistance. Equally CPR and an AED are important links in the chain of survival.
Tue 7 Apr 2020
02:00 PM BST - 04:30 PM BST (2 hours, 30 minutes) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Thu 9 Apr 2020
12:00 PM BST - 01:00 PM BST (1 hour) This workshop will provide you with the tools & techniques to manage your digital environment to support you during these difficult times.
Thu 9 Apr 2020
12:00 PM BST - 01:00 PM BST (1 hour) This 90-minute webinar will provide participants with a benchmark of best practice in maintaining client relationships through effective methods of virtual communication and how maintaining a long-lasting relationship with clients can be fostered and nourished into the future.
Thu 16 Apr 2020 - Thu 30 Apr 2020
09:30 AM BST - 04:30 PM BST (3 weeks) The HSA regulations require that all Manual Handling Instructors must be certified.
This course is designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills and competencies to deliver manual handling training.
Learners who achieve this award can transfer into the Level 6 Special Purpose Certificate in People Handling Instruction.
Tue 21 Apr 2020
09:00 AM BST - 01:00 PM BST (4 hours) The course is suitable for those with a responsibility for the installation, operation and maintenance of abrasive wheels in accordance with the relevant regulations.
The course is highly participative with emphasis on the
practical element of the training.
Note: This course is specific to tools associated with abrasive wheels and not the safe use of power tools in general.
Tue 21 Apr 2020
02:00 PM BST - 05:00 PM BST (3 hours) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Tue 5 May 2020
09:30 AM BST - 12:30 PM BST (3 hours) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Wed 6 May 2020 - Fri 15 May 2020
09:30 AM BST - 04:00 PM BST (2 weeks) The course is relevant for any person who is responsible for health and safety in their workplace or who requires a recognised qualification in Occupational Health and Safety.
It is designed to provide learners with the skills and knowledge to promote and maintain safety and health in their place of work.
Increasing employees’ participation in health and safety also has positive benefits for a company in terms of less workplace accidents, absenteeism, etc.
Thu 21 May 2020
09:00 AM BST - 01:00 PM BST (4 hours) This Cardiac First Response – Community Level course was developed by PHECC, the Pre- Hospital Emergency Care Council, as a national standard for anyone who has to deal with a heart attack, stroke or choking. A Cardiac First Responder can play a vital role in keeping a person alive until they receive expert medical assistance. Equally CPR and an AED are important links in the chain of survival.
Thu 21 May 2020
02:00 PM BST - 04:30 PM BST (2 hours, 30 minutes) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Thu 4 Jun 2020
09:00 AM BST - 01:00 PM BST (4 hours) The course is suitable for those with a responsibility for the installation, operation and maintenance of abrasive wheels in accordance with the relevant regulations.
The course is highly participative with emphasis on the
practical element of the training.
Note: This course is specific to tools associated with abrasive wheels and not the safe use of power tools in general.
Thu 4 Jun 2020
02:00 PM BST - 05:00 PM BST (3 hours) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Sat 13 Jun 2020
09:30 AM BST - 12:30 PM BST (3 hours) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).
Mon 22 Jun 2020
09:00 AM BST - 01:00 PM BST (4 hours) This Cardiac First Response – Community Level course was developed by PHECC, the Pre- Hospital Emergency Care Council, as a national standard for anyone who has to deal with a heart attack, stroke or choking. A Cardiac First Responder can play a vital role in keeping a person alive until they receive expert medical assistance. Equally CPR and an AED are important links in the chain of survival.
Mon 22 Jun 2020
02:00 PM BST - 04:30 PM BST (2 hours, 30 minutes) Current health and safety legislation requires that all employees engaged in manual handling activities must be given training in safe lifting techniques.
The term manual handling is used to describe a range of activities including lifting, lowering, pushing, pulling, carrying and moving an object.
The course provides participants with the knowledge and skill to conduct manual handling activities in a manner that will prevent injury.
All Trainers are QQI certified as required by the Health & Safety Authority (HSA).April 2020
May 2020
June 2020
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Tuesday, May 12th 2020
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