Cost TBD

INTO Learning has teamed up with Apple and FÍS to bring teachers a unique, practical, hands-on classroom/curriculum relevant experience.

This exciting hands on course is perfect for primary, secondary and  all levels of educators (VEC/VTOS/Youtreach).

In the age of digital literacy and creativity, educators need to seek out best practice in the use of the tools available. Digital Bootcamp offers a unique opportunity to develop the ideas you have already had about digital creativity, to see how others are using these new tools with great benefits in learning gains, and to understand the pedagogy that underpins the excitement of digital media.

On this three day course, you will learn in an environment where you are given the opportunity, inspiration, space and support to be creative with like-minded colleagues. All learning on this unique course will give you a thorough background in digital media but is carried out in a relaxed and friendly manner so that newcomers to the disciplines covered will not feel intimidated.

Note: This intensive three-day course will award two EPV days for participating primary school teachers.

€100

This course is for unemployed persons aged 18 – 25 who are unemployed and wish to increase their skills and confidence in progressing forward in further education, training and employment.

The course includes:

• Manual Handling
• Career Objectives, Career Guidance and Planning
• Communications
• First Aid
• Personal Coaching
• Introduction to Computers
• Customer Care
• Introduction to Office Skills
• CV Preparation
• Work Experience – 6 weeks

Full attendance required. Non-attendance will result in deduction in FÁS allowance.

See course information sheet for further requirements and details.

Full FAS Training Allowance €196 for those in receipt Jobs Seekers Allowance/Benefit, those in receipt of Lone Parents may retain their allowance and get the training allowance.  People in receipt of  Disability should contact their DSFA Office and check eligibility and entitlement.

Play is a powerful way for children to experience the world. The Creative Drama and Play Workshop will examine drama games which link these two means of expression – Drama and Play. The interactive activities will help build strong bodies, expand the mind and spark creativity. Providers can enjoy a chance to explore their dramatic sides as this workshop gives exuberant and clever play ideas that everyone can get involved with. Some examples are The Story of Smells, The Night Game, Happy Ending and other educational but most importantly fun activities! This workshop will be delivered by Lisa Donaldson of Wee Play and Learn.

Max 18.

Related Síolta Principles: Role of the Adult, Pedagogy, Play

Stillorgan Park Hotel

€15

Book with Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Childcare Committee at 236 8030. Download their booking form here.

Thinking about returning to education? Want to learn new skills or update the skills you have? Thinking about becoming a SNA or a carer? Why not sign up for South Dublin Adult Education Service’s part-time FETAC Level 5 Community Care/ DCHCC Certificate.
The course includes:

• Communications
• Safety & Health at Work
• Human Growth & Development
• Work Experience 
• Care Provision & Practice

This course is open to anyone who has left full-time education, but priority will be given to early school leavers.

DETAILS

Taster course in June for more information
course beginning in September for two years
Thursdays from 9.30am to 1pm and
Wednesdays from 7 to 9pm

Free for people on social welfare payments; medical card holders or their dependants; and people who have not completed the Leaving Certificate.

Book with Eileen of the South Dublin Adult Education Service on tel 296 4332. Or visit their website for more info.

These part-time courses are provided by the South Dublin Adult Education Service (SDAES).

• Organic Gardening
• Community Care
• Sports and Recreation
• Arts and Crafts
• Web Authoring
• Early Childhood Education

They are free for anyone on a Social Welfare payment, Medical card or not completed their full Leaving Certificate

For further information, contact SDAES directly on 298 9283 or visit their website.

Would you be interested in learning new skills? Why not sign up for South Dublin Adult Education Service’s part-time FETAC Level 5 Sport & Recreation Certificate course.

Free for people on social welfare payments; medical card holders or their dependants; and people who have not completed the Leaving Certificate. Reduced or full fees apply to others.

Book with Eileen of the South Dublin Adult Education Service on tel 296 4332. Or visit their website for more info.

Learn about computers in a small group friendly atmosphere with free tea and coffee!

Central Dún Laoghaire

Priority given to people in receipt of social welfare payment, medical card holders and people without Leaving Certificate.

To find out more information and book a place, phone Barbara, DLVEC Community Education Facilitator, on 214 7227.

Valuing and involving parents and families requires a proactive partnership approach evidenced by a range of clearly stated, accessible and implemented processes, policies and procedures.  This workshop will be delivered by the NCNA.

Related Síolta Principles: Relationships, Parents

Sharavogue Creche, Upper Glenageary Road, Co. Dublin

This 14 hour awareness programme delivered over 7 weeks will give participants awareness into childcare in a home-based setting.  Topics covered in this course will include why choose childminding, an overview of child development; health, hygiene and safety; the well-being of children and play.  It will also incorporate the criteria of the National Guidelines for Childminders.  Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance on completion of this course.  Completion is also one of the criteria for eligibility for the Childminders Development Grant.

Related Síolta Principles:  The Value of Early Childhood, Role of the Adult

Foxrock Parish Pastoral Centre

Unemployed? Considering self employment? Don’t know where to start?

Why not come along to our free pre-start your own business course!

This short course will:

• help you look at what’s involved in starting a business
• give you information on social welfare and other supports
• give you information on registering with revenue and on how to register a business name
• help you explore and develop business ideas
• help you make informed business decisions

NOTE: Attendance on this course will not affect your social welfare payment.

Southside Partnership DLR, Main Street, Blackrock

This course is free to people receiving a social welfare payment or community employment etc.

Over the last few years, DLR CCC, the IPPA and Dún Laoghaire VEC have collaborated in the delivery of FETAC accredited modules in the RAPID area. Most participants will complete these final 2 modules in 2010, leading to a major FETAC Level 5 award.

These 3 modules are designed to provide the learner with the personal skills and knowledge of childcare to work in a professional manner with children, parents and colleagues either in the home or a childcare setting.  The modules aim to promote good practice, equality of opportunity and respect for diversity in lifestyles, religion and culture in early years care.

Priority on this course is given to participants currently studying for the Major FETAC Level 5 award.  There are a limited number of places available to people who are not currently studying for this Major FETAC Level 5 award. Participants must attend an information/interview session.  Bookings will be taken by DLRCCC for the information session.  Attendance at the information session does not guarantee a place on the course. 

Award: IPPA / FETAC Level 5 (Minor Award)

Loughlinstown Community Rooms

NOTE: This course is only offered to DLR based CE schemes.

This Heartbeat Safety run course is designed to follow the national guidelines of Occupational First Aid laid down by the Health & Safety Authority. All of the tutors for this course are recognized to teach and carry out examinations to set standards.

Successful students will receive a certificate qualifying them for two years as an Occupational First Aider from Heartbeat Safety, a FETAC certificate will follow subject to the student meeting the course criteria.

For more information on course content, please see the course information sheet.

DETAILS

20th, 21st and 27th September, time TBA

Cost will depend on numbers but approximately €156.50 per person. DLR CE Scheme participants only.

Book with Lisa of PICES on tel 209 0660 or by email.

Training Content includes:

• Theory of Training and Adult Learning.
• The Learning Process.
• The Role of the Trainer.
• Training Needs Analysis and Programme Design.
• Training Objectives.
• Training Methods.
• Using Visual and Training Aids.
• Practical Skills Demonstration.
• Communication and Feedback.
• Evaluation of Training.
• Setting Professional Standards.

 
Who is this training for?
This course is designed for those who have experience of working in or leading groups.  A working knowledge of PowerPoint is helpful.  Those interested in participating in the training event will be invited to meet with the course trainer and organiser before the training event.  Priority of place will be given to those who can demonstrate the relevance of this award to their place of work and or community of interest.  
 
Certification:
FETAC Certificate is issued upon satisfactory completion of skills demonstrations and theory based projects for FETAC.

Maximum 14.

€75 per participant

Book with Sandra Campbell of SCTN at 209 0610 or sandra.campbell@sspship.ie. Visit our forms and downloads page for course request and booking forms.

This workshop will detail ways in which you can recession proof your business by reviewing the following: Budgeting and Managing Cash Flow, Creative Ways to Cut Costs, Cutting Down on Waste and Negotiating Better Value for Money, Re-thinking Space /Rooms /Rosters, Managing Sick Leave More Efficiently, Retaining Existing Customers.  This workshop will be facilitated by Canavan & Byrne who have experience in providing a range of consultancy and training in all aspects of HR and childcare business management.

Max 20.

Related Síolta Principles:   The Value of Early Childhood, Relationships, Enriching Environments.

€15  (As part of DLRCCC’s commitment to Supporting Sustainable Childcare Services they are offering this workshop at a cost of €15 or the set of 4 for €40.)

This training course is about community development.  It combines discovery and learning at the Personal, Interpersonal and Wider Society dimensions of life.  A basic belief underlying the training is that community development and working for change needs to address these three aspects of life.

Participants on this training course will be invited to explore:

• What are the issues and problems facing communities?
• Why do these problems exist?
• How can we enable communities to achieve change?

Who is the training for?
People who have some experience in community development, working in a local community or group in a paid or unpaid capacity and statutory agency staff working with and supporting local communities.

What is included in the training?

• Interpersonal skills.
• Group work skills.
• Social analysis.
• Exploring values and beliefs.
• Looking at how decisions are made.
• Personal growth.
• Leadership skills.
• The Principles and Methods of Paolo Freire.

€30 per participant (this course is heavily subsidised by SSP DLR)

Book with Sandra Campbell of SCTN at 209 0610 or sandra.campbell@sspship.ie. Visit our forms and downloads page for course request and booking forms.

How does your behaviour policy and practice match up?  This workshop explores how the staff team help children manage their behaviour and identifies strategies that support both policies and procedures.  This workshop will be delivered by IPPA. 

Max 20.

Related Síolta Principles: Children First, Equality, Role of the Adult

This workshop will be facilitated by Mazaars.  Tax Matters workshop will provide you with a better understanding of taxation for the self employed person. This workshop will give you tips on how you can organise your tax affairs to minimise cash flow costs.

• Tax planning in a downturn.
• Tax efficient ownership structures.
• Dealing with the Revenue Commissioners.
• Tax tips for offsetting your tax bill.
• Tax efficient remuneration structures for owner managers and staff.

Max 20.

Related Síolta Principles:   The Value of Early Childhood, Role of the Adult

€15  (As part of DLRCCC’s commitment to Supporting Sustainable Childcare Services they are offering this workshop at a cost of €15 or the set of 4 for €40.)

NOTE: This course is only offered to DLR based CE schemes.

Learners who successfully complete this Heartbeat Safety run course will understand and recognize the factors that influence safety and health. They will be able to apply the principles and procedures of health and safety, through an understanding of hazard identification and risk assessment.

The main aim is for them to promote safe working practices by being familiar with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and subsequent legislation which has had an enormous impact on workplace safety.

More information can be found in the full course description.

DETAILS

TBA Oct/Nov

Cost TBD

Book with Lisa of PICES on tel 209 0660 or by email.

This one day course is designed for parents of young children. This course will give you skills to ensure the safety of your children. This course will cover a wide range of subjects including
Choking, C.P.R. for children, fractures & sprains and medical emergencies such as meningitis, croup, epilepsy and other childhood conditions. This course carries FETAC Level 5 accreditation and will be facilitated by Pulse Medical Ltd.

Max 12.

This one day course is suitable for those who already hold a current Paediatric First Aid certificate.  It will serve to keep the existing certificate in date and will reiterate participant’s ability and confidence in Paediatric First Aid.  All participants of this course must have a valid Paediatric First Aid Certificate (i.e. not out of date at the time of the course).  A copy of this certificate must be forwarded with the course application form.  The Paediatric First Aid Certificate from this refresher course lasts for 2 years.

Max 12.

Related Síolta Principle: Welfare

Stillorgan Park Hotel

‘Tis the Season presents those who work with children some wonderful arts, crafts and musical ideas tailored for Halloween, Christmas and the New Year. This seminar received great acclaim in 2009 and is updated with all new crafts and activities for this year: Christmas puppets, Ice Cream Cone Christmas Tree, Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments, Pasta Shapes Skeleton, Paper Bag Pumpkin, Spaghetti Cobwebs and more.  This workshop will be delivered by Lisa Donaldson of Wee Play and Learn.

Max 18.

Related Síolta Principles: Role of the Adult, Pedagogy, Play

A joint training course organised by Southside Partnership DLR, Dun Laoghaire VEC and Southside Women’s Action Network.

Aim of the training
This course aims to provide the basic knowledge and skills necessary for understanding Community Development work. The course is designed to enable participants to further develop their understanding of Community Development; it aims to resource participants to feel confident and knowledgeable in their practice. On completion of this course participants will receive a certificate of attendance and may proceed to the FETAC level 5 (major award) in Community Development.

Key areas covered in the course include:

1. What is Community Development?
2. Key principles of Community Development.
3. Social Analysis – Community Development a tool for social change.
4. Group Work techniques.
5. Conflict Management.
6. Field Visit.

Training Ethos
This course will be tailored to the specific needs of the group. The sessions, seven in all, will be interactive and participant focused in format. There will be theoretical input and participants will be provided with handouts, worksheets and relevant resource material. On completion of the training course participants will be invited to fill out an evaluation sheet.

Numbers: 20 maximum

This workshop will be delivered by Canavan & Byrne and will give you a number of tools and techniques that will ensure you get paid on time while maintaining an excellent relationship with the parent. This workshop will enable you to adopt a positive communication style when engaging with parents in arrears, implement a step by step plan to ensure effective conversations and payment, develop a follow up plan on payment promises and track commitment to pay promises.

Max 20.

Participants are asked to take part in both training days as they are complimentary for working within the field of .

Quality Standards in Substance Use Education
The Manual was developed by the Drug Education Workers Forum as a way of standardising substance use education within the community, voluntary and statutory sector. Standards within substance use education may include educational programmes, policies and guidelines.  The Manual includes 4 key settings where practitioners can influence drug prevention & education, including (1) School (2) Youth Work (3) Community (4) All Setting Section. Also included is a section on ‘Competencies’, whereby practitioners and employers can benefit, the former by assisting professional development through particular skills and areas of knowledge, and the latter through identifying core competencies within new/existing staff. The Quality Standards Manual has been recognised at a national level through Action 26 of The National Drugs Strategy 2009-2016.

Putting the Pieces Together: A Drug & Alcohol Resource for Trainers
This Manual was developed by the Western Regional Drugs Task Force as a resource for practitioners involved in the delivery of drugs and alcohol education. The aim of the Manual is to provide a practical approach to working with young people (in an out of school setting), parents and communities affected by drug use. The objectives are to increase knowledge and understanding, challenge attitudes, develop skills in delivering substance use education, and give an introduction into the use of brief interventions. This trainers resource was endorsed in 2008 by the then Minister for the National Drugs Strategy 2001-2008 John Curran.

A detailed course description and booking form for this course is available for download here. Please return the booking form no later than Friday, 24th September 2010 to the contact listed below.

NOTE: This course is offered at two different times. The Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Local Drugs Task Force will try to accommodate those who apply, however places are limited and will be offered on the basis of first come first serve and on trainee suitability.

This practical workshop, delivered by the NCNA, will demonstrate the correct procedures for carrying out all lifting and ensuring back health.  Qualified instructors will show how to prevent injuries that cause nagging back pain, which is such a common feature of every workplace.  Participants will also be given tips for preventing back pain including posture, sitting etc.

Max 12.

Related Síolta Principle:   Welfare

Stillorgan Park Hotel

Ensuring that each child's rights are met requires that she/he is enabled to exercise choice and to use initiative as an active participant and partner in her/his own development and learning. This workshop will be delivered in conjunction with Barnardos.

Max 10.

Related Síolta Principles: Children First, Role of the Adult

Southside Partnership DLR, Blackrock

This training course is aimed at people who are responsible for managing volunteers in a voluntary organization/community group (maximum of 2 participants per organisation).

Course content

• Module 1: Planning for volunteer involvement and designing volunteer roles
• Module 2: Best practice for recruitment, selection and induction of volunteers
• Module 3: Support and supervision in volunteer management
• Module 4: Designing and implementing a volunteer policy

DETAILS

Wednesdays 13th, 20th and 27th Oct
and 3rd Nov from 9:30am-1pm

€25

For more information, contact Karen of the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Volunteer Centre by telephone 209 0630 or by email. A registration form is available here.

Social media marketing is a term that describes use of social networks, online communities, blogs, wikis or any other online collaborative media for marketing, sales, public relations and customer service. Common social media marketing tools include Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Flickr, Wikipedia, Orkut and YouTube. This workshop aims to explain how social media can be used to effectively market your business.  The workshop will be facilitated by Johnny Beirne.  Johnny has over 14 years experience in Business Management, Information/Communication Technology and Business Innovation.  He has delivered Social Media and Conversation Marketing for various County Enterprise Boards.

Max 20.

Related Síolta Principles: Parents, Relationships

The purpose of the Community Addiction Studies Course is to enable people to:

• Learn about drugs and their effects
• Examine personal attitudes to substance use
• Understand the process of addiction
• Develop an understanding of the effects of addiction on the family
• Gain an insight into treatment & rehabilitation through agency visit
• Become effective in personal responses and intervention strategies
• Explore responses to addiction through community development
• Attend a personal development weekend (no additional cost)
• Listen to guest speakers on areas related to substance misuse

Who is the Course aimed at?
Community members who feel they would like to be more knowledgeable and effective when it comes to drug/alcohol issues, those working in community, voluntary, and statutory agencies who encounter problematic substance use, and anyone who has an interest in addiction studies. The course is taught within an adult education ethos and there are no educational requirements, only a willingness to participate and learn.

Max 26.

NOTE: This course has registration procedures
People interested in this course must complete the application form and attend an interview. An application committee selects participants based on written applications, interviews and suitability.

The course description and application are available for download here.

This Fire Safety Awareness course will be delivered by the NCNA and is designed to raise awareness of fire hazards within childcare settings and to provide participants with the knowledge to protect themselves, the children and their co-workers. This short program is delivered by an experienced fire safety trainer and offers candidates both practical knowledge and real life fire safety skills.
 On completion of the course participants will be able to:

• Understand the difference between the various classes of fire extinguishers and their use.
• Understand the causes of fire and how to prevent fires in a childcare setting.
• Identify potential fire risks within their work environment.
• Understand the purpose and requirement for fire drills and evacuation procedures.
• Use fire extinguishers on all classes of fire.
• Understand their responsibilities for their own safety and that of the children in their care.

The course includes: Fire safety responsibilities, Causes of fire, Development and spread of fire, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection: Alarms, Fire fighting equipment, Action to take on hearing the alarm, Evacuation Procedures, Use of fire extinguishers, Role of Fire Warden, Practical - Each participant will learn how to use fire extinguishers and will understand the causes of fire and their fire safety responsibilities.  Attendees will receive a Fire Safety certificate upon successful completion of this course.

Max 15.

Related Síolta Principle:  Welfare

This workshop will give childcare providers information on what to do if there is a concern that a child in their service has additional needs. At the workshop information will be given on the services available in the county for children with additional needs and the steps to be taken to access these services e.g. HSE Early Intervention Team, Lucena Clinic & Barnardos.

This 2-hour workshop focuses on the importance of music and movement in early childhood development.  Using instruments and action songs, participants gain practical information on how to incorporate music into the child’s daily life.  All participants will receive a CD.  This workshop will be delivered by Lisa Donaldson of Wee Play and Learn.

Max 18.

Gymboree's active approach to musical learning introduces your child to a variety of different musical styles. Through singing, dancing, movement games and instruments, your child learns important musical "building blocks" like rhythm, beat, tempo and melody and builds a foundation of musical skills to grow on. These activities provide powerful tools that impact your child's physical, social, emotional and intellectual development too.

Max 25.

Related Síolta Principles:  Role of the Adult, Pedagogy, Play

Every childcare service needs to have a quota of staff trained in Occupational First Aid on the premises at all times.  This course has been specially designed and tailored to provide First Aid knowledge and skills to those involved in the care of children.  A good overview of the theory will be included and a lot of time given to practicing the practical skills involved in first aid with adults and children.  It carries a HSA (Health and Safety Authority) accredited Occupational First Aid Certificate which includes a PHECC (Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council) Cardiac First Responder programme covering CPR and AED use for adult, child and infant.  The Occupational First Aid certificate lasts for 2 years.  This course carries FETAC Level 5 accreditation and will be facilitated by Pulse Medical Ltd.

Max 10.

Related Síolta Principle: Welfare

Promoting positive identities and a strong sense of belonging requires clearly defined policies, procedures and practice that empower every child and adult to develop a confident self- and group identity, and to have a positive understanding and regard for the identity and rights of others. This workshop will be delivered in conjunction with Barnardos  

Max 10.

Communicating effectively in the best interests of the child requires policies, procedures and actions that promote the proactive sharing of knowledge and information among appropriate stakeholders, with respect and confidentiality.  This workshop will be delivered by the NCNA.

Related Síolta Principles: The Value of Early Childhood, Teamwork

Stillorgan Park Hotel

This seminar shows how you can create a website in a few easy steps. You will see how to register a domain name, build and publish a site whilst using a well known Internet Service Provider. You will learn tips and tricks to enhance the look of the site and how to incorporate links and images. We will also examine other kinds of software that can be used, as well as deciphering all the 'technical jargon'.  This workshop will be delivered by Lisa Donaldson of Wee Play and Learn. 

Note: This is a beginners class. You will not be out of your depth!

Max 15.

Related Síolta Principles: Relationships, Parents

This is a five-month training and support programme that includes a 14-week FETAC Level 4 course.

Join the New Futures programme and:

• Discover what jobs or courses suit you
• Become more confident
• Get the support and friendship from parents in the same situation as you
• Learn how to balance work and family life

As part of the programme the following are available:

• Childcare
• One to one support
• Information, counselling and parenting support

The project is funded as part of the Access to Employment Strand of the Equality for Women Measure. We wish to acknowledge that funding for the project has been received from the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and also the European Social Fund (ESF) through the Human Capital Investment Operational Programme 2007-2013.

Location TBD