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Welcome to Galway Executive Skillnet

Galway Executive Skillnet is a multi-sector learning network which provides subsidised training for over 400 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.

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MedTech Operator & CareerMAP 4.0 Programmes - Skills Connect

Are you ready to Return to Employment but unsure where to start?  CareerMAP 4.0 & MedTech Operator Programmes are perfect for jobseekers!

Join our online information session that will provide you with important details on the programme and what you can expect. It will outline the key modules and elements of the programme, duration and type of learning involved so that you make an informed decision if you wish to participate.

You can also ask questions directly to the Course Director and GES Network Manager. Expressions of interest are being accepted now, with limited places available, get in touch today.

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Upcoming Job Seeker Training Programmes

Upskilling and reskilling are a vital part of an effective workforce, helping strengthen ongoing employability and career development. Skills Connect aims to equip you with the skills and confidence to avail of new job opportunities and adapt to the changing jobs market.

Information Session

Need to know more about the programme?

Simply visit our Skills Connect Information Page or contact us at info@galwayexecutiveskillnet.com

Connecting Ireland’s Businesses to Highly Skilled Talent

Galway Executive Skillnet

Skills Connect offers free online training programmes and enterprise-led virtual job placements to jobseekers looking for new jobs and careers. This valuable initiative offers individuals the opportunity to develop new skills or reskill, build confidence and access practical on-the-job training.

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A Micro-Credential Roadmap: Currency, Cohesion and Consistency

Skillnet Ireland has published ‘A Micro-Credential Roadmap: Currency, Cohesion and Consistency’ report in partnership with the National Institute for Digital Learning (NIDL) and 5 Skillnet Business Networks, examining how #microcredentials can contribute to upskilling & reskilling demands.

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Training Programmes

March 2023

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Mar

First Aid Responder

WMC

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 - Friday, 31 March 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

  • WMC
  • €295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 29 Mar 2023 - Fri 31 Mar 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

The course aims to equip learners with the practical skills, knowledge and competencies to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation. The instructional format includes: lectures, practical exercises, practice and drills, and instructional videos.

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Wednesday, 29 March 2023 - Thursday, 13 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €1,295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 29 Mar 2023 - Thu 13 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

Thi course is aimed at those in organisations with responsibilities for training and development or planning to become involved in same, or for those who wish to develop their knowledge and competence in training design and delivery either independently or while working in an organisation.

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Mar

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 - Thursday, 13 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €1,295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 29 Mar 2023 - Thu 13 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

The purpose of this course is to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and maintain a healthy and safe working environment for employees in compliance with the safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.

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Mar

QQI Level-6 Team Leadership

WMC

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 - Thursday, 13 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €1,295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 29 Mar 2023 - Thu 13 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

The purpose of this QQI Level-6 course is to equip learners with the relevant knowledge, skills and competencies to work as an effective leader and member of a team, independently and/or in a supervisory capacity. Learners will examine the principle theories and styles of leadership and the role and key functions of a team leader, including motivation, communication, planning, goal setting and delegation.

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Mar

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 - Thursday, 13 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €777.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 29 Mar 2023 - Thu 13 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

The aim of the course is to equip the learner with the relevant knowledge, skills and competencies to work as an effective leader and member of a team, independently and/or in a supervisory capacity. The course looks at the principle theories and styles of leadership plus the role and key functions of a team leader including motivation, communication, planning, goal setting and delegation.

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April 2023

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Apr

Manual Handling

WMC

Monday, 3 April 2023

09:30 AM - 01:00 PM (3 hours, 30 minutes)

  • WMC
  • €80.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Mon 3 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 01:00 PM (3 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).

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Apr

First Aid Responder Refresher

WMC

Wednesday, 5 April 2023 - Thursday, 6 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

  • WMC
  • €195.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 5 Apr 2023 - Thu 6 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

The aim of the course is to refresh learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and competence to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation.

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Apr

Monday, 17 April 2023 - Tuesday, 2 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €1,295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Mon 17 Apr 2023 - Tue 2 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

Health and Safety Authority (HSA) regulations require that all manual handling instructors are certified. The purpose of this course is to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies to deliver manual handling training. Learners will examine the theoretical and practical aspects of manual handling, risk assessment and the key training tools and skills required to effectively deliver manual handling courses.

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Apr

Monday, 17 April 2023 - Tuesday, 2 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

  • WMC
  • €777.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Mon 17 Apr 2023 - Tue 2 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 weeks)

The HSA regulations require that all Manual Handling Instructors must be certified. Galway Executive Skillnet is part funding this course which 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.

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Apr

Beginner Excel*

Online

Tuesday, 18 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

  • Online
  • €95.00 incl.

Tue 18 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

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Time Management

Online

Wednesday, 19 April 2023

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM (1 day)

  • Online
  • €90.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 19 Apr 2023

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM (1 day)

The aim of this workshop is to enable participants to explore how they too can manage their time better and thus improve their effectiveness and deliver the results that matter.

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Apr

Intermediate Excel

Online

Monday, 24 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

  • Online
  • €95.00 incl.

Mon 24 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

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Advanced Excel*

Online

Tuesday, 25 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

  • Online
  • €95.00 incl.

Tue 25 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (1 day)

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Apr

First Aid Responder

WMC

Wednesday, 26 April 2023 - Friday, 28 April 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

  • WMC
  • €295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 26 Apr 2023 - Fri 28 Apr 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

The course aims to equip learners with the practical skills, knowledge and competencies to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation. The instructional format includes: lectures, practical exercises, practice and drills, and instructional videos.

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May 2023

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May

First Aid Responder Refresher

WMC

Thursday, 4 May 2023 - Friday, 5 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

  • WMC
  • €195.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Thu 4 May 2023 - Fri 5 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

The aim of the course is to refresh learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and competence to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation.

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Tuesday, 9 May 2023

10:00 AM - 01:00 PM (3 hours)

  • Online
  • €90.00 incl.

Tue 9 May 2023

10:00 AM - 01:00 PM (3 hours)

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May

First Aid Responder

WMC

Wednesday, 24 May 2023 - Friday, 26 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

  • WMC
  • €295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 24 May 2023 - Fri 26 May 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

The course aims to equip learners with the practical skills, knowledge and competencies to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation. The instructional format includes: lectures, practical exercises, practice and drills, and instructional videos.

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June 2023

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Jun

First Aid Responder Refresher

WMC

Thursday, 8 June 2023 - Friday, 9 June 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

  • WMC
  • €195.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Thu 8 Jun 2023 - Fri 9 Jun 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

The aim of the course is to refresh learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and competence to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation.

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Jun

First Aid Responder

WMC

Wednesday, 28 June 2023 - Friday, 30 June 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

  • WMC
  • €295.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Wed 28 Jun 2023 - Fri 30 Jun 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (3 days)

The course aims to equip learners with the practical skills, knowledge and competencies to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation. The instructional format includes: lectures, practical exercises, practice and drills, and instructional videos.

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July 2023

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Jul

First Aid Responder Refresher

WMC

Thursday, 6 July 2023 - Friday, 7 July 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

  • WMC
  • €195.00 incl. 0% - tax exempt

Thu 6 Jul 2023 - Fri 7 Jul 2023

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM (2 days)

The aim of the course is to refresh learners with the practical skills, knowledge, and competence to provide first aid and life-saving support in an accident situation.

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Wow! Just Wow! I signed up for the Presenting with Impact course via Galway Executive Skillnet that took place this morning. And I've just opened my inbox to find a 41-page workbook to download. And we have homework! I just can't get over the calibre of the curriculum offered... 

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