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Autumn Courses 2008
Monday
   
Everyday Uses for Digital Photography Level 5 - Pippa Kearon
9.30am – 12.30pm
A working knowledge of basic camera usage and uploading pictures to
the computer is necessary. This course will cover making a variety of
printed projects using digital photography. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI .
   
Painting Level 4 - Bernie Kennedy
10.00am – 1.00pm
Suitable for people with basic painting skills. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
 
Occuptional First Aid - Carmel O’Sulllivan 10.00am – 2.00pm
This course will include defibrillator training. 6 weeks. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Digital Photography Level 4 - Pippa Kearon 1.00pm – 4.00pm
A beginner's course covering all aspects of basic digital
photography. 27 weeks. Fee: €165 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Art & Design - Bernie Kennedy 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Art & Design painting class for senior citizens. Suitable for beginners. 8
weeks. Fee: €20.
 
   
Textile Art Level 4 - Catríona Davies 2.00pm – 5.00pm
A practical course in the skills of silk painting and batik. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Combined Materials Level 5 - Catriona Davies 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Experimental mixed media work in clay textile and 2D including manipulation of images on the computer. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Glass Craft Level 5 - Mary Daly (contd.) BTEI.
7.00pm – 10.00pm
   
English for Internationals - Una Martin 7.30pm – 9.00pm
A class in basic English for internationals. No fee. Literacy Programme.  
   
Belly Dancing / Callanetics - Ayna Gnauch 8.00pm – 9.30pm
A fun way to keep fit. 8 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Antenatal Yoga - Lesley Mac Vean 7.00pm – 7.50pm
A relaxing class that will help prepare yourself and your baby for the birth.
6 weeks. Fee: €15.
 
   
Parenting - Anne Govan & Sheila Harmon NEW 7.00pm – 9.30pm
This course offers support to parents in helping them cope and deal with
the difficulties of child rearing. Suitable for parents, carers of children and
those in a supportive role. 10 weeks. Fee: €80.
 
   
Tuesday  
   
The Internet Level 5 - Keisha Kong
10.00am – 12.00noon
You will learn how to use advanced searching on the Internet, keep your computer up to date in terms of anti-virus, download music files, software and images from the Internet. You will also learn how to create a basic web page. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Yoga Level 3 -Lesley MacVean 10.00am – 12.00noon
A relaxing stretch exercise routine. 20 weeks. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Ceramics Level 4 - Catríona Davies 10.00am - 1.00pm
An intermediate course in pottery. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Glass Craft Level 5 - Mary Daly 10.00am – 1.00pm
An introduction to the craft of glass cutting, copper foiling, soldering etc.
25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
German for Beginners - Eva Hermann NEW 10.00am – 12.00noon
A chance to learn basic German – spoken & written. 8 weeks. Fee: €105.  
   
Mother & Baby Yoga - Lesley Mac Vean 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Introduction To Baby Massage - Stretch, Release and Relax with your Baby. Suitable for babies up to 1 1/2 years. 6 weeks. Fee: €15.  
   
Internet & Email Level 3 - Keisha Kong 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Suitable for beginners. 20 weeks. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Mother & Toddler Yoga - Lesley Mac Vean 1.45pm - 2.30pm
Suitable for babies from1 1/2 years to 3 1/2 years. 6 weeks. Fee: €15.  
   
Drawing Level 4 - Catríona Davies 2.00pm – 5.00pm
An introductory class concentrating on drawing from observation & developing existing creative
and design skills. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Teacht le Chéile - Bernie Kennedy 2.30pm – 4.30pm
Light exercise & dance for senior citizens. Organised by the
Waterville Active Retirement Group. 10 weeks.
 
   
Information Technology Level 4 - Keisha Kong 3.00pm – 5.00pm
Suitable for people with basic computer experience. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Music - Maja Packeiser Afternoon
Keyboard, violin, concertina classes by arrangement. The Kerry School of Music.  
   
Craft: Crochet/Knitting - Ena Sweeney 7.00pm - 10.00pm
A short introductory course that will show you how to make simple decorative pieces. 5 weeks. Fee: €95.  
   
Dance Level 5 - Bernie Kennedy 7.00pm – 9.30pm
A wide ranging approach to set dancing & traditional Irish dancing for beginners & those with basic knowledge. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Creative Writing - Alison Dowling 7.30pm – 9.00pm
Develop self-expression through discussion & writing. 10 weeks. No fee. Literacy programme.  
   
Living A Brilliant Life II (Positive on Purpose) - Lee Tiller 6.00pm – 8.00pm
This course is specifically aimed at participants that have completed the first course. To facilitate delegates with new skills and understanding, enabling them to enhance their lives and instil a sense of ‘subjective well being’ (happiness). 6 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Living A Brilliant Life I - Lee Tiller 8.00pm – 10.00pm
A self development course that will help you get the very best out of your life using the latest techniques & understanding of positive psychology. 8 weeks. Fee: €105.  
   
Wednesday  
   
ECDL - Keisha Kong 10.00am – 12.00noon
An advanced computer course that looks specifically at word processing, spreadsheets, databases, file management, internet & email, and power point presentations.
Fee: €25 per module for those in employment. Skillnet programme.
 
   
Calligraphy Level 5 - Anya Gnauch 10.00am – 12.00noon
Learn the art of beautiful writing. 40 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Painting Level 5 - Helen Richmond 10.00am – 1.00pm
The emphasis on this course is on experimentation and the development of the students creativity and self expressive abilities. Some experience necessary. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Gardening Level 4 - Paul Roche 10.00am – 1.00pm
A practical approach to growing herbs and vegetables in cold frames, hot beds, cloches & window boxes. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Basic Principles of Graphic Design - Anya Gnauch NEW 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Develop a range of graphic design skills from visual awareness, to balance and space between objects and spaces, geometry of composition, methods of modelling, shading and 3D illusions and much more. Suitable for people interested in drawing and painting. 8 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Computer Literacy Level 3 - Keisha Kong 12.30pm – 2.30pm
A course suitable for people with no computer experience. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Bee Keeping - Paul Roche NEW 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Theoretical, technical and practical course on beekeeping. 6 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Appreciation of Art & Design Level 5 - Helen Richmond NEW 2.00pm – 5.00pm
A practical course suitable for students with basic painting & drawing skills. The course will consist of some art history and theory and also, classroom exercises, self directed painting projects and visits to art studios & galleries. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Parenting Computer Skills - Keisha Kong NEW 3.00pm – 5.00pm
Learn how to monitor internet use, security and virus settings to limit access to kids use on the internet. No experience necessary. 8 weeks. Fee: €40.  
   
Cooking Naturally Gluten Free - Maria Luise Holst NEW 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Learn how to cook with naturally gluten free foodstuff, read food labels and much more.
4 weeks.Fee: €65.
 
   
Yoga Level 3 - Lesley MacVean 7.00pm – 9.00pm
A course to help develop suppleness & breathing awareness through the use of movement & stillness. 20 weeks. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Yoga for Men - Lesley Mac Vean 9.00pm - 10.00pm
Learn helpful breathing & relaxation techniques to release body tension, and stress.
8 weeks. Fee: €15.
 
   
Hill Walking - Michael Crawley & Mark O’Dwyer 7.00pm - 9.30pm & Saturday 10.00am - 4.00pm
This course will provide participants with the opportunity to acquire and develop knowledge on various topics related to hill walking. 6 weeks. Fee: €150. (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Flower Arranging - Ann Crowley 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Fee: €90. 6 weeks.  
   
Drawing Level 5 - Helen Richmond 7.00pm – 10.00pm
This course is suitable for students already familiar with the common skills of drawing who want to experiment; developing their self-expressive abilities, accuracy, creativity and interest.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Flytying (Beginners) - Rod Robinson 7.00pm – 8.00pm
A hands on approach to learning the technique of flytying for fishing. 8 weeks. Fee: €55.  
   
Flytying (Advanced) - Rod Robinson NEW 8.30pm – 9.30pm
Extend your flytying skills. 8 weeks. Fee: €55.  
   
Thursday  
   
Colour& Light Level 5 - Helen Richmond NEW 10.00am - 1.00pm
This course will be taught as a painting course. Theories and history relating to colour and light will be investigated in the classroom followed by both practical exercises and self directed projects. Suitable for students with a reasonable knowledge of painting. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Furniture Making Level 5 -Susanne McCarthy (contd.) BTEI. 10.00am – 1.00pm
   
Care of the Older Person Level 5 - Deborah O’Connor 10.00am – 1.00pm
A course suitable for carers and those in a supportive role. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Word Processing Level 5 - Eithne Garvey 10.00am – 12.00noon
An intermediate course that will enable you to use the powerful features of Microsoft Word; tabs and tables, mail merge, labels, form letters and much more. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Dance Level 5 - Bernie Kennedy 10.00am – 1.00pm
A wide ranging approach to set dancing & traditional Irish dancing for beginners & those with basic knowledge. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Jewellery-Making, Level 3 - Mary Daly (contd.) BTEI. 10.00am - 1.00pm
   
Jewellery-Making, Level 3 - Mary Daly (Starting in November) 10.00am - 1.00pm
Design and make your own jewellery. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Image Processing, Level 5 - Martina Sanderson 12.30pm - 3.00pm
A class that will show you how to design calendars, posters, greeting cards and much more. 30 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Art Design Level 3 - Helen Richmond 2.00pm – 5.00pm
This is the most important of all the courses where the students learns; from the beginning the basic skills needed to produce a drawing or painting.18 weeks. Fee: €100 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Music - Adolf Packeiser Afternoon
Piano, harp, woodwind instrument classes by arrangement. The Kerry School of Music.  
   
Healthy Cookery Class - John Casey 7.00pm – 9.00pm
This course will show you how to cook meat, fish and pasta dishes. Starting on 22nd January 2009. 5 weeks. Fee €70. Not including materials.  
   
Presentation Skills (Unit 4 of Personnel Effectiveness in the Workplace) Level 5 - Keisha Kong 7.00pm – 9.30pm
Learn how to present your ideas effectively both verbally and using audio visual aids. You will also learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint. 8 weeks. Fee: €75 (conc. apply). BTEI. NEW  
   
Painting Level 4 - Helen Richmond 7.00pm – 10.00pm
This course is suitable for a student already familiar with the basic skills and terminology of drawing and painting who wants to experiment with less familiar media and techniques as well as those who merely need practice and advice in order to develop skill and confidence. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
Information Technology Level 4 - Martina Sanderson 7.00pm – 9.30pm
If you have a little computer experience then this is the course for you. At the end of this programme you will have the confidence to use your computer effectively. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Art Woodwork Level 5 - Suzanne McCarthy 7.00pm – 10.00pm
Be creative in the use of timber and related materials, making your pieces of furniture etc. for your home/garden. Develop ideas to transform basic pieces through decorative skills. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.  
   
T'ai Chi - Gerry Kennedy 7.00pm – 8.30pm
T'ai Chi form incorporating slow movements, iIncluding self-defence and breathing techniques. Good for de-stressing. 8 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Friday  
   
Work Experience Level 5 - Marian O’Neill NEW 10.00am – 1.00pm
A course designed to help you prepare for work. In this class you will also learn how to create your own curriculum vitae, letter of application and much more. 25 weeks. Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.

 
   
Woodcraft Level 4 - Suzanne McCarthy 10.00am – 1.00pm
Something missing in your home/garden? Learn the skills to make your own simple wooden furniture or decorative pieces. Suitable for all levels. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Spanish - Eamon Langford 10.30am – 12.00noon
For beginners and those with a basic knowledge of Spanish. 8 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Web Design (Beginner's) - Martina Sanderson 12.30pm - 2.30pm
A beginner's course that will show you how to design a basic web page.
6 weeks. Fee: €80.
 
   
Advanced Photography Level 5 - Michael Herrmann NEW 7.00pm – 10.00pm
This course will show you how to use the advanced settings on your digital SLR camera, use correct settings in different lighting situations to produce correctly balanced exposed portraits and still life as well as distinguish between different file formats. You will also learn how to use advanced image processing features. 25 weeks.
Fee: €150 (conc. apply). BTEI.
 
   
Diploma in Social Studies NEW 7.00pm - 10.00pm
September/October ‘08-May ‘10. U.C.C. Further information available from the centre.  
   
Saturday  
   
Pilates - Lesley Mac Vean NEW 10.00am – 11.30am
A gentle exercise routine that will help you to become stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to do anything with grace and ease. 8 weeks. Fee: €80.  
   
Hill Walking - Michael Crawley & Mark O’Dwyer.
See Wednesday evening schedule.
10.00am - 4.00pm & Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm
   
Short-term Workshops  
   
Friday 24th - Sunday 26th October, Animation - Rory Fellowes NEW  
Friday 6.00pm – 9.30pm
Saturday 10.00am - 6.00pm
Sunday 10.00am - 6.00pm
 
Learn the basic processes for making an animated film and burn on to DVD. Fees: €90 (3 days).  
   
Saturday 8th - Sunday 9th November, Divining/Dousing - Adolf Packeiser 10.00am - 3.00pm
Finding water, geopathic zones & Geomantics (Leylines). Fees: €65 (2 days).  
   
Saturday 8th - Sunday 9th November,
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop - Michael Herrmann NEW
10.00am - 4.00pm
Introduction to the image editing programme, Photoshop CS3, that will
show you how to use the toolbar, sharpen, soften and correct colour managament
in your images as well as working with layers and text. Fees: €80 (2 days).
 
   
Saturday 22nd November,
Holistic Care in the Home, Aoife Quinlan
10.00am - 4.00pm
A one day workshop covering safe and proper use of essential oils in the home. Key reflexology points on the feet to compliment a relaxing foot massage. Advice on food groups to avoid and food groups to incorporate into one's diet when suffering from common ailments and much more.
Fees: €45. (1 day).
 
   
Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th November,
Divining/Dousing (Advanced) - Adolf Packeiser
10.00am - 3.00pm
Finding water, geopathic zones & Geomantics (Leylines). Fees: €65 (2 days).  
   
The following classes & workshops will be arranged in the autumn term (subject to demand):  

ECDL Advanced Spreadsheets/Word
Film Appreciation
Camcorder/Video Camera
Special Needs Classroom Assistant Training
Basket Making (Weekend Course)
Advanced Web Design
French/Italian/Advanced Spanish
Study Skills (Suitable for people returning to education)
Basic Maths
 
   
Reading, writing, and spellings classes also available through the Adult Literacy & Basic Education Programme. For further information contact the centre. Learner Support: One-to-one sessions available by arrangement.
 
   
   
Irish classes/courses will be on offer by Comhchoiste Ghaeltacht Uíbh Ráthaigh in association with Tech Amergín again this year based on the Teastas Eoropach na Gaeilge course. There is further information available on these courses on www.teg.ie. The dates and times of these are to be determined yet. However if you are interested in one of these courses, please contact us here in the office or the Comhchoiste office on 066-9474888.  
   
   

BTEI Courses:
No fees apply for people in receipt of Social Welfare Payments or early school leavers. Childcare Subsidy available for learners enrolled in BTEI Courses.

Classes based on minimum numbers.

Fees:
Fees must be paid in full before beginning classes. Fees can be paid by cash or cheque (made payable to Kerry Education Service). All course fees are receipted.

Cancelled Classes:
Refunds of fees are made only where classes are cancelled due to insufficient enrolment numbers. A refund of your tuition fee will be prepared and forwarded to you at your postal address.

Arts Events:
The Centre organises a regular programme of arts activities. Please contact us if you would like to be added to our email list for notification of planned events. See Events.
 
   

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