KCETB Training Services

30/08/2026

The Moving on Local Training initiative in St. Catherine’s Community Services Centre in Carlow is currently accepting applications to their QQI Level 4 Major Award in Employment Skills programme.

This programme is funded through KCETB and has been designed to meet the needs of young mothers. It will run from September 2026 to June 2027, Monday to Friday from 9.30-14.30 and is aligned with the school holidays. It also offers free childcare for children over 1 (places are limited).

Anyone interested in this programme should contact Tony on 085-1628570. Further information is also available on www.fetchourses.ie; programme reference 514522

29/08/2026

29/08/2026

⚡ Thinking about a career in the electrical industry?

KCETB's Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Programme is designed to help learners develop practical skills, industry awareness, and confidence before applying for an apprenticeship.

📍 Purcellsinch Industrial Estate, Kilkenny
📅 September 2026 Intake
⏰ 9.00am - 1.00pm, 5 mornings per week
📚 Duration: 8 Weeks

Important: This programme is a preparatory course only. Completion of the programme does not guarantee, provide entitlement to, or replace an Electrical Apprenticeship, and does not provide Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or exemptions towards an Electrical Apprenticeship.

📧 [email protected]
📞 (056) 7813014
🧾 Complete form: https://shorturl.at/cdIQq

27/08/2026

Heartiest congratulations to the apprentices of Kilkenny Carlow ETB, who will be showcasing their high calibre skills at world skills Ireland in September.

Ba mhian linn gach rath a ghuí ar an bhfoireann seo again sa comórtas ceannais!!

Sean Collier- Cabinet Making, Cian Abbey – Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, Seberinas Skultinas – Bricklaying, Rhys Geoghegan – Toolmaking, Aaron Davis – Automobile Technology, Ivan Kotov – Mechanical Engineering CAD.

27/08/2026

Intellectual Disabilities Studies (Healthcare Support) – Level 5
Interested in developing your skills and knowledge in supporting people with intellectual disabilities? This is a 12-week, part-time course starting 21 September 2026.
📅 21 September – 14 December 2026
💰 No course fees or registration charge
📚 NFQ Level 5

A great opportunity to develop your skills for work in healthcare settings or progress to further education and training.

Register Now: https://www.fetchcourses.ie/course/finder?sfcw-courseId=534585

26/08/2026

🌟 Challenging Behaviour – Level 5
Looking to develop your knowledge and skills in supporting individuals who may present with challenging behaviour? This is a 12-week, part-time course starting 22 September 2026.
📅 22 September – 15 December 2026
💰 No course fees or registration charge
📚 NFQ Level 5 | QQI Award

Gain valuable knowledge and practical understanding that can support your development in healthcare and other care settings.