The Open Training College has a proven track record when it comes to the delivery of high-quality accredited management courses. Modules such as Key Management Skills: Teamwork, Leadership & Communications equip students with practical skills as well as the necessary theoretical knowledge. Unit 2 of this module enables the student to be an effective and […]
Third Year Social Care student Linda Cassidy explains the variety of supports available to students at Open Training College. As a third-year student, the Student Support Service has been a welcome addition to the overall suite of supports offered by the Open Training College (OTC). The Student Support Service offers a variety of […]
Fibre optic splicing is the process of permanently joining two optical fibres together. It is a crucial technique in fibre optic communication networks, as it allows for the creation of longer fibre optic cable runs and the repair of damaged or broken fibre cables. The splicing process involves carefully aligning the cores of the two […]
Exploring Career Opportunities in the Thriving Logistics and Supply Chain Sector. In today’s interconnected world, where global trade is the lifeblood of economies, the logistics and supply chain sector plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless movement of goods from manufacturers to consumers. In Ireland, as in many other nations, this sector forms the […]
Hairdressing & Hairstyling: the art of arranging the hair or otherwise modifying its natural state. Closely related to headgear, hairdressing has been an important part of the dress of both men and women since antiquity and, like dress, serves a number of functions. Hairdressers offer various hair services but it ain´t all cutting, styling, perming […]
Ireland’s urban landscape is a tapestry of rich history, contemporary architecture, and vibrant communities. With rapid urbanization and population growth, the demand for skilled professionals in planning and urban design has never been greater. Studying planning and urban design in Ireland offers a unique opportunity to engage with dynamic urban challenges, innovative solutions, and sustainable […]
The Irish Medtech Association and the Connected Health Skillnet recently published a first-of-its-kind digital health roadmap for addressing skill needs. Where Digital Health Thrives_Future Skills Needs AnalysisPDF | 5414.4 KB The digital health sector refers to the intersection of healthcare and technology, where digital technologies and innovative solutions are applied to improve the delivery, management, and accessibility […]
In this guest feature article, Open Training College Management Courses Director Brendan Collins gives us an insight into Managing In Challenging Times. Writing as far back as 1959, in his publication, Landmarks of Tomorrow, the great management consultant, educator and author, Peter Drucker, stated: “The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence. It […]
Life’s a céilí, so take an Irish Dancing course! Traditional Irish dancing is famous across the world, thanks to folk tales and Michael Flatley. Dancing is a great way to have fun and keep in shape, as well as connect with your roots, so consider an Irish Dance class a must for anyone interested in […]
Blended learning is widely regarded as a method of education in which students learn via a combination of electronic and online media as well as traditional face-to-face teaching. While it has been around as a concept and an educational method for some time, it is only really now in light of Covid-19 that blended learning […]