LWETB Further Education and Training

21/08/2026

JOIN US THIS THURSDAY AUGUST 27TH

Connect. Collaborate. Discover.
LWETB is delighted to host the next Athlone Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event at our Garrycastle Campus.
This free event offers local businesses and professionals an opportunity to:
🔹 Build new connections across the Athlone business community
🔹 Explore opportunities for collaboration
🔹 Discover how LWETB supports workforce development, leadership, digital transformation, sustainability and future skills
🔹 Learn about funded training and upskilling opportunities available to employers and employees
📅 Thursday, 27 August
🕕 6:00–7:30 pm
📍 LWETB Garrycastle Campus, Athlone
Join us for an enjoyable and informal evening of networking, conversation and light refreshments—and discover how LWETB can work with your business to develop the skills needed for future growth.
This is a free event, but advance registration is required.
📧 Register your attendance by emailing [email protected] or [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming businesses from across Athlone and the wider region.

21/08/2026

Build Your Digital Skills with Word Processing – QQI Level 5

This evening course in Athlone is designed to give you the practical knowledge, skills and confidence to create professional, high-quality documents for a wide range of personal, educational and workplace settings.

You’ll develop the ability to use a word processing application effectively and produce documents to a professional, mailable, or publishable standard, while working independently and under general direction.

➤ Starting: September 15th
➤ Location: Garrycastle Campus, Athlone
➤ Day: Tuesday evenings
➤ Time: 6.30pm – 9.30pm
✦ QQI Level 5

★ Register here. https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=474125

Whether you're looking to upskill, improve your employment prospects, return to education, or build confidence with technology, this course is a great opportunity to invest in your future.

Those in receipt of a DSP payment may be eligible for a fee waiver.

If you are working full/part-time you may be eligible for free or reduced course fees under the ‘Skills to Advance’ employee development initiative.

✆ Contact 090 6500061 for more information.

21/08/2026

Did you know? This course is FREE.

Manufacturing and engineering companies are looking for people with the right skills, and our QQI Level 4 Milling & Turning course can help you get started.

In this video, Stephen explains the opportunities this course has given him and what he plans to do next.
(Full video coming Monday!)

➤ Where? Next intake: 14 September
➤ When? LWETB Garrycastle Campus, Athlone

★ Places are limited so book as soon as you can, and take that first step towards a career in engineering and manufacturing: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=512638

LWETB Longford Westmeath Education and Training Board

18/08/2026

Interested in becoming an apprentice?
Want to find out how apprenticeships could benefit your Business?

Join us for our apprenticeship information evening and meet our dedicated apprenticeship team. We’ll answer your questions, explain your options, and help you find the apprenticeship pathway that’s right for you.

📅 Wednesday, 2nd September
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Garrycastle Campus, N37 X985

Whether you’re looking to start your career or grow your business, come along and discover what apprenticeships can offer.

Start your journey with LWETB Further Education and Training

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14/08/2026

Driver Theory Test Preparation - Starting 16th September.

You'll practice real theory test questions, learn the correct answers, and build your confidence through mock tests.

➜ 9:15am - 11:15am for 12 weeks

➜ Where? LWETB Further Education Centre, Clonown Road, Athlone N37 T6X0

✦ Register today at 090 6500 272 - places are limited.

14/08/2026

Are you preparing for a job interview?

We have two Aptitude Test and Competency Based Interview Skills workshops running this September where you can learn how to answer the questions employers ask most often.

➜ Where? Clonown Road Campus, Athlone, N37T6X0
➜ When? Tuesday 15th and Tuesday 22nd of September
➜ Time? 1:30pm - 4:30pm

✦Register: Call 090 650 0272 today - places are limited.

We'll show you how to give strong examples of your skills in areas such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership.

You'll learn simple techniques to help you structure your answers and build your confidence.

This workshop will help you stand out and perform at your best in interviews.

14/08/2026

Apprentice Information Evening on Wednesday, the 2nd of September, in Athlone!

Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Garrycastle Campus, N37X985

Interested in becoming an apprentice?
Want to find out how apprenticeships could benefit your Business?
Simply curious and want to learn more?

Join us for our Apprenticeship Information Evening and meet our dedicated apprenticeship team. We’ll answer your questions, explain your options, and help you find the apprenticeship pathway that’s right for you.

📅 Wednesday, 2nd September
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Garrycastle Campus, N37 X985

Whether you’re looking to start your career or grow your business, come along and discover what apprenticeships can offer.

Start your journey with LWETB Further Education and Training

Apprenticeship Ireland This Is FET

14/08/2026

📍 Meet the LWETB Team in Longford Shopping Centre!

🗓️ We're delighted to be in Longford Shopping Centre TODAY from 10am.

Come along for a chat and discover our wide range of training courses, upskilling opportunities, and learning pathways available across the region.

Whether you're looking to gain new skills, change careers, or explore your education options, our team will be on hand to help.

We look forward to meeting you! 👋

www.lwetbfet.ie

12/08/2026

📍 Meet the LWETB Team in Longford Shopping Centre!

🗓️ We're delighted to be in Longford Shopping Centre this Friday, August 12th from 10am.

Come along for a chat and discover our wide range of training courses, upskilling opportunities, and learning pathways available across the region.

Whether you're looking to gain new skills, change careers, or explore your education options, our team will be on hand to help.

We look forward to meeting you! 👋

www.lwetbfet.ie

10/08/2026

Hi everyone,

Starting this September in libraries across Co. Longford, you can learn how to use the apps that make life that bit easier:

➔ Save Energy Save Money
➔ Switch & Save
➔ MyGov My Way
➔ HSE App

When? Tuesday Afternoons
Where? Libraries across Co. Longford

Places are limited so get in touch soon:

➔Phone: 043 334 5609
➔Mobile: 085 854 8680
➔Email: [email protected]

Longford Library Services