Laragh IT
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Reduced funding, caps on Fas training allowances and the general downturn have impacted on the IT Centre which is struggling to make ends meet, get computers serviced and upgraded, and pay its rent. We would appreciate feedback from the community and any extra support would be greatly appreciated. Maybe you have an IT qualification and could help us with servicing or upgrading our machines, or maybe you could offer us some other service. If yes please contact Colette on (0404) 45600. Please note in order to make courses viable we need a minimum of 4/5 people. Maybe you are a club or group of parents and would like us to customise a course for you. Let us know your requirements and we will do our best to help you out. Call us on (0404) 45600. We offer affordable training, locally.
Laragh IT services include Printing, Faxing, Laminating, Typing, Brochures, Copying, CVs, Business Cards, Posters/Flyers
Laragh IT Courses include Beginners, Intermediate, ECDL, Intro to Photo Editing, Internet & Email, Social Media (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter etc), Childrens Classes.
Presentation Night
Wednesday 14th September was an evening of celebration in the Brockagh Centre. We had the ‘premiere’ of the Brockagh Beast – a film produced, directed and starring a group of young students who had undertaken a film making course in the Brockagh Centre, as part of the centre’s youth programme. The students were presented with certificates by John Lawlor, who has worked in the film industry for a number of years and now lives in Laragh. John shared his experiences of being involved with the film Excalibur which was filmed in the local area and encouraged the young people to observe and record what is around them, particularly in our wonderful local area. This course was funded by County Wicklow Partnership’s Rural Development Programme. A number of IT students also received certificates presented by Cormac O’Sullivan from the Glendalough & District Development Association, who congratulated the students on their achievements. The students in turn thanked their tutors Michelle, Janette, Deborah, Valerie & Bernadette. Pauline Fahy, the manger of the Brockagh Centre, drew attention to the fact that in the IT Centre in the Brockagh Centre someone could start as an absolute beginner and work themselves up to the JEB course where you qualify as an IT tutor which was a major achievement in a rural area. One of the highlights of the evening was the Byrne family from Greenane, mam Kathleen, dad Arthur and their daughter Kaitlin who received their certificates as a family for an internet and e-mail course they undertook. The evening finished with refreshments and students got a chance to catch up.
Children’s Computer Workshop
A children’s Computer Workshop for 8 to 10 year olds will take place on Wednesday 24th August from 10am until 12 noon. The workshop will focus on graphic editing and manipulation to create fun projects. Cost €15 – limited places. For further information and to book contact Michelle on (0404) 45600.
Childrens Computer Class
A new 4 week course of childrens classes will take place on Thursday afternoons from Thursday 15 September From 3.30-4.30pm. These classes are project based using different applications and class content will depend on the age group that are interested. For further information or to book call Michelle on (0404) 45600.
We still have a few more places to fill onbefore we can start our 4 week course of children’s classes on Wednesday and Thrusday afternoons. These classes are project based using different applications and class content will depend on the age group that are interested. For further information or to book call Michelle on (0404) 45600.
JEB Course
JEB (from EDI) Teachers Diploma in ICT will take place in September in Laragh IT in the Brockagh Resource Centre from 6-10 p.m on Monday nights for approx 6 months. JEB from EDI offers Qualifications in Education Principles and Practise, Education Practise; for those who want to teach in the IT industry. Opportunities for employment as a teacher or trainer in a college, with a training organisation or within the training department of a company. For further information contact Colette on (0404) 45600.
LARAGH IT COURSES
Take the plunge and put your name down for a computer class.Laragh IT caters for everyone – from those who break out in a sweat if they have to turn on a computer to those who wish to improve/update their skills either to improve job opportunities or for self-satisfaction.Contact Laragh IT to enquire about courses on offer on 0404-45600 or e-mail laraghit@eircom.net
STARTING DATES FOR COURSES IN SEPTEMBER:
All course start dates are subject to demand, phone us on 0404 45600 to put your name down for a course.
- Beginners Level 1 Starting Tues 27th September
- Beginners Level 2 Starting depending on demand
- ECDL EVENING Tues 4th October 7.30-21.30pm MORNING Wed or Thurs 14 September 10-12pm
- Children’s Class Starting date to be confirmed. Four weeks-Age depending on demand 2.30pm-3.30pm or 3.30pm-4.30pm
- Picasa Photo Editing Start date depending on demand
- Intro Photo Editing Start date depending on demand
- Internet and Email Start date depending on demand
- Introduction to Social Networking Start date depending on demand
- JEB Start date depending on demand
A NEW ADULT CLASS introducing participants to the world of Facebook, Twitter and You Tube will take place in Laragh IT as soon as we have adequate numbers to start. Basic computer skills required and some experience of the internet. The course is 4 wk – 8 hr course. Discount OF 50% for over 55s. For further information contact Laragh IT on (0404) 45600.
CHILDREN’S COMPUTER CLASSES :
A new course of children’s computer classes has taken place in the Brockagh Centre on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 3.30pm – 4.30pm ages 7 to 12 yrs. Places limited so call the centre asap to book your place on (0404) 45600.
LEVEL 1 BEGINNERS MORN or EVE:Suitable for the ‘Absolute Beginner’ who has little or no knowledge of computers.
Course Content-Basic Computer Skills, Using the Keyboard and Mouse, Intro to Microsoft Word, Working with Text and Graphics, Internet & Email, Working with Text & Graphics, Printing. Course duration 6 weeks x 2hrs.
LEVEL 2 DAY or EVE:Designed as a follow-on from the Level 2 course equally suited or the home user or as a pre-course for those planning to take a certified course like ECDL.
Course Content: Microsoft Operating System (Files & Folders), Working with Microsoft Office, Advanced Formatting Techniques, Intro to Microsoft Excel, Working with Text and Graphics, Internet & E-mail. Course duration 6 weeks x 2hrs.
PHOTO EDITING BEGINNERS DAY or EVE: Learn how to download photos from your digital camera onto your computer. Learn how to store and file your photos, make changes and edit your photos-straighten them, lighten or darken them, remove red-eye. Email your photos and upload your photos to the web. Some computer skills Required. Course Duration: 4 weeks x 2 hrs
ECDL DAY or EVE: An internationally recognised qualification which will deepen your knowledge of Microsoft Office. ECDL is for everyone, whether you are aiming for employment, promotion or just personal growth, ECDL opens the door on the world of Information Technology (IT).
Course Content: Basic IT Concepts, File & File Management,Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Database, Presentation, Internet & Email. Course Duration: 32 Weeks approx, 2 hrs per week. Price €500
INTERNET AND EMAIL: Our Internet/email course is intended for those who have basic computer skills but would like a broader knowledge of using the web effectively and how to manage emails efficiently. Course Duration 4 weeks x 2hrs.
JEB Teaching Diploma
Laragh It Centre will be offering the JEB course again this year.This course offers a recognised teaching qualification.The course will be run on a Monday eve from 6-10 p.m.The cost of the course is €1200.This course will only go ahead if sufficient numbers are interested.If you are interested in this course please contact Colette on 0404 45600.If you are unemployed you may be entitled to assistance with the course fees.We will hold a free information eve ( date to be arranged) to anyone wishing to know more about the course.If you wish to attend this free eve please contact Colette on 0404 45600.
BUSINESS SERVICES
Course Content-Basic Computer Skills, Using the Keyboard and Mouse, Intro to Microsoft Word, Working with Text and Graphics, Internet & Email, Working with Text & Graphics, Printing. Course duration 6 weeks x 2hrs.