@regionalskillswest
The West Regional Skills Forum supports businesses in its region to assess and develop skills for their employees. The Regional Skills Forum also brings people together at local and regional level, to identify, investigate and validate skills needs.
๐ค Events & festivals crew in the West โ we want to hear from YOU!
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5-minute survey
๐ง Shape training + funding for your sector
๐ Take the Survey: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#eventprofs #eventplanning #AtlanticEconomicCorridor
EDGE26 targets the commercial digital creative industries โ film and TV, animation, games, immersive technology, design, and music technology โ focusing on how these sectors, alongside Irelandโs wider creative industries, can scale, generate IP, and drive exports, and regional economic growth.
GALWAY, CREW (Creative Enterprise West) announced details of Irelandโs first ever Creative Economy Summit, #EDGE26. Carrying the tagline โWhere Creative Industries, Technology and Enterprise Convergeโ
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Thursday, May 21st, 2026, at Dexcom Stadium
Register here ๐๐ฝ www.eventbrite.ie/e/edge26-ire...
Apply online: empowerprogramme.ie/how-to-apply/ Closing date for applications: Tuesday, 24th February 2026 Programme commences: Tuesday, 10th March 2026 and will be delivered online over 12 weeks.
#EMPOWERCumasรบ is a free business start-up programme for women in Gaeltacht areas across Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Mayo, Meath and Waterford. The programme is funded by รdarรกs na Gaeltachta and delivered by @atu-ie.bsky.social Innovation Hubs and the Rubicon Centre at (MTU).
#Cumasรบ Tรบs programme
#EMPOWERCumasรบ is a free business start-up programme for women in Gaeltacht areas across Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Mayo, Meath and Waterford.
Apply online: empowerprogramme.ie/how-to-apply/ Closing date for applications: Tuesday 24th February
Contact Michelle.Lee@ATU.ie
๐ช Are you running or working on events & festivals in Galway, Mayo or Roscommon?
๐ข Take our 5-min survey & shape future supports, training & funding.
๐ Take the Survey: forms.office.com/pages/respon...
#eventprofs #Festivals #EventsWest #Creative
Minister Burke appoints Colm Kelly as new Chairperson of the EGFSN
Colm will replace Tony Donohoe who stepped down as Chair of the EGFSN in December. Colm is a member of the global leadership at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) International Ltd.
www.egfsn.ie/latest-news/...
This event is a great opportunity for employers and employees to:
Discover training programmes available in GRETB
Meet with Employer Services to discuss your organisationโs training needs
Whether you're looking to invest in staff training or explore partnership opportunities, join on 10th March.
GRETB Open Day!
Galway, Roscommon ETB would like to invite you to join them at their upcoming *Open Day*, where youโll have the opportunity to explore the full range of programmes and professional development options available at GRETB.
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employerservices@gretb.ie
๐ Register Today! bit.ly/3YVLxZU
This module explores power system operation with a particular focus on the components of both transmission and distribution grids relating to secure network operation and protection.
๐ Electrical Grid Infrastructure: Grid Design and Security ๐ชซ
Apply By: 18th Feb 2026
Start Date: 19th Feb 2026
Green Tech Skillnet Fee: โฌ1,000
Credit Score: 5 ECTS NFQ Level 9
Delivered by #UniversityCollegeDublin, blended delivery
APPLY HERE: lnkd.in/d873FSmf
#GreenTechSkillnet
This programme introduces the learner to the dynamic behaviours and control mechanisms essential for power system networks. The course material is a mix of electrical engineering, system dynamics, and sustainable energy management.
โก Power Systems Dynamics and Control
Apply By: 13th Feb 2026
Start Date: 16th Feb 2026
Green Tech Skillnet Fee: โฌ600
Credit Score: 5 ECTS NFQ Level 9
This course is delivered by @atu-ie.bsky.social, blended delivery
APPLY HERE: lnkd.in/dFE26MT2
#GreenTechSkillnet
This module involves a comprehensive exploration of the need for energy storage and explores modern energy storage techniques, including electrochemical, thermal, and mechanical methods.
๐ฌ๏ธ Fundamentals of Modern Energy Storage Solutions
Apply By: 13th Feb 2026
Start Date: 16th Feb 2026
Green Tech Skillnet Fee: โฌ600
Credit Score: 5 ECTS NFQ Level 9
This course is delivered by @atu-ie.bsky.social, blended delivery
๐๐ฝ APPLY HERE: lnkd.in/dMztUwNN
Itag AI Forum isย pleased to invite you to itag'sย 4th annual, AI Summit: Practical, Legal and Ethical AIThis summit brings together international policy-makers and industry leaders to provide a definitive roadmap for AI governance and deployment.
REGISTER NOW! www.eventbrite.ie/e/ai-summit-...
The Public Consultation on the Action Plan on Apprenticeship 2026 -2030 is now open for submissions:
www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
Your insights are extremely valuable in shaping the future direction of apprenticeship in Ireland.
โจ MicroCreds Capstone Event โจ
The Irish Universities Association invite you to the capstone event for the MicroCreds project.
Location: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Dublin City, Golden Lane
Date & Time: Thursday 12th February, 10.30am โ 1.00pm
Register ๐ www.eventbrite.ie/e/shaping-li...
MicroCreds Capstone Event
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The Irish Universities Association is delighted to invite you to the capstone eventย for the MicroCreds project.
Location:ย Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Golden Lane, Dublin.
Date & Time:ย Thursday 12th February, 10.30am โ 1.00pm
Register: www.eventbrite.ie/e/shaping-li...
For more information:
Sales โ Tuesdays 10am-11am Salesapprenticeship@msletb.ie
Digital Marketing โ Wednesdays 10am-11am Digitalmarketingapprenticeship@msletb.ie
The Digital Marketing Apprenticeship are currently enrolling for the classes commencing this Spring.
Dates:
โ๏ธ 13th Apr 2026- Mayo College of Further Education and Training, Swinford, Co. Mayo
Sales Apprenticeship โ Commencement Dates:
โ๏ธ 20th Apr 2026- Mayo College, Swinford Campus, Co. Mayo
Held in partnership with Technological University of the Shannon, First Polymer Training Skillnet, itag & itag Skillnet, #SpaceIndustrySkillnet and Midlands Women in Tech
Designed for female-led businesses, SpringRISE offers a dedicated day showcasing the practical support available โ both soft supports and financial resources โ to help female-led ventures move ahead with confidence.
โจ Spring RISE โจ at Sheraton Hotel, Athlone
5th Feb 2026 | 9:30am โ 2:15pm
#SpringRISE brings together women leading in research, innovation, and enterprise to share insights, build networks, and explore opportunities shaping the future.
๐ Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/springrise...
APPLICATION PERIOD FOR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/27 OPENS ON 1ST FEBRUARY 2026
Uversity is a Registered Charity that grants Higher Education Scholarships to Adult Learners seeking to unlock their potential and realise their academic, personal and professional ambitions.
www.uversity.org
๐ค Facilitator: Katelyn Divilly, Organisational Development Consultant & Leadership Coach
This is a 1-day course for digital creative entrepreneurs and businesses.
๐ Deadline: 13 Jan 2026
๐ Course: 30 Jan 2026
๐ Online mentorship: 13 March 2026
๐ Location: CREW, Creative Enterprise West, ATU Galway City, H91 8K85
Apply here: crewdigital.ie/climb-course...
Thatโs a wrap on 2025!
Here are some highlights from an incredible year โจ
Huge thanks to our members, partners, corporates, and collaborators who made it all happen at Skillnet Innovation Exchange ๐
Enjoy the holiday season and see you in 2026!
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Join University of Galway J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics at their virtual information evening to learn how their MBA programme can help you achieve your career goals.
๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ด๐ถ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ก๐ผ๐: lnkd.in/dPFgWA_Q