Courses in Palmerstown

This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to develop nail skills and techniques that will enhance nails and give a flawless finish.  *Deep manicure and e-file included. This training course also includes a step by step approach to starting your own Nail Business – the Business Plan, Marketing, Nail photoshooting, Social Media Management and…

An ideal course for anyone who would like to start their barbering career.  This course is an introduction to barbering which includes basic and modern cutting and styling, blending, razor fading and blending, beard styling.  Participants must bring their own model after the 1st class. Materials required for the class – Razor, comb, trimmer, cutting…

Do you love makeup?  Learn skills and tips to apply and perfect your make-up and lots more.  Learn the different styles of make-up and look and feel amazing! Bring your own products and brushes. Course delivered by a professional make-up Artist!

A professional qualification for individuals to advance in their chosen field of employment and continue to gain higher qualifications. This course is  delivered in partnership with the open College.   This course is designed for people who wish to work in the Business, Finance, Administration and Marketing sectors. Topics covered include: The organisation, Finance, Money, Banking…

This Business Management course will help you to develop the appropriate skills and knowledge essential for  effective management within a business environment.  This course is delivered in partnership with the Open College. The course is designed for people who wish to work in Business and Finance. Topics covered include: Types of Business Organisations and Structures,…

Are you interested in learning about caring for older people?  The Care For the Older Person is a QQI level 5 Course that is starting on the 31st January 2023.  Delivered in partnership with the Open College, The Care of the Older Person course is designed to equip the learner with the skills and knowledge…

A basic understanding of carpentry and woodcarving. Learn to create basic joints,while appreciating health and safety in relation to tools and equipment.  Create a mirror/picture frame, bird box, jewellery box etc.* Materials included.

This class is ideally suited for those working with adolscents.  Recognise the symptoms and causes of psychological trauma in adolscents and the supports available. Vital information for those working with adolscents!

Computers for Beginners at Palmerstown Community School. Computers for Beginners – A course that is designed for giving the basic knowledge required to carry out everyday routine tasks on a computer.  It touches on skills such as surfing the web, Online searches,  Emails, Shopping online, Booking flights, & Creating documents, Office work etc. This course…

This computer course is based in key applications in MS Office, Word, Excel, Powerpoint.  Accuire essential skills for producing professional work with the Microsoft Office suite including Work, Excel and Powerpoint.  The course will cover basic tasks through to advanced.  Some previous computer knowledge is required and access to a PC is an advantage.  Certificate…

Be the next Mary Berry or Jamie Oliver!  Our Master Chef will enhance your cookery skills with a wide range of recipes e.g soups, breads, main courses and mouth watering deserts! *First class is a demonstration class and participants supply ingredients after the first class!

Theory of Counselling and Counselling Skills.  This course is a great way to develop an understanding and appreciation of counselling.  It will appeal to those who who are looking for personal development or those who need counselling skills in their work.  A foundation Course for further studies in Counselling.

An introduction to creative textiles. Experimenting with fabrics and textiles.  This course includes fabric manipulation, heat treating synthetic textiles, needle felting, wet felting, painting on fabric, free motion stitching.  Experiments will be placed into a sketch book.  *A4 Sketchbook is required.

This Creative Writing Course is designed to give students an opportunity to develop their creative voice through writing.   In this Creative Writing for Adults course participants will receive instruction and feedback in the writing of fiction (short stories, extracts from novels, memoir) in a relaxed setting.  Whether you write for self-expression, wellbeing, personal development, interest…

Why not try your hand at crochet!  Learn the basics needed to start your own project and how to read a pattern. Those with experience will be supported to improve their skills further.  Learn a new craft in a relaxed setting and design your own small  garments of choice  or create delightful gifts.  At the…

A foundation Digital Photography workshop for beginners regardless of the type of camera used. You will learn the functions and settings of your camera, how to hold your camera correctly to get the best photograph, ISO, Shutter Speed, Focus Points, Aperture, Depth of Field and Exposure.  You will also learn how to improve your photography. …

Unlock your hidden drawing talent!  This course is designed for students who wish to develop their skills in drawing and sketching.  Learn different types of drawing/sketching using pencil, pen, charcoal and conté.  This class will cover figure drawing, gesture drawing, line drawing, perspective drawing and blind contour drawing. The following materials are required – Sketch…

Do you want to speak and read English more fluently?  A fun and relaxed atmosphere to learn and practise basic English for everyday conversations with a focus on listening, reading, pronunciation, writing and grammar.

A 12-hour course certified by the Irish Red Cross that is designed for individuals who want to be better equipped  in case of a medical emergency.  The course includes Accident Scene Management, Adult and Infant CPR, Basic Injuries, Fractures and soft tissue injuries,  Bleeding, Burns & Scalds, Haemorrhage and Poisons.  This course is very much…

Learn how to create beautiful and amazing floral arrangements for the home using fresh flowers and foliage in a relaxing and therapeutic atmosphere.  Bring your own foliage and fresh flowers so that you can leave with a beautiful flower arrangement each night eg.  table spray/decorations, door wreaths, hand tie bouquets, bows and more!  A secuters…

A 10 week course for complete beginners.  This French Beginners course will enable learners to develop skills and confidence to communicate with other people at a basic level while visiting France.  Prepare for your holiday in France and move onto the improvers course next term!  Taught by a native speaker!

For those who wish to continue to make progress to improve on the language skills previously learned and move on to conversational French.  Taught by a native French speaker, you will learn to use the language in a practical way.

Learn to play the guitar in this step by step class for total beginners with a professional guitar player.

An ideal class for those who have completed the Beginner’s course or who have a good command of basic chords. Learn more chords, techniques and playing styles to improve your performance.

This Hairdressing beginners course is an introduction to salon life to include cutting, styling and achieving that perfect blow dry.  Short hair styling.  Sectioning hair, ponytails and plaits.  Techniques (backcombing, smoothing, creating different types of curls).  Using heated appliances. Models and own equipment required!

This “Beginners Irish” course will suit those who have not done Irish before. By the end of this course you will be able to have a basic conversation . The aim is learn the rudiments of the Irish language and culture in a relaxed and social group setting.

A course for absolute beginners.  A wonderful opportunity to learn this romantic language in a fun and friendly atmosphere.  Taught by a native speaker, emphasis on conversational Italian.

This class is ideally suited for those who have completed the Beginners Course or who have a good knowledge of Italian.  Taught by a native speaker.

Knitting for Beginners/Improvers class.  Have you always wanted to learn how to knit or refresh your knitting skills?  Knitting is an easy to learn craft and an enjoyable activity for all ages. Join this fun and relaxed class to  learn all the basics you need and it is an opportunity for the improvers to receive…

This practical 6-hour course will teach participants how to use a manual sign system with children and adults with intellectual disability and communication needs. Use of Lámh signs can help to support communication.  Lámh users may be more easily understood when they use signs with speech. Training provided by a qualified Speech & Language Therapist. …