Beech Hill College, Monaghan
Beech Hill College, Monaghan, County Monaghan
Telephone: 047 - 81200 Fax: 047 - 84926
Email: admin@bhc.ie
Principal: Mr Frank McManus
Deputy Principal: Ms Martha Williamson-Hunter
http://www.bhc.ie
ADULT EDUCATION
ADULT LITERACY
For further information check out the VEC's Adult Literacy section under Adult and Further Education menu.
ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMME
Beech Hill College offers a range of evening courses for adults in various areas.
For further information on other locations check out the programme timetable in the Adult Education Night Classes menu.
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Beech Hill College, Monaghan
Information on Programme: |
| Name | Duration | Fee | Commencement Date | Course Day | Course Content | |
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| 1 | Beauty Care | 5 weeks | €70 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Advice & demonstration on various beauty treatments e.g. skin, make-up, nails, etc. Additional cost of 10 euro for materials. Max 10 places |
| 2 | Calligraphy | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | The art of decorative lettering, Gothic & Italic. Beginners & Improvers welcome. |
| 3 | Carrickmacross Lace | 8 weeks | €115 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | The intricate craft of Irish Lace |
| 4 | Computers (Improvers) | 8 weeks | €140 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | Including Word Processing, Databases, Spreadsheets and the Internet. Classes 7.00 - 9.30pm. |
| 5 | Computers (Beginners) | 8 weeks | €140 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Basic computer applications. Places Limited. Classes 7.30 - 9.30 pm |
| 6 | Digital Photography | 4 weeks | €60 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | A beginners course to maximise your ability with digital photography. Students to bring own digital camera to class. Classes 7 - 9 pm |
| 7 | Drawing & Painting | 8 weeks | €115 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | Develop your artistic talents. |
| 8 | Flower Arranging | 4 weeks | €60 | 28-Sep-2010 | Tuesday | Learn how to make floral arrangements. Max 10 places. |
| 9 | Gardening | 6 Weeks | €85 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn how to make the most of your garden. |
| 10 | Interior Design | 8 weeks | €115 | 28-Sep-2010 | Tuesday | A beginners course covering design, colour, space, texture & patterns |
| 11 | Introduction to Computerised Accounts | 8 weeks | €140 | 28-Sep-2010 | Tuesday | Using the Sage accounting package. Max 10 places. Classes 7.00 - 9.30pm |
| 12 | Irish | 8 weeks | €115 | 28-Sep-2010 | Tuesday | Improve basic vocabulary and fluency. |
| 13 | Sign Language | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn sign language for ease of communication with the hard of hearing. |
| 14 | Yoga | 8 weeks | €85 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn to relax and unwind. Classes 7 -8.30pm. |
| 15 | Pilates | 8 weeks | €60 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | For core and abdominal strength. Classes 7 - 8 pm |
| 16 | First Aid | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Would you know what to do at the scene of an accident? Do a Basic First Aid course and find out. Certified by the Irish Red Cross. Additional costs for text book and certification. Maximum 10 places. Classes 7 - 9 pm. |
| 17 | Traditional Cookery | 8 Weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | Recapture the experience of home cooking with its wonderful tastes and flavours. Additional costs for ingredients. Demonstration Class. 7-9pm. |
| 18 | French | 8 Weeks | €115 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesday | Become more fluent in Frence |
| 19 | Accounts For Small Businesses | 8 Weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Manual & computerised accounts covering VAT, PRSI, PAYE, Cash Flow, Profit & Loss Account, etc. |
| 20 | Entrepreneurial Studies | 7 Weeks | €100 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn what is involved in becoming an entrepreneur - planning, financing, marketing and creativity and help set up your own business. Presented by former 'Apprentice' candidate, Ruth O'Dowd who has over 10 years experience in business training and marketing. |
| 21 | Russian | 8 weeks | €115 | 28-Sep-2010 | Tuesday | Basic conversational Russian |
| 22 | Italian | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Conversational Italian for beginners and improvers |
| 23 | Certificate in Adult & Community Education | 1 year | €1200 | This one-year course will provide students with foundation skills in adult education. It is suitable for those working in an adult education role or those who wish to work in this area. Min 15 participants required in Gatehouse Learning Centre. Certifying Body: NUI Maynooth | ||
| 24 | Accounting Technician Course - Year 1 | 1 year | €950 | 27-Sep-2010 |
Monday & Wednesday 6.30-9.30pm |
The first year of a two year part-time course for those with relevant accounts experience. There are additional fees payable to IATI (approx €700, including registration, exam fees and manuals). Min 15 participants required. Certifying Body: Irish Academy of Public Relations |
| 25 | Public Relations & Publicity Skills | 10 weeks | €150 | 29-Sep-2010 | Wednesdays |
This 10 week course will provide skills and experience to engage in effective public relations and raise the profile of your organisation/group/community in a positive way. There are additional fees of €85 payable to the Irish Acadamey of Public Relations. Certifying Body: Irish Academy of Public Relations |
| 26 | Cookery for Men | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn how to make fast, simple and wholesome meals. Additional cost for ingredients. Demonstration class 7-9pm |
| 27 | Stress Buster | 8 weeks | €115 | 27-Sep-2010 | Monday | Learn how to relax and unwind. Experienced tutor. Classes 7.30-9.30pm |