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ESCI: Intro to assistive technology for students who are blind/vision impaired

National Webinar with Deirdre Madden (Access UCC Disability Support) & ESCI

Course Date 06-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 06-02-2025 9:00 pm
Cut off date 06-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Deirdre Madden
25SPR11 National Cardiac First Response (CFR) Course

This in person training is suitable for anyone over the age of 18

Course Date 08-02-2025 10:00 am
Course End Date 08-02-2025 2:30 pm
Cut off date 05-02-2025 5:00 pm
Fee €10.00
Select Hours 4
Speaker Matthew Campbell
25SPR12 (LL) Whole School Literacy

This course will provide a range of initiatives to be used at both primary and secondary level, examples of the initiatives, and possible variations of initiatives. It will not reflect literacy policies.

Course Date 10-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 10-02-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 10-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Richard Kerins
Understanding Behaviours of Concern and Responding to Crisis Situations  Guidelines for Schools in Supporting Students Information Session

Information Session

The purpose of the information session is to provide an overview of the recently published Guidelines: ‘Understanding Behaviours of Concern and Responding to Crisis Situations’.

Course Date 11-02-2025 10:00 am
Course End Date 11-02-2025 12:00 pm
Cut off date 10-02-2025 1:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker NEPS Facilitator

Course Full, Log In for Waiting List

Understanding Behaviours of Concern and Responding to Crisis Situations  Guidelines for Schools in Supporting Students Information Session

Information Session

The purpose of the information session is to provide an overview of the recently published Guidelines: ‘Understanding Behaviours of Concern and Responding to Crisis Situations’.

Course Date 11-02-2025 1:30 pm
Course End Date 11-02-2025 3:30 pm
Cut off date 10-02-2025 1:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker NEPS Facilitator

Course Full, Log In for Waiting List

Droichead Cluster Meeting 1 (Post Primary)
Course Date 11-02-2025 5:00 pm
Course End Date 11-02-2025 7:00 pm
Cut off date 06-02-2025 4:30 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Droichead Induction Associate
ESCI: Intro to assistive technology for students who have physical disabilities

National Webinar with Deirdre Madden (Access UCC Disability Support) & ESCI

Course Date 13-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 13-02-2025 9:00 pm
Cut off date 13-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Deirdre Madden
25SPR36 How to Work Effectively with Special Needs Assistants (SNAs): A Teacher’s Guide

This webinar is designed for teachers seeking to build a productive and harmonious working relationship with Special Needs Assistants (SNAs).

Course Date 13-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 13-02-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 13-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Magdalena Landziak
25SPR37 How to Support Anxious Students: Strategies for SNAs

This webinar provides SNAs and school staff with essential knowledge about the science behind anxiety, including the roles of the amygdala and the brain-gut connection.

Course Date 24-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 24-02-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 24-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Magdalena Landziak
25SPR10 Nurturing Children's Resilience: Approaches from Positive Psychology

This webinar will share insights and research on resilience, as well as a number of practical resilience skills, a number of which will be explored in detail.

Course Date 25-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 25-02-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 25-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Fiona Forman
25SPR08 Féin Folláine an Mhúinteora

This engaging and interactive workshop empowers teachers with practical tools to manage stress, build resilience, and enhance their overall well-being.

Course Date 27-02-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 27-02-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 27-02-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Julie Gilbert
25SPR38 How to Work Effectively with Teachers: A Guide for Special Needs Assistants

This webinar is designed to empower Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) with the skills and strategies needed to foster effective working relationships with teachers.

Course Date 03-03-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 03-03-2025 8:00 pm
Cut off date 03-03-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Magdalena Landziak
25SPR48 (LL) How Best To Ensure Effective Team Teaching 

Team teaching is not a new concept and Finn's webinar will address team teaching anew including attending to current practice and research as it relates to the deployment of two teachers in one classroom from the perspective of promoting inclusive practices in post-primary settings.

Course Date 04-03-2025 7:00 pm
Course End Date 04-03-2025 8:30 pm
Cut off date 04-03-2025 3:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1.5
Speaker Finn Ó Murchú
25SPR06 Preparing for HSCL Interviews

This webinar will give an insight into what is involved in the HSCL role.

Course Date 06-03-2025 4:00 pm
Course End Date 06-03-2025 5:00 pm
Cut off date 06-03-2025 12:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 1
Speaker Anne-Marie McGovern
25SPR16 Growing Spring Vegetables (Face-to-Face)

Learn how to grow vegetables such as peas, potatoes, carrots and lettuce this spring.

Course Date 03-04-2025 4:00 pm
Course End Date 03-04-2025 6:00 pm
Cut off date 01-04-2025 12:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Patrick Hunt
Droichead Cluster Meeting 1 (Post Primary)
Course Date 09-04-2025 5:00 pm
Course End Date 09-04-2025 7:00 pm
Cut off date 04-04-2025 4:30 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Droichead Induction Associate
25SPR17 School Composting  (Face-to-Face)

Learn how to make the best compost for your school garden.

Course Date 15-05-2025 4:00 pm
Course End Date 15-05-2025 6:00 pm
Cut off date 13-05-2025 12:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Patrick Hunt
25SPR18 The School Bug Hunt (Face-to-Face)

Learn about the common bugs and mini beasts you are most likely to encounter on an adventure in the school garden.

Course Date 29-05-2025 4:00 pm
Course End Date 29-05-2025 6:00 pm
Cut off date 27-05-2025 12:00 pm
Fee Free
Select Hours 2
Speaker Patrick Hunt